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Yard Machines 41AD-280G000 Operator's Manual

Yard Machines 41AD-280G000 Operator's Manual

Curved shaft, 2-cycle trimmer
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Operator's Manual
Curved Shaft,
2-Cycle Trimmer
Model
41AD-280G000
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrestor is installed on this unit. A replacement spark arrestor for the muffler
is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, 550 N. 54th Street, Chandler,
Arizona 85226-2434.
MTD SOUTHWEST INC 550 N. 54TH STREET, CHANDLER, ARIZONA 85226-2434
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-10506
PART NO. 10316 rev. A
(12/00)

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Curved Shaft, 2-Cycle Trimmer Model 41AD-280G000 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content Important Safe Operation Practices ... 3-5 Assembling Your Trimmer ... 6 Know Your Trimmer... 7 Operating Your Trimmer ... 8 Making Adjustments ... 12 Maintaining Your Trimmer ... 13 Off-Season Storage ... 16 Troubleshooting... 17 Parts List ... 18 Warranty ...

  • Page 3: Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This Symbol Points Out Important Safety Information Which, If Not Followed, Could Endanger The Personal Safety And/or Property Of Yourself And Others. Read And Follow All Instructions In This Manual Before Attempting To Operate Your Trimmer. Failure To Comply With These Instructions May Result In Personal Injury.

  • Page 4: Save These Instructions

    • This unit does not have a clutch. The cutting attachment continues to rotate when the engine is idling. To prevent injury, have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician. • Adjust the D-Handle to your size to provide the best grip.
  • Page 5 • PRIMER BULB Push primer bulb, fully and slowly, 5 to 7 times. • UNLEADED FUEL Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel. • Refer to operator's manual for the proper type of oil. • THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY Do not operate unit without proper attachments and guards in place.

  • Page 6: Section 2: Assembling Your Trimmer

    SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TRIMMER Installing and Adjusting the D-Handle NOTE: The bolt, washer and wing nut need to be removed from the D-handle before installing. 1. Push the D-handle down onto the shaft housing so that the handle slants towards the shaft grip. The squared bolt hole in the handle is to the right.

  • Page 7: Section 3: Know Your Trimmer

    SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TRIMMER Choke Control Primer Bulb Muffler Spark Plug Line Cutting Blade Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your trimmer. Compare illustrations in Figure 5 with your trimmer to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

  • Page 8: Section 4: Operating Your Trimmer

    SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER Oil and Gas Mixing Instructions Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture. Definition of Blended Fuels Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol or MTBE...

  • Page 9: Starting Engine

    Starting Engine WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position when pulling the starter rope. See Figure 9. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting to avoid serious personal injury. WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.

  • Page 10: Adjusting Trimming Line Length

    Using Your Trimmer WARNING: Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear short pants, sandals or go barefoot.

  • Page 11: Decorative Trimming

    Tips for Best Trimming Results • Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground. • Do not force the cutting attachment. Allow the tip of the line to do the cutting, especially along walls. Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the engine.

  • Page 12: Section 5: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Carburetor Adjustments WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler. The idle speed adjuster of the engine is adjustable through the air filter/muffler cover.

  • Page 13: Section 6: Maintaining Your Trimmer

    SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR TRIMMER Maintenance Schedule These required maintenance procedures should be performed at the frequency stated in the table. They should also be included as part of any seasonal tune-up. FREQUENCY Before Starting Engine Every 10 Hours Every 50 Hours or Seasonal WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn the unit off, allow it to cool and disconnect the spark plug...

  • Page 14: Replacing The Spark Plug

    8. Place the air filter/muffler cover over the back of the carburetor and muffler. NOTE: The choke control must be in the PARTIAL choke position (B) to install the air filter/muffler cover. See Figure 14. 9. Insert the four (4) screws into the holes in the air filter/muffler cover and tighten.
  • Page 15 Figure 19 Indexing Teeth Figure 20 Slotted Holes For Use with For Use with SplitLine or Single Line ONLY Figure 21 Single Line Installation Go To Step 8 for SplitLine™ Installation 6. Take approximately 25 feet (7.6 m) of new trim- ming line, loop it into two equal lengths.

  • Page 16: Installing A Prewound Reel

    12. Insert the ends of the line into the two holding slots. See Figure 25. 13. Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool and place inner reel with spring inside the outer spool. See Figure 26. Push the inner reel and outer spool together.

  • Page 17: Section 8: Trouble Shooting Guide

    SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) ENGINE WILL NOT START On/Off Stop Control in the STOP position Empty fuel tank Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Engine flooded Old or improperly mixed fuel Fouled spark plug ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE Air Filter is Plugged Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment...

  • Page 18: Section 9: Parts List For Model 41Ad-280G000

    SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 41AD-280G000...
  • Page 19 MODEL 41AD-280G000 Ref. Part No. Part Description 182059 Air Cleaner/Muffler Cover Assembly (includes 2 & 42) 180350 Air Cleaner Filter 181345 Carburetor Mounting Screw Assembly 180226 Wavey Washer 182160 Choke Lever Assembly (includes 6) 182161 Choke Knob and Screw 182162...
  • Page 20 MODEL 41AD-280G000...
  • Page 21 MODEL 41AD-280G000 Ref. Part No. Part Description 182093 Throttle Housing and Trigger Assembly (includes 2 & 3) 610314 Throttle Trigger Spring 180975 Throttle Trigger 182068 Throttle Cable Assembly 145819 D-Handle Assembly 181587 D-Handle Hardware 181893 Drive Shaft Housing Assembly 153597...

  • Page 22: Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD SOUTHWEST INC (“MTD”) with respect with new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in...

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