Section 4: Know Your String Trimmermower; Stopping Engine - MTD Series 200 Operator's Manual

SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMERMOWER
Control Lever
Starter Handle////
Trimmer
Deflector
)indle Assembly
String Cutting
Blade Bracket
Trimmer
//Line
Figure 3
,_ WARNING: Be familiar with all controls
and their proper operation. Know how to
stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
Control Lever
The control lever must be depressed to start the engine
and rotation of trimmer spindle assembly. Releasing
the control lever stops the engine and trimmer spindle
assembly. See Figure 3.
Starter Handle
The starter handle is attached to the right upper handle.
Stand behind unit and pull the starter handle to start
engine. See Figure 3.
String CuttingBlade Bracket
The string cutting blade bracket is attached to the
trimmer deflector. It is used to cut the trimmer line if it is
too long. See Figure 3.
Trimmer Deflector
The trimmer deflector is connected to the trimmer base
and it is used to prevent yard debris from being thrown.
See Figure 3.
Spindle Assembly
The spindle assembly rotates the trimmer line. See
Figure 3.
Trimmer Line
The trimmer line is attached to the spindle assembly
and it is used to trim grass or weeds. See Figure 3.
EngineControls
See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of the controls on the engine.
Stopping Engine
• Release control lever to stop the engine and
spindle assembly.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
ground against the engine.