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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
String Trimmer Mower — Model Series 260
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LTÉE, 10655 BOUL. HENRI BOURASSA OUEST, ST LAURENT, Qc. H4S 1A1
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
769-10351
10.29.15
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- Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL String Trimmer Mower — Model Series 260 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing your new equipment. It was carefully The manufacturer reserves the right to change product engineered to provide excellent performance when properly specifications, designs and equipment without notice and operated and maintained. without incurring obligation. -
Page 3: Safe Operation Practices
Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. - Page 4 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do clear of discharge area at all times as the rotating spindle not touch. and trimmer lines can cause injury. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by Never operate the string trimmer without proper shields, the manufacturer.
- Page 5 Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure spindle and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the your vision of a child who may run into the string trimmer. spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
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Page 6: Spark Arrestor
Notice Regarding Emissions Spark Arrestor Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal WARNING: This machine is equipped with an EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) internal combustion engine and should not be used are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush may include the following emission control systems: Engine covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s... -
Page 7: Safety Symbols
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate EYE PROTECTION Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine. - Page 8 2 — i ection mportant peration racticeS...
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Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One String Trimmer • One Bottle of Oil • One Pack of Trimmer Line • One String Trimmer Operator’s • One Engine Operator’s Manual Manual Assembly Move the upper handle into one of three positions by pivoting it forward or rearward. -
Page 10: Starter Rope
Starter Rope Set-Up Disconnected the spark plug boot from the spark plug Gas and Oil Fill-Up (refer to the seperate Engine Manual). Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Pivot the control handle against the upper handle and pull separate engine manual packed with your unit. -
Page 11: Controls & Features
Controls and Features Control Lever Recoil Starter Flywheel Screen Trimmer Line Trimmer Deflector Spindle Figure 4-1 Recoil Starter Spindle The recoil starter is attached to the right side of the upper The spindle rotates the trimmer line. handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to Trimmer Line start the unit. -
Page 12: Operation
Operation Adjusting the Spindle Height • Operate the string trimmer at a slower walking speed when trimming tall, thick weeds or grass. The spindle height can be adjusted for various applications. To • Clean the underside of the trimmer after each use to do so, proceed as follows: remove any debris build up. -
Page 13: Maintenance & Adjustment
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Deck Care Clean underside of the machine after each use to prevent build- General Recommendations up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below:. • Always observe safety rules when performing any Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from string maintenance. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine Fails to start 1. Control lever disengaged. 1. Engage control lever. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark boot. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. - Page 15 Notes...
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Page 16: Replacement Parts
Model Series/Séries de modèles 260 38 11... - Page 17 Ref. No. Part No. No. de No. de Description Description Réf. pièce 618-07086 Spindle Assembly Ensemble de fusée 631-0096 Deflector Assembly, Trimmer Déflecteur de la tondeuse à fil (Comprend les (incl. Deflector Flap and Hardware) déflecteur et boulonnerie) 681-0159 Axle Assembly, Trimmer Essieu de la tondeuse à...
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Page 18: Warranty (Canada)
For equipment purchased in Canada only. THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”). MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts as described below) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) 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 materials or workmanship. -
Page 19: Warranty (U.s.a.)
THREE YEARS- 120 Hrs. LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years-120 hrs. whichever come first, from the date of original purchase of COLUMBIA products, COLUMBIA will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be defective in material and workmanship.
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