Troy-Bilt TB675 Operation Manual - Page 3

WHILE OPERATING • Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet current ANSI Z87.1 standards and are marked as such. Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty. • Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level. • The cutting head shield must always be in place while operating the unit. Do not operate the unit without both trimming lines extended and the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield. • This unit has a clutch. The cutting head remains stationary when the engine is idling. If it does not, take the unit to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment. • Adjust the handle to provide the best grip. • Make sure the attachment is not in contact with anything before starting the unit. • Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light. • Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to Starting and Stopping. • Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose. • Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm grip on both handles or grips. • Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. Take extra care when working on steep slopes or inclines. • Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop moving parts. • Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off. • Do not operate the unit faster than the speed needed to do the job. Do not run the unit at high speed when not in use. • Do not force the unit. It will do a better, safer job when used at the intended rate. • Always stop the unit when operation is delayed or when walking from one location to another. • If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the unit immediately and check for damage. Do not operate the unit before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts. • Turn the engine to off and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair. • Use only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any other parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void the warranty. • Keep the unit clean. Carefully remove vegetation and other debris that could block moving parts. • To reduce fire hazard, replace a faulty muffler and spark arrestor. Keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up. • If the unit starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the unit immediately. Inspect the unit for the cause of the vibration. Vibration is generally an indicator of trouble. OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS • All service, other than the maintenance procedures described in this manual, should be performed by a authorized service dealer. • Before inspecting, servicing, cleaning, storing, transporting or replacing any parts on the unit: 1. Stop the unit. 2. Make sure all moving parts have stopped. 3. Allow the unit to cool. 4. Disconnect the spark plug wire. • Secure the unit while transporting. • Never store the unit with fuel in the tank, inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks (switches, electrical motors, etc.). • Store the unit in a dry place, secured or at a height to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep the unit out of the reach of children. • Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean the unit after each use. Refer to Cleaning and Storage. • Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan this unit to others, also loan them these instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3