MTD PS720r User Manual
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The add-on should be installed with the release button in the
primary hole.
Check Flex Shaft Engagement Prior to Using
1.
Start the unit.
2.
Briefly engage and release the trigger.
3.
Check that add-on is operating.
4.
If the add-on is not operating, remove add-on and repeat steps
for installing the add-on.
5.
Recheck operation of add-on attachment.
4.
Turn the knob clockwise to tighten (Fig. 3).
ASSEMBLING THE COUPLER
The Trimmer Plus add-on may be mounted to different power tools.
The instruction manuals for the basic power tool and the
attachment contain the information necessary for operation of the
power tool combination. Therefore, aways read BOTH instruction
manuals before using the power tool for the first time. Keep the
manuals in a safe place for future reference.
NOTE: To make installing or removing the add-on easier, place the
unit on the ground or on a work bench.
Removing the Add-On or Extension Boom
1.
Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen (Fig. 1).
Fig. 1
Coupler
Release Button
Guide Recess
Knob
Primary Hole
Upper Shaft
Housing
Coupler
2.
Press and hold the release button (Fig. 1).
3.
While firmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the add-on or
extension boom out of the coupler (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Knob
Lower Shaft
Housing
Release Button
Knob
Clockwise
Counterclockwise
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Prior to operation, read and understand
the operator’s manual for unit to be used with this add-
on.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury and
damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or
installing add-ons.
CAUTION:
The add-ons with the coupler system is
to be used in the primary hole only. Using the wrong
hole could lead to personal injury or damage to the unit.
CAUTION:
Lock the release button in the primary
hole (Fig. 2) and securely tighten the knob before
operating this unit.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury and
damage to the unit, NEVER install more than one
extension boom to a power tool.
Installing the Add-On or Extension Boom
1.
Remove the hanger or shipping cap from the top of the shaft
housing.
2.
Turn knob counterclockwise to loosen (Fig. 1).
3.
While firmly holding the add-on or extension boom, push it
straight into the coupler (Fig. 2).
NOTE: Aligning the release button with the guide recess will help
installation (Fig. 1).
FILLING THE OIL RESERVOIR
Follow the following steps to fill the oil reservoir:
1.
Place the unit on a flat surface.
2.
Remove the Oil Tank Cap.
3.
Open the oil bottle provided with your unit.
4.
Pour oil into the reservoir until filled (7 oz.).
NOTE:
The oil reservoir may be filled to the lip of the fill opening without
damaging the unit.
DANGER:
Failure to fill the oil reservoir will cause
irreparable damage to the unit. Make sure the oil
reservoir is always filled.
WARNING:
Oil constantly flows from the oil
reservoir to oil the chain. Check the oil level constantly
so that the oil level does not drop below half full.
5.
Repeat steps 1–4 for the add-on or extension boom.