MTD YM400 - Manual (Page 10)

10
Holding the Trimmer
WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot
and body protection to reduce the risk of
injury when operating this unit.
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating
position. See Figure 9. Check for the following:
• The operator is wearing eye protection and proper
clothing
• With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator’s right hand
is holding the shaft grip
• The operator’s left arm is straight, the left hand holding
the D-handle
• The unit is at waist level
• The cutting attachment is parallel to the ground and
easily contacts the grass without the need to bend over