MTD 22K, 18K, 16K User Manual
Operator’s Manual
Electric Hedge Trimmer
Models
MTD16K
MTD18K
MTD22K
English
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES
AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
P/N 6096-203A09 © 2005
PRINTED IN CHINA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty Statement Page 1
Rules for Safe Operation Pages 2- 7
Assembly Instructions Page 8
Operating Instructions Page 8
Trimmer Instructions Page 9
Maintenance Instructions Page 10
Specifications Page 10
Parts List Page 11
Notes Page 12
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty Page 13
WARRANTY STATEMENT
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON YARD MACHINES HEDGE TRIMMER
For two years from the date of purchase, when this Hedge trimmer is used and maintained according
to the operator’s manual, Yard Machines will repair any defect in material for workmanship free of
charge.
If this Hedge trimmer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days
from the date of purchase.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THIS HEDGE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST
MTD REPAIR DEALER.
This warraanty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten
tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their
explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT:
caution. Attention is required in order to
avoid serious personal injury. May be used
in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to
the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.
. The instructions or warnings they
Indicates
danger,
warning or
-
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-668-1238
SYMBOL MEANING
DANGER:
result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
WARNING:
result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
CAUTION:
result in property damage or personal injury
to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
Failure to obey a
safety warning will
Failure to obey a
safety warning can
Failure to obey a
safety war
ning may
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
When using the
WARNING:
Please r
ating the unit in or
of the operator and any bystanders. Please
keep these instructions for later use.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Children must not operate the unit. Teens must be
accompanied and guided by an adult.
All guar
•
properly before operating the unit.
Inspect the unit befor
•
Make sur
Replace parts that ar
any way
aged parts.
ds and safety attachments must be installed
e all fasteners ar
. Do not operate the unit with loose or dam-
ead these instructions befor
e use. Replace damaged parts.
e in place and secur
e cracked, chipped or damaged in
unit, safety rules.
der to ensur
e oper
e the safety
e.
• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit.
Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as
glass, wire, etc.
• Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a
minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and pets outside a 50 feet (15m.) radius; there still may be a risk to
bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders should be
-
encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are
approached, stop the unit immediately.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS
VOLTS
EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH
WIRE SIZE
REQUIRED
120
25 feet / 7.5m 18 A.W.G.*
50 feet / 15m 16 A.W.G.*
100 feet / 30m 16 A.W.G.*
*American Wire Gauge
PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed to assure maximum safety and
optimum performance. Read this manual before assembling and operating this appliance. Failure to comply with
instructions may result in electrical shock, burns, fire, or
personal injury.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, BURNS, FIRE OR PERSONAL
INJURY:
1. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed in
this manual before/during operation of this trimmer.
2. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this
equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the extension cord, reverse the plug. Do not change
the plug in any way.
3. INSPECT UNIT FOR DAMAGE to the housing or
plug. Keep all fasteners tight. Do not use if the trigger
does not turn the unit off properly. Never use unit if
cord or plug has been damaged, the motor or unit
itself is not working as it should or has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped in water. Never
operate with any air opening blocked. Keep air openings free of debris that may reduce air flow. Replace
damaged parts that are chipped, cracked or damaged in any way. Keep cutter knife sharp.
4. DOUBLE INSULATED to help protect against
electric shock. Double insulation construction
consists of 2 separate “layers” of electric insulation.
Appliances built with this insulation system are not
intended to be grounded. As a result, the extension
cord used with your unit can be plugged into any
conventional 120 volt electrical outlet. Normal safety
precautions must be observed when operating an
electrical appliance. The double insulation system is
only for added protection against injury resulting from
a possible internal electrical insulation failure.
5. EXTENSION CORD - Use only with an extension
cord intended for outdoor use. Match wire gauge to
the cord length. See table below. A 2-wire cord without a ground connection may be used since this
appliance is double insulated. If in doubt of proper
wire size, use the next heavier gauge. Please note
that the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the
cord.
Table 1
(1). When using the appliance, an extension cord of ade-
quate size must be used for safety and to prevent
loss of power and overheating.
(2). The extension cord must be specifically intended for
outdoor use and marked “SJ” or “SJT” and with the
suffix “WA”. In Canada, the extension cord must be
marked “SFTW”.
(3). Inspect extension power cord for loose or exposed
wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace
before using appliance.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never carry appliance by
cord or pull cord to disconnect from outlet. Keep cor d
clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not
expose cord to heated surfaces, oil or water. Do not
pull cord around sharp edges, corners or close door
on cord.
6. NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - Your dou-
ble insulated appliance has no serviceable parts
inside. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. For service information, contact the Yard Machines Product
Service Department listed on the back cover of this
User Manual.
7. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT - Do not use
appliance in damp or wet locations.
8. DON’T USE IN RAIN - Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
9. DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never yank it to discon-
nect from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
10. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors should be kept
at a distance from work area.
11. DRESS PROPERLY - Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear pr otective hair
covering to contain long hair.
12. USE SAFETY GLASSES - Always use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
13. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND
USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A
POWER TOOL. Do not use tools while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
14. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do not move
plugged-in appliance with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected conditions.
16. NO ACCESSORIES OR ATTACHMENTS ARE
NECESSARY FOR THE OPERATION OF THIS
GARDENING TOOL. The use of any accessories or
attachments for this gardening tool is not recommended. Such use of any attachment or accessory
may increase the risk of injury to the user.
17. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. The correct tools will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
18. DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER
SOURCE BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT,
CHANGING ACCESSORIES, OR STORING THE
TOOL. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
19. STORE IDLE TOOLS INDOORS. When not in use,
tools should be stored indoors in dry, and high or
locked-up place, out of reach of children.
20. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep cutting tools
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Keep handling surface dry,
clean, and free from oil and grease.
21. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other condition that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY RULES:
1. The hedge trimmer must not be used by anyone
under the age 16.
2. Keep children, other people and pets away from the
trimmer.
3. Always dress properly. Don’t wear loose clothing or
jewelry; they can be caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear pr otective hair
covering to contain long hair.
4. Use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
5. Do not use the trimmer if the cutting devices is not
secured properly or is damaged.
6. Before starting the trimmer, make sure that the cutting blade is not touching stones or debris.
7. When the trimmer is in operation, keep the cutting
section away from all parts of the body.
8. Do not cut against hard objects, This could injury or
damage the trimmer.
9. Only cut during broad daylight or with corresponding
artificial light.
10.
Don’t abuse cord, never carry hedge trimmer by
cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
11. When the trimmer is not in use, store it in a dry
place and out of the reach of children.
12. The outlet voltage must correspond to the one
marked on the technical data plate. Do not use
other sources of power.
13. Never use the trimmer when it is raining. Try to prevent it from getting wet or being exposed to humidity. Do not leave it outside overnight. Do not cut
damp or wet bushes.
14. The power supply cable should be checked regularly. Before each use, make sure cable is not damaged or worn. If the cable is not in good condition,
do not use the trimmer. Take it to an authorized
service center for proper repair.
15. Only use an extension cord which is suitable for
outdoor work. Keep it away from the cutting area,
damp, wet or oily surfaces, or sharp edges. Keep
away from heat and fuels.
16. Avoid unintentional starting. Don’t carry plugged in
hedge trimmer with fingers on both switches. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
17. Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure
trimmer switch is off when clearing jammed material
from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting
blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding
the hedge trimmer.
18. Don’t force hedge trimmer, it will do the job better and
with less likelihood of risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
19. Stay alert, watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate hedge trimmer when you are
tired,
20. Maintain hedge trimmer with care, keep cutting blades
sharp and clean f
the risk of injury. Inspect extension cord periodically
and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and
free from oil and grease.
EXPLANATION OF NOTE, WARNING, and
WARRANTY SYMBOL
1. A NOTE is used to convey additional information, or
highlight a particular explanation, or to expand a step
instruction.
2. A WARNING identifies a procedure which, if not
undertaken or if improperly done, can result in a serious personal injury or damage to the unit and/or
both.
3. (WARRANTY SYMBOL) serves notice that
unless instructions or procedures are followed, any
damage will void the warranty and repairs will be at
owner’s expense. Service other than user maintenance should be performed by a Yard Machines
Authorized Service Center. Damage or conditions
caused by improper maintenance practices which
render this product inoperable will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
FOR WARRANTY OR SERVICE contact the nearest
4.
Yard Machines Authorized Service Center by calling
800# on back cover.
or best performance and to reduce
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and inter
Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
national symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
SYMBOL MEANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
May be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictographs.
• WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and
follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the operator
and/or bystanders.
• WEAR HEAD, EYE AND HEARING
PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud
noise can cause severe eye injury
and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards and ear protection when operating this unit. Falling objects can
cause severe head injury. Wear head
protection when operating this unit.
Use a full face shield when needed.
SYMBOL MEANING
• WARNING - WEAR GLOVES TO
PROTECT YOUR HANDS
• WARNING - WEAR SAFETY BOOTS
TO PROTECT AGAINST ELECTRIC
SHOCK
• WARNING - DO NOT ESPOSE TO
RAIN
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KNOW YOUR UNIT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TRIGGER SWITCH
REAR HANDLE
FRONT HANDLE
SAFETY SWITCH
BLADE
CORD RETAINER
SAFETY GUARD
INSTALLING SAFETY GUARD (FIG. 1)
Do not use without
WARNING:
1.Your Hedge Trimmer comes fully assembled except for
the safety guard.
2.To assemble safety guard, align holes in safety guard (A)
to holes in hedge trimmer and fix with screws (B) provided.
guard in place.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Always ensure all
CAUTION:
are securely attached when using the tool.
SWITCH
For your safety, this hedge trimmer is designed with a two
hand safety switch (A ). If you only squeeze one trigger (B),
the trimmer will not be actuated. To turn the trimmer ON,
squeeze both triggers at the same time. To turn the trimmer OFF, simply release either trigger. (Fig. 2)
POWER CORD
To prevent the power cord from disconnecting from the
hedge trimmer, loop the cord around the recessed hook
(C) and pull gently to tighten. (Fig. 3)
handles and guards
A
B
Fig. 1
A
Fig. 2
B
C
Fig. 3
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TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS
1. EXTENSION CORD. Always keep extension cord away
from blades. Never drape it over a hedge being
trimmed. If you cut or damage the cord, unplug it at the
electrical outlet immediately, before inspecting or
epairing cord.
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2. WORKING POSITION. Maintain proper footing and
balance and do not overreach. Wear safety goggles,
non-skid footwear and rubber gloves when trimming.
Hold the tool firmly in both hands and turn the tool ON.
Always hold the trimmer, as shown in the illustrations,
with one hand on the rear handle and one hand on the
front hande. Never hold the tool by the blade guard.
TRIMMING NEW GROWTH. A wide, sweeping motion,
3.
feeding the blade teeth through the twigs is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the blade, in the direction
of motion gives the best cutting. (Fig. 4)
Do not use the trimmer
CAUTION:
greater than 1/2”. Use the trimmer only for cutting normal shrubbery found around houses
and buildings.
for cutting stems
Fig. 4
4. LEVEL HEDGES. To obtain exceptionally level hedges,
a piece of string can be stretched along the length of
the hedge as a guide.
5. SIDE-TRIMMING HEDGES. Hold the trimmer as
shown and begin at the bottom and sweep up. (Fig. 5)
Fig. 5
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
BLADE LUBRICATION
Before lubricating, be
WARNING:
mer is disconnected from the power supply.
e to do so can result in accidental starting,
Failur
causing serious personal injury.
For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the
garden trimmer blade before and after each use. Apply
light machine oil along the edge of the top strap. (Fig. 6)
Your trimmer should be stopped, disconnected and oiled
occasionally during use.
1. The cutting blades are made from high quality, hard-
ened steel and with normal usage, they will not require
resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit a wire
fence, stones, glass or other hard objects, you may put
a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove this nick
as long as it does not interfere with the movement of
the blade. If it does interfere, unplug unit and use a fine
toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick.
2. If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for damage.
If the blade is bent, housing cracked, or handles broken
or if you see any other condition that may affect the
trimmer’s operation contact a professional service center for repairs before putting it back into use.
sure your hedge trim-
Fig. 6
3. Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents
which greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do not
store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
4. With the unit unplugged, use only mild soap and a
damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get
inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into
a liquid.
To assure prod-
IMPORTANT:
RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustments should be performed by an professional service center using identical replacement
parts.
uct SAFETY and
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MTD16K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MTD18K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MTD22K
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120V~, 60Hz,2.6 Amp . . . . . . .120V~, 60Hz,2.8 Amp . . . . . .120V~, 60Hz, 3.2 Amp
No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . .3,200 S.P.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,200 S.P.M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,200 S.P.M.
Blade Length . . . . . . . . . . . . .16” (400mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18” (450mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22” (550mm)
Max. Cutting Diameter . . . . . .1/2” (14mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/2” (14mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/2” (14mm)
Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.9 kg (6.4 Lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . .3.0 kg (6.6 Lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .3.2 kg (7.0 Lbs)
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PARTS LIST
No. Parts No. Description
1 6059-203A01 TUBE
2 6010-203A02 WIRE
3 6028-203A06 TRIGGER
4 6022-203A01 SWITCH
5 6010-203A01 WIRE
6 6024-203A01 SPRING
7 6038-203A05 HOUSING (L)
8 6028-203A05 TRIGGER
10 6MB-608-01 BEARING
11 6073-203A01 GEAR
13 6115-203A01 PIN
14 6112-203A01 ECCENTRIC SHAFT
15 6111-203A01 OUTPUT SHAFT
16 6216-203A01 BRUSH
No. Parts No. Description
17 6159-203A01 BRUSH HOLDER
18 6038-203A06 HOUSING (R)
19 6041-840001 TERMINAL BLOCK
20 6SDABB04-14 SCREW
21 6043-892002 STRAIN RELIEF
22 6199-203A01 CORD GUARD
23 6011-203A01 POWER CORD
24 6SDABB04-20 SCREW
27 6262-203A01 COVER
28 6SVABB04-10 SCREW
29 6252-203A02 GASKET
30 6252-203A01 GASKET
9 6261-203A01 16" FIELD ASS'Y
6261-203A03 18", 22" FIELD ASS'Y
12 6250-203A02 16" BLADE
6250-203A03 18" BLADE
6250-203A05 22" BLADE
25 6017-203A02 16" BLADE COVER
6017-203A03 18" BLADE COVER
6017-203A05 22" BLADE COVER
26 6260-203A01 16" ARMATURE
6260-203A03 18", 22" ARMATURE
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NOTES
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:
The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD
LLC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and
used in the United States, its possessions and territories.
MTD warrants this product against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two (2) year 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 material or
workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this
product has been operated and maintained in accordance with
the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product, and has not
been subject to misuse, abuse,
commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water or damage because of
other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the
installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved
by MTD for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will
void your warranty as to any resulting damage. This warranty is
limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail
purchase for any MTD product that is used for rental or
commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purpose.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,
WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL
AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. To locate the dealer in your
area, please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or contact
the Customer Service Department of MTD LLC by calling
1-866-747-9816 or writing to P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland OH
44136-0019 or if in Canada call 1-800-668-1238. No product
returned directly to the factory will be accepted unless prior
written permission has been extended by the Customer Service
Department of MTD LLC.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the
following cases:
Blade.
A.
MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or
B.
exported outside of the United States of America, its
possessions and territories, except those sold through
MTD’s authorized channels of export distribution.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies
after the applicable period of express written warranty
above as to the parts as identified. No other express
warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral, except as
mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including
a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product shall bind
MTD. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive
remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set
forth above.
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply to you.)
The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. MTD
shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or
damages including, without limitation, expenses incurred
for substitute or replacement lawn care services, for
transportation or for related expenses, or for rental
expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product.
(Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the
amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration
of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty.
You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to
you and your property and/or to others and their property
arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than
the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for whom
it was purchased as a gift.
How State Law Relates to this W
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1-866-747-9816 in
the United States or 1-800-668-1238 in Canada.
(Some states do not allow limitations on how
arranty:
This warranty
MTD reserves the right to change or improve the design of
any MTD Product without assuming any obligation to modify
oduct pr
any pr
eviously manufactur
ed.
MTD LLC
P.O. Box 361131
Cleveland, OH 44136-0019
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