Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator’s Manual 22-inch String Trimmer — 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. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing an MTD String Trimmer. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times.
Important Safe Operation Practices 2 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. When you see this symbol.
11. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge area at all times as the rotating spindle and trimmer lines can cause injury. 12. Never operate the string trimmer without proper shields, guards, control lever or other safety protective devices in place and working. 13. Never operate the string trimmer with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury. 14.
4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the string trimmer. 5. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. 6. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the spindle and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. 3.
Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
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.
Section 2 — Important Safe Operation Practices Figure 1 line Figure 2 (TOO STEEP) 15° Slope WARNING! Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 15 degrees. All slopes require extra caution. Always mow across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes. To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One String Trimmer • One Bottle of Oil • One String Trimmer Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual Assembly • 3. NOTE: This string trimmer is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up the gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your machine. Upper Handle 1. Remove the wing knob and carriage bolt from the left lower handle and the right lower handle. See Figure 3-1. 2.
Starter Rope Set-Up 1. Disconnected the spark plug boot from the spark plug (refer to the seperate Engine Manual). Gas and Oil Fill-Up 2. Pivot the control handle against the upper handle and pull the rope out of the engine. 3. Loop the rope through the eye bolt. See Figure 3-3. 4. Tighten the eye bolt to the handle using the lock nut. DO NOT overtighten. Refer to the separate engine owner’s manual for additional engine information. 1.
4 Controls and Features Control Lever Recoil Starter Flywheel Screen Trimmer Line Trimmer Deflector Spindle Figure 4-6 Recoil Starter Spindle The recoil starter is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit. The spindle rotates the trimmer line. Trimmer Deflector The trimmer line is attached to the spindle assembly and it is used to trim grass, vegetation, undergrowth and weeds.
5 Operation Adjusting the Spindle Height • The spindle height can be adjusted for various applications. To do so, proceed as follows: Operate the string trimmer at a slower walking speed when trimming tall, thick weeds or grass. • Clean the underside of the trimmer after each use to remove any debris build up. 1. Loosen the wing nut found on each side of the spindle shaft. warning: Shut the engine off and wait until the trimmer head comes to a complete stop before cleaning the discharge area.
6 Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Deck Care General Recommendations Clean underside of the machine after each use to prevent buildup of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below:. • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from string trimmer or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. • The warranty on this string trimmer does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
8 Troubleshooting Problem Engine Fails to start Remedy 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. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer). 4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section. 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Blocked fuel line. 6. Clean fuel line. 7. Engine flooded. 7.
9 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 951-14437 Spark Plug 951-10298 Air Cleaner Kit 951-14407 Fuel Cap Assembly 951-10358A Fuel Filter 746-04703 Control Cable, 48” 734-05048 Wheel 731-2315 Deflector Flap 731-2329 Trail Shield 490-040-M035 .155” Trimmer Line (Ten-pack) Phone (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready).
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”). b.
