Troy-Bilt TB514CS Manuel Del Operador página 3

• This unit has a clutch. The cutting head remains stationary when
the engine is idling. If it does not, have the unit adjusted by an
authorized service technician.
• Adjust the D-handle to your size to provide the best grip.
• Be sure the cutting head 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. See Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm
grip on both the front and rear handle or grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do
not touch or try to stop the cutting head when it is rotating.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from
operation. They remain hot for a short time after you turn off the unit.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim or
edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when you are not cutting.
• Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking
from one cutting location to another.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine
immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing
damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Stop and switch the engine to off for maintenance, repair, or for
changing the cutting head.
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual
for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL MEANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury to the operator
and/or bystanders.
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING:
cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye
protection meeting ANSI Z87.1–1989 standards and
ear protection when operating this unit. Use a full
face shield when needed.
• UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
• OIL
Refer to operator's manual for the proper type of oil.
• PRIMER BULB
Push primer bulb, fully and slowly, 10 times.
• SHARP BLADE
WARNING:
To prevent serious injury, do not touch the line
cutting blade.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
Read the operator's manual(s) and
Thrown objects and loud noise can
Sharp blade on cutting head shield.
• Use only original equipment manufacturer replacement parts and
accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized
service dealer. Use of any unauthorized parts or accessories
could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and
void your warranty.
• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may
become lodged between the cutting head and shield.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark arrestor,
keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive
grease or carbon build up.
AFTER USE
• Clean cutting head with a household cleaner to remove any gum
buildup.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a building where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to
secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent
unauthorized use or damage, 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 after each use. See
the Cleaning and Storage instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them
these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOL MEANING
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF or STOP
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING:
children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the
operating area.
• HOT SURFACE
WARNING:
housing or cylinder. You may get burned. These parts
get extremely hot from operation. They remain hot for
a short time after the unit is turned off.
• CHOKE CONTROL
1. • FULL choke position
2. • PARTIAL choke position
3. • RUN choke position
• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER
CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING:
head shield in place. Keep away from the rotating
cutting head.
Keep all bystanders, especially
Do not touch a hot muffler, gear
Do not operate without the cutting
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