Perator`s Manual

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r® m n ,mr mum perator's Manual Model TB24HT or IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY r :_ Content Page Calling Customer Support ............................................... 2 Rules for Safe Operation 3 Z,now Your Unit ..................................................... ....................................................... 5 Assembly Instruet=ons ............................................ 6 Operating Instructions 8 ....................................................... Maintenance and Repair Instructions .......................................... 10 Cleaning and Storage ....................................................... 10 Troubleshooting 11 Chart ...................................................... Warranty Information ....................................................... 12 This operator's manual is an important part of your new trimmer. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. This information is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer. You can locate the model number on the unit. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. SeriaJHumber Model Humber Patent Pert Humber copy the model and parent part numbe r here: IllllllllllllllBHIIIIIIIIllllllllll cop, the so.o, oombor horo: T If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. @ 2 Call 1-800-520-5520 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call. The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention 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. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL L i_1 i, SYMBOL MEANING DANGER: i_i_ ' Failure to obey a safety warning will 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. MEANING '_'i warning can Failure result in injury to yourself and WARNING: obeysafety a Safety others. Always followto the precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. I_il may result inFailure property damagesafety or personal CAUTION: to obeya warning injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. danger, warning or caution. Attention is SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates 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 ALL INSTRUCTIONS Am' ,]_ DANGER: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safe_y precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.Carefully read and understand the entire operator's manual before using your trimmer. Pay close attention to the operating instructionsana safety warnings. BEFORE OPERATING • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit. • Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. • Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use the unit, except for teens guided by an adult. • Before each use, thoroughly inspect your unit for loose or damaged parts. Do not use until aajustments or repairs are made. • All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly before operating the unit. • Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as cords, lights, wire or string,which can become entangle(] in tt_e cutting Dlade. • Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light. • Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) away from the unit while operating. • Do not charge the unit in rain or in wet locations. SAFETY WARNINGS FOR CHARGING AND NI-CD BATTERIES (TB24HTB) STANDS • Before using charging stand, read all instructions and cautionary markings m this manual, on charging stand, and product using charging stand. • Do not expose charger to rain or snow. • To reduce risk of injury, charge only sealed ni-cd rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and damage. • To reduce risk of damage to charger body and cord, pull by the charger body, rather ttian cord, when disconnecting the charger. • Make sure charger cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. • Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug. If damaged, replace charger immediately. • Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the charger case is damaged, replace the charger. • Do not disassemble charger. The charger is not serviceable; disassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. • To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. • Do not use charger outdoors. SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY UNITS (TB24HTB) • Use only a 14.4 volt DC, ni-cd battery. • Battery tools do not have to be electrical outlet; therefore, they condition. Be aware of possible too! is not operating. Take care maintenance or servtce. • Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The cell may explode. Batteries should be recycled, consult your local waste authority for informatton regarding available recycling and/or disposal options or call 1-800-8 BATTER7 for recycling information. plugged into an are always in operating hazards even when when performing • Remove the battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the unit. • Use only the charging stand provided with your unit. Do not substitute any other charging stand. Use of another charging stand could promote batteries to explode causing possible serious injury. • Do not charge battery in rain or in wet locations. • Exercise care when handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns. 3 • Chargethebatteryina locationwherethetemperature is morethan50F (10C)butlessthan100°F(38"C). • Donotopenor mutilatethebattery.Released electrolyteiscorrosiveandmaycausedamageto the eyesor skin:It maybetoxic ifswallowed. ELECTRICALSAFETYWARNINGS(TB24HT) • Sincethetoolis double-insulated, a 2-wireextension cord(anextensioncordwithouta ground)maybe used.A 3-wireextensioncord(anextensioncordwith a ground)thatusesa NEMAtypeconnector(parallel blade,U ground)isrecommended. Extension cords areavailablefromyourlocalretailer.Useonlyround: jacketedextensioncordsapprovedfo[outdooruse. • Thistoolisdouble-insulated. Repair orreplace damaged cords. • Toreducethe riskofelectricalshock,thisunithasa polarizedplug(onebladeis widerthanthe other).This unitwillfit withapolarizedpluginonewayonly.Ifthe plug does not fit fully into the unit, reverse the plug. If _tsttll does not fit, use a cord with the correct connection. Do not modify the unit in any way. shock, use only SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-W or I _IWARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical SJTOW-A Cord types. MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR I 120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 0-12 AMPS* Cord length (ft.) 25 50 100 Wire size (AWG)* 16 16_ __16 150 *The wire size (AWG) for appliances using 12 to 16 amps is 14 AWG for 25 feet, 12 AWG for 50 feet, and not recommended for 100 or 150 feet. • CORD SETS: Make sure your cord set is in good condition, w!th a cord that is heavy enough to carry the current that your unit will draw. An uneersizea cord set will cause a _trop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power, as well as overheating. The table shown above illustrates the correct size to use depending on the cord length and nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use tf_e next heavier size line gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. To prevent the cord from disconnecting from the unit, use the cord hook shown in the Operating Instructions. • Do not abuse the power cord. Do not pull or carry the unit by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces, oil and sharp eages. • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) prote(:tion should be provided on the circuit s) or outlet(s) that will be used for the un t. Use receptac es w th bu t- n GFCI protection for an extra measure of safety. • A nameplate on your unit indicates the voltage used. Never connect the unit to an AC voltage that differs from this voltage. • Inspect all extension cords and the unit power connection periodically. Look closely for deterioration, cuts or cracks _nthe insulation. Also inspect the connections for damage. Repair or replace the cords if any defects appear. • Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your unit in damp or wet conditions. Moisture is a shockf_azard. 4 I 1 J • Do not use the unit in the rain. • Do not handle the plug or the unit with wet hands. WHILE OPERATING • Wear safetyglasses or goggles that are marked as meeting AKISqZ87.1-1989 standards. Also wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or oust mask if the operation is dusty. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. • Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing,jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Securenair above shoulder level. • The unitposes a risk of cut. Keep hands away from the blades. Keep both hands on handles when power is on. • Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when b!ades are moving. Make sure unit is unplugged and the switcn is off when clearingjammeo matenal from blades. Do not grasp the exposeacutting blades or cutt ng edges wnen p ck ng up or hod ng the un t. • Take caution: Blades coast after unit is turned off. • Avoid accidental starting. Do not carry around a unit that is plugged in with your finger on the trigger switch. Be sure the switch is in the off position when plugging in the unit. • Use the rignt tool. Only use this tool for the purpose _ntended. • Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. Do not operate from unstable surfaces like Ladders trees, slopes or rooftops. • When operating the hedge trimmer, always hold the unit with both Hands. Keep a firm grip on both the housing grip and front handle. Never grip the unit by the guard or use the guard as a handle. • Always stop the motor when cutting is delayed or when wa k ng from one cutt ng ocat on to another. • If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the motor immediately and checl{ for damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts. • Stop and switch the unit to off and unplug it during maintenance, repair or replacement. • Keep the unit clean of vegetation and other materials They may become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield. OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS • Be sure to secure the unit while transporting. • Store the unit in a dry area, ocked up to prevent unauthorized use or damage, and stored in a high place 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 SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS 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 SYMBOL • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL • KEEP HANDS BLADES Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. AWAY FROM WARNING: Moving blades can cause severe injury. Do not touch the blades when starting or while operating the unit. • 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. @ MEANING • KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area. • WEAR 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 standards and ear _jrotection when operating this unit. sea full face shield when needed. APPLICATION This unit is intended for household use only. Use the Hedge Trimmer for: Trimming and forming hedges, shrubs and bushes with a branch diameter of up to 3/8 inch 14.4 Volt Battery (TB24HTB only) ! Safety Safety Guard '\ \ Switch \ \ \ \ \ Battery Release Latch (TB24HTB only) \ \ Blade Sheath _- \ Cutting Blade Trigger Switch Extension Cord Retainer (TB24HT only) 5 INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD After removing your hedge trimmer from its carton, remove the contents from the plastic bag. Install the safety guard as follows: enjury, never operate the trimmer without WARNING: To prevent serious personal the safety guard in place. l_] 1. Place the safety guard on the trimmer the cutting blade (Fig. 1). { at the base of 3. Slide the charger onto the battery, from the battery's square end (Fig. 2). 4. Push hard to snap the battery into place. Be sure the contacts on the battery engage properly with the contacts on the charger (Fig. 2). NOTE: The red light wi!l go On when the battery is charging. 5. Charge the unit for a minimum of 8 hours before the first use. 6. The battery should be charged for a minimum of 8 hours between each use. The unit operating time and the life of the battery will be shortened if you donlt fOllOw this procedure. \\ NOTE: The battery will become slightly warm to the touch while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. Barrel Connector \ Input _L Screw _(_ / Fig. 1 2. 3. ii ZZZZZZZZZZZZI Align the screw holes in the guard with the holes in the trimmer .',Fig.1). Charger Contacts Insert a screw on each end of the safety guard, using a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten, Fig. 2 All k CHARGING THE BATTERY (TB24HTB ,, only) The battery for this unit has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore you should charge the batter_, for at least 8 hours before using. [ WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only original equipment nickelcadmium rechargeable batteries. Other Jtypes of batteries may burst, causing Jpersona njury or damage. NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time the)/are charged. Allow several cycles (trimming followed by recharging) for batteries to be fully charged Wall Outlet I I II 1. Charge battery only with the 14.4V charger provided. 2. Plug [he 14.4V charger into the wall outlet and its barrel connector into the battery charger (Fig. 3). Make sure the wall outlet is normal house voltage, 120 volts 60 Hz. AC only. Indicator Light I Barrel Connector Charger NOTE: Do not place charging stand in an area of extreme heat or cold. It will work best at norma room temperature. Fig. 3 6 J ] 7. Aftercharging,disconnectthe14.4Vchargerfrom thewalloutletandremovethe batteryfromthe chargingstand(Fig.3). Red Indicator Light Whentheredlight(Fig.4)is on.the batteryis being charged. Ifthe lightfailsto turno_ checkthefollowing: a. Barrel connector has been properly installed into the charging stand. Charging Tips for Maximum Performance • Store and charge the unit where temperatures are between 50 F (10" C) and 100" F (38 C). Storing the unit or batteries above 100: F (38 C) wi!l reduce battery life. • storage below 50: F (10" C) will not reduce battery life, but may require a longer charging time. NOTE: The charging indicator light will remain lit when the battery is properly installed in the charging stand. a. 14.4V charger has been plugged into the wall outlet. c. Battery is firmly seated in the charging stand. Temperature • d. Power is on at the wall outlet. NOTE: If the wall outlet is operated by a switch, be sure [he switch is ON. • • Below ,j_ "L WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, if the wall outlet is not working properly, have the wall outlet checked by a Effects on Charging Time 50 F (10 C) to 100 F (38 C) - Battery will be charged within 24 hours, 40 F (4"C) to 50 F (10 C)- Battery will require up to 48 hours for a full charge. 40" F (4 :C) - Battery wi!l not reac h full charge, NOTE: Unit run time will be reduced when the battery is not fully charged. qua fed eectr can. The red light will go off when the battery is fully charged. INSTALLING AND REMOVING (TB24HTB only) THE BATTERY CAUTION: When placing a battery in your unit, be sure the battery ridges slide in the housing channel, and that the battery snaps into place. Improper assembly can case damage to internal components. Battery Charger ight: Battery is Charging 1. 2. I Align the ridges on both sides of the battery's center platform with the channel on the rear of the unit housing (Fig. 5). Slide the battery along this channel until the battery and latch snap into place. Make sure the battery is secured in the unit before beginning operation. To remove the battery, locate the latch on the end of the battery. Ho!d the unit securely, then push down on the latch with your thumb and slide out the battery (Fig. 6). Fig, 4 7 Trigger Battery Platform Switch Safety Switch Battery Ridge Fig.7 Unit _ _o_ The trimmer will stop if you release either the trigger or safety switch. To start the unit: Housing 1. Make sure the power cord is plugged in (TB24HT) or the battery is securely inserted (TB24HTB') Fig. 5 2. With the blade facing away hold the unit by the front and rear handles (Fig. 8). 3. Battery Start the unit in a pos_hon where the blades will not bind with the hedge to be trimmed. Latch Fig. 6 STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS Your hedge trimmer is equipped with a safety switch, that reduces the possibility of accidental starting. The safety switch is located on the front handle (Fig 7). You must press both the safety switch and trigger switch in order to start the unit. A T WARNING: Fig. 8 EXTENSION CORD RETAINER (TB24HT only) There is an extension cord retainer to prevent the extension cord from disconnecting during use. It is Battery tools do not have to be I .]k |plugged in; they are always in operating _|condition. Avoid unintentional starting, [never carry unit with a finger on the trigger. I located on the end of the power cord (Fig. 9). To secure both cords, form a loop with the extension cord and push it into the retainer clips. I Cord Retainer i Fig. 9 8 USING THE HEDGE TRIMMER • Use hedge trimmer properly. Before starting hedge trimmer, hold the unit with both hands and face the cutting blade awaY from you. Use the hedge trimmer for trimming and forming hedges, shrubs and bushes that have a branch diameter of up to 3/8 of an inch. WARNING: Do not operate your trimmer until any missing, damaged, or broken parts have been replaced. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. A .. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, always use both the front handle and rear handle to hold the hedge trimmer dur ng operat on. For your protection, there is a blade guard between the front handle and the blade. WARNING: Never use guard as a handle Never grasp the unit by the guard. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal _njury. "" I A I each use. Remove all objects like cords, lights, wire, or string which can become JWARNING: Clear the area to be cut before I entangled in the cutting E)lade Follow these general trimming techniques: • Keep from trimming too much at one time. This can cause the blades to bind and slow. reducing [he cutting efficiency. • Do not force the unit through dense growth. If the blades slow down reduce your pace. 1 J J 1 • Always keep the cord behind the hedge trimmer when in use. Do not place it over the hedge where it may be cut by the blade. DANGER: If the blade jams on any electrical cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THEBLADE. !T CAN BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE AND VERY DANGEROUS. Continue to hold your trimmer by the insulated handles and immediately disconnect the damaged electrical cord or line from the power source. Failure to heed this warning will result in serious or fatal personal injury. • If desired, you can use a string to help cut your hedge level. Decide how high you want the hedge. Then, stretch a piece of string along the hedge at this height, Trim the hedge just above this guide line of string. Trim the side of a hedge so that it will be slightly narrower at the top (Fig. 10). More of the hedge will be exposed when shaped this way, and it will be more uniform. • Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly growth. When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping action, so that the stems are fed directly into the cutting blade. Older growth will have thicker stems and will b e trimmed easies t by using a sawing movement. • Do not try to cut stems that are larger than 3/8 inch thick, or those obviously too large to feed into the cutting blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or pruning saw to trim large stems. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, keep hands away from blades. Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure unit is unplugged and the 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 unit. Fig. 10 9 SHARPENING always turn your trimmer off and unplug it I [_WARNING: To avoid seriousit. personal injury, 1 before you clean or service | SERVICING DOUBLE INSULATED UNITS 1. Allow your hedge trimmer to come to a stop with the cutter blade and guard positioned as shown in Figure 11. This will allow clearance for the file between cutter teeth and guard teeth. 2. This unit is double-insulated. In a double-insulated unit, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. There is no grounding provided and no means of grounding should be added to this unit. Extreme care and knowledge of the system is required when servicing a double-insulated unit. Service should be performed by qualified service personnel only. Replacement parts for a double-insulated unit must be identical to the parts they replace. Refer any repair to an authorized service dealer. A double-insulated unit is marked with the words "double insulation, or ,double insulated." THE BLADE Disconnect the hedge trimmer from the power supply. Clamp the blade assembly in a wse and file the exposed cutting surface of each blade tooth with an 8 inch fine round file with a 1/4 or 7/32 inch 3. diameter. Be sure to retain the tooth's original angle when filing. 4. Remove the hedge trimmer from the vise restart _t and stop it so that the unsharpened edges of the blade teeth are exposed. 5. Disconnect the tool and repeat the sharpening procedure as described above. CLEANING Cutting Switch off the unit and disconnect it from the power source. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and solvents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth. Also keep the air vents free of obstructions. INSPECT EXTENSION Blade Blade Guard CORDS Inspect all extension cords. Look closely for deterioration, cuts or cracks in the insulation. Inspect the connectors for damage. Replace a damaged or defective cord. STORAGE LUBRICATING • Allow the unit to col before storing. To lubricate the cutting blade, disconnect the hedge trimmer from the power supply. • Lock the unit to prevent unauthorized use or damage. • Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area. For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge trimmer blade before and after each use. Before lubricating, be sure the unit is off and disconnected from the power supply. Apply light machine oil along the edge of the top strap (Fig. 12). • Store the unit out of the reach of children. CHECK FOR DAMAGED/WORN PARTS Before each use, check for damaged partsl Before further use of the unit, 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 effect the units operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer unless indicated elsewhere in this manual. WARNING: You will need to Connect the unit to power during these procedures. To avoid serious personal injury, be sure to pay attention to the instructions and DISCONNECT the power when stated. Fig. 11 THE BLADE _l_ AI, CAUTION: Some spray-on lubricants contain solvents and will cause some types I of grease to break-down, To prevent I damage to the unit, only use a quality mach ne o . Occasionally stop, disconnect, during use. and oil your trimmer 1 I I J © Fig. 12 10 TO RECYCLE BATTERIES (TB24HTB) WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, exercise care when handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns. Upon removal, cover the battery terminals with heavy duty electrical tape. .IL I I injury, do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damageTo prevent to the eyes or skin. It may _11_ IWARNING: serious personal be tox c f swa owed. CAUSE Battery is not charged CAUSE The EPA Certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nicke!:cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery contained in our product indicates that Troy-Bilt is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States and Canada. The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY TM for information on NFCd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. Troy-Bilt's involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. ACTION Charge the battery ACTION No power to charger or battery Check the charger and charging station Battery has failed Replace the battery 11 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: O TROII BIIT" The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchasedand used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years 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 Troy-Bilt LLC 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 Troy-Bilt 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, visit our website at www.troybilt.com, check for a listing in the Yellow Pages, call 1 1-800-5205520 or write to P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, OH 441360019. This limited warranty the following cases: A. Tune-ups Filters does not provide coverage - Spark Plugs, Carburetor in Adjustments, B. Wear items - Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Line, Inner Reels, Starter Pulley, Starter Ropes, Drive Belts C. Troy-Bilt LLC does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America, its possessions and territories, except those sold through Troy-Bilt's authorized channels of export distribution. Troy-Bilt LLC reserves the right to change or improve the design of any Troy-Bilt Product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured. 12 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 Troy-Bilt LLC During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above. (Some states do not allow limitations on how 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. TroyBilt LLC 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 Warranty: This warranty 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 1-800-520-5520. Troy-Bilt LLC RO. Box 361131 Cleveland, OH 44136-0019