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Thank You
Thank you for purchasing this quality product. This
modern outdoor power tool is designed to provide
many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a
great labor-saving device.
This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-
understand operating instructions. Read the entire
manual and follow all of the instructions to keep your
new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS
AND SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations and specifications in this
manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2002 MTD SOUTHWEST INC
All Rights Reserved.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the warranty
period should be performed only by an authorized and
approved service dealer.
NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
Make sure you carefully read and understand
this manual before starting or operating this
equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE US PATENTS,
OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
INTRODUCTION TABLE
of CONTENTS
Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Know your unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the D-Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Oil and Fuel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Starting/Stopping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
Holding the Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Adjusting the Trimming Line Length . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Decorative Trimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Tips for Best Trimming Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . .14-21
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Line Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing a Prewound Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Air Filter Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Spark Arrestor Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Checking/Changing the Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Carburetor Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rocker Arm Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Replacing the Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Long Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
CONTENTS OF CARTON
This unit should consist of the following:
• Model BCR4 Trimmer
• D-Handle and Hardware
• Cutting Attachment Shield
• Operator's Manual
• Product Registration Card
Examine all parts to make certain that nothing is
missing and no breakage has occurred during
shipping. Any damaged or missing part must be
replaced before using this product.