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THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern
outdoor power tool will 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 whole
manual and follow all 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.
Troy-Bilt® is a registered trademark of
MTD PRODUCTS INC
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the
warranty period should be performed only by an
authorized and approved service dealer.
Dial:
• 1-330-558-7220
Or
• 1-866-840-6483 to obtain the listing of the
authorized service dealer nearest you.
DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.
NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE
REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood
before starting or operating this equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE US
PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ll. Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
A. Installing The Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
B. Installing And Adjusting The Shoulder Harness . . . 7
IIl. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
A. Assembling the Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
B. Operating The Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
C. Pruning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
IV. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 10
A. Pruner Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
B. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
C. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
D. Accessories/Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
V. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Vl. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
CONTENTS OF CARTON
This unit should consist of the following:
•TBTP Tree Pruner Add-On
•Blade & Blade Cover
•Blade Clamp Screw and Lock Washer
• Boom Extension
• Hangers
• 9/64” Allen Wrench
• Shoulder Harness
•Operator's Manual
• Product Registration Card
NOTE: This product has been rated for use on both gas
and electric powerheads.
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.
WARNING!