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Service Information 

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: 

1-800-345-8746

for authorized service dealers in the United States

Or

• 1-800-668-1238

in Canada 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. 

WARNING: 

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or

emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SPARK ARRESTER INFORMATION

NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. 

All

U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington
require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be
equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and
maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these
requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. 

This unit is factory

equipped with a spark arrestor

. If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE dealer to install the

Accessory Part #181696 Spark Arrestor Kit.

Identification Numbers

Before you start assembling your new equipment

, please locate the model plate on the unit and copy the 

information from it to the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need
help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.

• You can locate the model number on the shaft housing of the unit next to the On/Off Stop Control Switch. 

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.

Copy the model / parent

part number here:

Copy the serial number here:

Summary of Contents for TB2000

Page 1: ...2000 MTD SOUTHWEST INC Models TB2000 22 5cc Curved Shaft FORM 182821 1 01 10201 rev A Printed in U S A Owner Operator Manual 2 Cycle Trimmer Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance...

Page 2: ...tant Safety Information 4 5 Safety and International Symbols 6 7 Section 2 Know Your Unit 8 Section 3 Assembly 9 Installing and Adjusting the D handle 9 Installing the Cutting Attachment Shield 9 Sect...

Page 3: ...shington require by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and or grass covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor maintained in effective working order or the engi...

Page 4: ...s guided by an adult Inspect the unit before use Replace damaged parts Check for fuel leaks Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure Replace cutting attachment parts that are cracked chipped or...

Page 5: ...n 5 Operation 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 operat ing Keep a firm gr...

Page 6: ...ator and or bystanders FOR SERVICE INFORMATION CALL USA 1 800 345 8746 CANADA 1 800 668 1238 WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION WARNING Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and heari...

Page 7: ...ttachment shield To prevent serious injury do not touch line cutting blade CHOKE CONTROL A START position B RUN position DO NOT USE BLADES WARNING To prevent serious personal injury do not attach or o...

Page 8: ...ght weeds Edging Decorative trimming around trees fences etc Shaft Grip Cutting Attachment Shield Gas Cap Throttle Control D Handle Line Cutting Blade Cutting Attachment Primer Bulb Choke Lever Air Fi...

Page 9: ...e operating position Fig 3 2 position the D handle to the location that provides you the best grip 6 Tighten the clamp screws evenly until the D handle is secure INSTALLING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT SHIE...

Page 10: ...ent Add 0 8 oz 23 ml of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container NEVER add fuel addi tives directly to the unit s fuel tank For proper engine operation and maxim...

Page 11: ...ough it wants to run normally 2 to 5 pulls NOTE Squeeze the throttle control until the engine has started and warmed up 6 Place the choke lever in the RUN B position Fig 5 2 7 Pull starter rope briskl...

Page 12: ...e length will make the clutch overheat This may lead to serious person al injury or damage to the unit Some line breakage will occur from Entanglement with foreign matter Normal line fatigue Attemptin...

Page 13: ...dealer MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE These required maintenance procedures should be performed at the frequency stated in the table They should also be included as part of any seasonal tune up MAINTENANCE NEE...

Page 14: ...Holding the two pieces together with the ends even insert the lines into the slotted hole in the inner reel Fig 6 4 Only about 1 2 inch of line will fit in hole Do not force line in hole NOTE Take car...

Page 15: ...he inner reel and outer spool grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the inner reel 5 Push the bottom cover into the outer spool until it snaps into place Replace...

Page 16: ...l VOID the warranty CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable by the screw next to the air filter cover Fig 6 12 NOTE Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit An auth...

Page 17: ...e problems If not and The engine will not idle The engine hesitates or stalls on acceleration There is a loss of engine power have the carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer REPLACING THE...

Page 18: ...d area Store the unit out of the reach of children LONG TERM STORAGE If the unit will be stored for an extended time 1 Drain all fuel from the gas tank into a container Do not use fuel that has been s...

Page 19: ...Engine flooded Use starting procedure with choke lever in the RUN position Pg 11 Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain gas tank Add fresh fuel mixture Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug E...

Page 20: ...osition Starter Auto Rewind Muffler Baffled with Guard Throttle Manual Spring Return Fuel Tank Capacity 20 oz 591 ml ENGINE DRIVE SHAFT CUTTING ATTACHMENT Drive Shaft Housing Aluminum Tube Throttle Co...

Page 21: ...21 Notes...

Page 22: ...SOUTHWEST INC MTD with respect with new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its possessions and territories MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a...

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