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MTD YM26CS - page 1
Operator’ s Manual IMPORT ANT : Read safety rules and instructions carefully befor e operating equipment. 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 int ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 2
2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Know Your Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 3
SP ARK ARRESTOR 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 wit ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 4
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using the unit the safety rules must be followed. For your own safety and that of bystanders please read these instructions before operating the unit. Please keep the instructions safe for later use. BEFORE OPERA TING • Read this operating instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls a ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 5
• Be sure the cutting attachment 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. ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 6
6 SECTION 1: RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION SAFETY AND INTERNA TIONAL 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 • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indic ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 7
7 SECTION 1: RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION SYMBOL MEANING • THROWN OBJECTS AND ROT A TING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJUR Y W ARNING: Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place. Keep away from the r otating cutting attachment. •O N/OFF STOP CONTROL ON / ST ART / RUN •O N/OFF STOP CONTROL OFF OR STOP • HOT SURF ACE WARNING Do no ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 8
8 SECTION 2: KNOW YOUR TRIMMER APPLICATIONS As a trimmer; • Cutting grass and light weeds. • Edging • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. Other optional accessories may be used with the 875r. See list of add-ons on page 13. Cutting Attachment Shield Fuel Cap Throttle Control J-Handle Cutting Attachment Shaft Grip Primer Bulb Choke ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 9
9 SECTION 3: ADJUSTING THE J-HANDLE 4. Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the J-handle is secure. 3. While holding the unit in the operating position (Fig. 3), position the J-handle to the location that provides you the best grip. Decal ADJUSTING THE J-HANDLE 1. Loosen the four (4) screws holding the J-handle in place (Fig. 1). Do not completel ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 10
10 SECTION 4: OIL AND FUEL INFORMA TION Fig. 4 Funnel Spout DANGER: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE MA Y CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJUR Y! The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crank case cannot be overemphasized. Check oil befor e each use and change as needed. See Changing the Oil in the Maintenance and Repair Instruction ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 11
11 SECTION 4: OIL AND FUEL INFORMA TION FUELING UNIT W ARNING: Gasoline is extr emely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. T o avoid serious personal injury , always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank. Keep sparks and open flames away from the area. 1. Remove fuel cap ( ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 12
SECTION 5: ST ARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 12 6. Squeeze the throttle control to the wide open (full throttle) position. 7. With the unit in the starting position (Fig. 10) pull the starter rope briskly 5 times in the FULL choke ( A ) position. If the engine attempts to run before the fifth pull, proceed to step 8. 8. Move the choke lever to the PA ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 13
SECTION 6: OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 13 OPERA TING THE EZ-LINK ™ SYSTEM The EZ-Link ™ system enables the use of these optional add-ons. Blower/Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BV720r Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GC720r Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 14
Each time the head is bumped, about 1 inch (25.4 mm.) of trimming line is released. A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if excess line is released. For best results, tap the Bump Head™ on bare ground or hard soil. If line release is attempted in tall grass, the engine may stall. Always keep the trimming ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 15
Fig. 15 DECORA TIVE TRIMMING Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation around trees, posts, fences, etc. Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30° angle to the ground (Fig. 15). SECTION 6: OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REP AIR INSTRUCTIONS 15 W ARNING: To prevent serious injury , nev ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 16
Line Locking Hole Trimming Line Line Loading Hole Eyelet 5. Insert the line into the locking hole (Fig. 17). Do not push the line more than 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) into the line locking hole. When inserted correctly the line will form a small loop (Fig. 18). 6. Pull the line from the outer spool until the line is tight against the inner reel (Fig. 19). ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 17
17 SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REP AIR INSTRUCTIONS Bump Knob Foam Seal Spring Inner Reel INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL 1. Turn the bump knob counterclockwise and remove the bump knob, spring and foam seal (Fig. 22). 9. If winding the line becomes difficult or the line jams, pull the ends of the line from the spool (Fig. 21). Continue winding the inner ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 18
18 SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REP AIR INSTRUCTIONS 2. Pull out the bump knob, spring and foam seal (Fig. 22). 3. Pull the inner reel with existing line from the outer spool (Fig. 23). 4. Remove any existing line from the inner reel before cleaning. Remove any debris or grass from the knob, spring, inner reel and foam seal. Wash the inner reel (Fig. ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 19
19 SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REP AIR INSTRUCTIONS CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL CAUTION: To pr event extensive engine wear and damage to the unit, always maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase. Never operate the unit with the oil level below the bottom of the dipstick. The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankca ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 20
AIR FIL TER MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Air Filter W ARNING: To avoid serious personal injury , always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool before you clean it or do any maintenance on it. Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Not maintaining the air filter will VOID the warranty. 1. Op ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 21
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable. An idle adjustment screw is reached though a hole in the top of the engine cover (Fig 37). NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit. An authorized service dealer should make carburetor adjustments. Check Fuel Old fuel is usually the main reason for the unit not runni ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 22
4. Disconnect the spark plug wire. 5. Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in. socket counterclockwise. 6. Remove the engine cover (Fig. 39). 7. Clean dirt from around the rocker arm cover. Remove the screw holding the rocker arm cover with a large flat blade screwdriver or Torx T25 bi ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 23
10. If the clearance is not within specification: a. Turn the adjusting nut using a 5/16 inch (8 mm) wrench or nut driver (Fig. 42). • To increase clearance, turn the adjusting nut counterclockwise. • To decrease clearance, turn the adjusting nut clockwise. b. Recheck both clearances, and adjust as necessary. 11. Reinstall the rocker arm cover ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 24
ACCESSORIES/REPLACEMENT P ARTS 4-Cycle Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-181786 Oil Fill Plug / Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-182378 Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-180852B Spark Arrestor Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-180890 Replacement Line Cartridge . . . ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 25
LONG TERM STORAGE If the unit will be stored for an extended time, 1. Drain all gasoline from the gas tank into a container . Do not use gas that has been stored for more than 60 days. Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal, State, and Local regulations. 2. Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls. This ensures that all ga ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 26
CAUSE ACTION Oil in cutting head Clean the cutting attachment If further assistance is requir ed, contact your authorized service dealer . CAUSE ACTION Cutting head bound with grass Stop the engine and clean cutting attachment Cutting head out of line Refill with new line Inner reel bound up Replace the inner reel Cutting head dirty Clean inner ree ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 27
ENGINE Engine T ype . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air -Cooled, 4-Cycle Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 cu. in. (26.2 cc) Clutch T ype . ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 28
28 SECTION 11: P ARTS LIST FOR PPN 41AD26CC401 1 49 48A 48B 52 53 54 55 57 56 50 51 58 60 61 64 93 62 63 73 78 79 80 77 76 75 71 69 81 82 83 85 84 74 70 72 86 87 88 89 87 90 70 68 92 67 66 65 94 59 2 3 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 91 28 29 30 32 33 35 38 4 5 8 12 6 7 9 10 11 15 13 40 14 17 16 41 39 45 42 43 44 46 47 31 34 37 36 Reissued 5/02 ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 29
29 SECTION 11: P ARTS LIST FOR PPN 41AD26CC401 Item Part No. Description 1 753-04083 Engine Cover 2 791-182339 Engine Cover Screws 3 791-181025 Valve Cover Screw 4 791-182098 Valve Cover 5 791-182099 Valve Cover Gasket 6 791-182340 Rocker Adjustment Nut 7 791-182101 Rocker Arm Pivot 8 791-182100 Rocker Arm 9 791-181034 Hex Nut 10 791-182341 Rocker ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 30
30 SECTION 11: P ARTS LIST FOR PPN 41AD26CC401 Reissued 5/02 1 18 19 16 20 21 8 7 6 9 10 11 13 12 14 15 17 5 4 3 2 24 22 27 23 32 30 33 34 29 31 25 26 28 38 36 35 40 37 39 41 Item Part No. Description 1 791-182808 Throttle Housing and Trigger Assembly (includes 2 & 3) 2 791-BQ01604 Throttle Trigger Spring 3 791-182385 Throttle Trigger 4 791-182 ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 31
The California Air Resources Board, EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), and MTD Southwest Inc. (MTD) are pleased to explain the emission Control System Warranty on your 2000 and later small off-road engine. In California and the 49 states, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti- smog ...
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MTD YM26CS - page 32
MANUF ACTURER’S LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR: 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 ...
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