En glish esp a Ñ o l franÇais danger: read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Peligro: lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar...
2 safety rules warning: when using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Danger: this power tool can be dan- gerous! This unit can cause serious injury in- cluding amputation or blindness to the opera- tor and others. ...
3 s never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. S keep handles free of oil and fuel. S always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see assembly). Unit/maintenance safety warning: stop unit and disconnect the spar...
4 locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operat- ing condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend ...
5 1. Locate the decal on the handlebar. This decal includes two arrows. Position the handlebar on the mounting bracket be- tween these arrows. 2. Position the bracket cover over the han- dlebar. Again make sure the handlebar is between the arrows. 3. Insert screws and hand tighten only. These screws...
6 note: if your unit has a plastic cover over the threads on the threaded shaft, remove the cov- ering to expose the threads. Before installing the trimmer head, make sure the dust cup and retaining washer are positioned on the gear- box as shown below. Wing nut retaining washer dust cup bracket slo...
7 teeth on blade point in this direction top view of blade note: the dust cup and retaining washer are located on the gearbox and not in the parts bag. All other fasteners mentioned in the fol- lowing assembly steps are in the parts bag. 1. Remove the retainer washer from the gearbox, and leave the ...
8 operation know your brushcutter read this instruction manual and safety rules before operating your unit. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Primer bulb line limiter blad...
9 how to start your unit warning: the blade or trimmer head will turn while starting the engine. Avoid any contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. Note: a special feature called the “throttle lock” holds the throttle trigger in the depressed position during starting. 1. Lock...
10 s hold throttle grip with your right hand with finger on throttle trigger. S keep unit below waist level. S keep shoulder strap pad centered on your left shoulder and danger sign centered on your back. S maintain full weight of tool on your left shoul- der. S without bending over, keep the blade ...
11 into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool. Sweeping -- the fanning action of the rotating line can be used to blow away loose debris from an area. Keep the line parallel to and above the area surface and swing the tool from side to side. Operating instructions for use with ...
12 maintenance warning: disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. Check for loose fasteners and parts s spark plug boot s air filter s housing screws s handlebar screws s debris shield check for damaged or worn parts contact an authorized service deal...
13 warning: when installing the metal insert, you must install from the inside of the trim- mer head. If installed on the outside of the trim- mer head, this insert can fly off and become a dangerous missile. Metal insert 8. Once line is passed through the exit hole, place the spool in the trimmer h...
14 trouble cause remedy engine will not start. 1. Engine flooded. 2. Fuel tank empty. 3. Spark plug not firing. 4. Fuel not reaching carburetor. 5. Carburetor requires adjustment. 1. See “starting a flooded engine” in operation section. 2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 3. Install new spark pl...
15 limited warranty electrolux home products, inc., warrants to the original purchaser that each new weed eater " " " " brand gasoline tool or at- tachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or attachmen...
16 your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call poulan/weed eater at 1--800--554--6723. Warranty period: any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled only for regular inspectio...
