McCulloch MCT2303A User Manual

USER MANUAL

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Electric Grass Trimmer

Model : MCT2303A

SAFETY

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

ARNING • PLEASE READ

For your own safety please read this manual before attempting to operate your new unit. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious personal injury. Spend a few moments to familiarize yourself with your trimmer before each use.

inted in China

PN 6096-230305

INTRODUCTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION

PLEASE READ

Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a McCulloch product.With proper operation and maintenance, it will provide you with years of serv-

ice. In order to make the best use of your investment, be CERTAIN to familiarize yourself with the contents of the ENTIRE user

manual before attempting to operate and maintain your unit. Be sure to carefully follow the step-by-step instructions in this manual to start, operate and maintain your new product. In the manual there will be the following call-outs: NOTE:, WARNING / CAUTION and WARRANTY. A NOTE: is used to convey additional information, to highlight a particular explanation, or to expand a step description. A WARNING or CAUTION identifies a procedure which, if not undertaken or if improperly done, can result in serious person-

al injury and/or damage to the unit.

ARRANTY SYMBOL)

The void the warranty and repairs will be at owner’s expense.

Pay particular attention to the safety precautions. They are written for your protection and contain important information you must know to safely operate your trimmer.

FOR WARRANTY OR SERVICE CONTACT THE NEAREST McCULLOCH AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER - LOCATE YOUR

NEAREST SERVICE CENTER BY CALLING THE TOLL FREE NUMBER IN THIS MANUAL.

ves notice that unless instructions or procedures are followed, any damage caused will

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ASSIST HANDLE

SHAFT

ON/OFF TRIGGER

MOTOR HOUSING

REAR HANDLE

ATTACHMENT COUPLER

CORD RETAINER

AIR OPENINGS

PLUG FOR

EXTENSION CORD

DEBRIS SHIELD

REX STRING HEAD

SPECIFICATIONS

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120V~, 60Hz,6.75Amp

Input

No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,600/min

Cutting width Line Diameter

Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3 Kg (9.5 Lbs)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14” (355mm)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ø0.08”(2.0mm)

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2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS

VOLTS

EXTENSION CORD

LENGTH

WIRE SIZE REQ

UIRED

120

25 f

eet / 7.5m 18 A.W.G.*

50 f

eet / 15m 16 A.W.G.*

100 f

eet / 30m 16 A.W.G.*

American Wire Gauge

2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical trimmer, basic precautions should

ays be followed to assure maximum safety and optimum

alw performance. Read this manual before assembling and operating this trimmer. Failure to comply with instructions may result in electrical shock, burns, fire, or personal injury.

WARNING

2-1. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, BURNS, FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:

1. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed in

this manual before/during operation of this trimmer.

2. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this

equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

INSPECT UNIT FOR DAMAGE to the housing, cord

3. or plug. Keep all fasteners tight. Do not use if the switch does not turn the unit off properly. Never use unit if cord or plug has been damaged, the motor or unit itself is not working as it should or has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped in water. Never operate with any air opening blocked. Keep air openings free of debris that may reduce air flow. Replace damaged parts that are chipped, cracked or damaged in any way.

5. EXTENSION CORD - Use only with an extension cord

DOUBLE INSULATED to help protect against

electric shock. Double insulation construction consists of 2 separate “layers” of electric insulation. Trimmers built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged into any conventional 120 volt electrical outlet. Normal safety precautions must be observed when operating an electrical trimmer. The double insulation system is only for added protection against injury resulting from a possible internal electrical insulation failure.

intended for outdoor use. Match wire gauge to the cord length. See table below. A 2-wire cord without a ground connection may be used since this trimmer is double insulated. If in doubt of proper wire size, use the next heavier gauge. Please note that the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

12. USE TRIMMER CORRECTLY - Use this trimmer only

for its intended use as described in this manual. DO NOT SWEEP WITH TRIMMER - Sweeping refers to tilting str ways, etc. Your trimmer is a powerful tool and small stones or other such debris may be hurled 50 feet or more, causing injury or damage to nearby property such as automobiles, homes and windows. Inspect

Table 1

a. When using the trimmer, an extension cord of ade-

quate size must be used for safety and to prevent loss of power and overheating.

b. The extension cord must be specifically intended for

outdoor use and marked “SJ” or “SJT” and with the suffix “WA”. In Canada, the extension cord must be marked “SFTW”.

c. Inspect extension power cord for loose or exposed

wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace before using trimmer.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never carry trimmer by cord or pull cord to disconnect from outlet. Keep cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cord to heated surfaces, oil or water. Do not pull cord around sharp edges, corners or close door on cord.

6. NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - Your dou-

ble insulated trimmer has no serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. For service information, contact the McCulloch Product Service Department listed on the back cover of this User Manual.

7. RISK OF EYE INJURY - Always wear goggles or

other suitable eye protection when operating your

Edging increases the risk of injury caused by

immer

tr flying debris. Always keep bystanders at a safe dis-

tance

KEEP HANDS AND FEET A

Do not operate without guard attached.

9. DRESS PR

and glo pants, sandals or go barefoot.

10.

KEEP AREA CLEAR - K children and pets a Turn off unit immediately if you are approached. Never

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11.

AVOID A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT - Do not use in the presence of flammab smoking or b or explosion. Never operate the trimmer in wet or damp conditions or around swimming pools, hot tub,

Do not use in r

etc. trimmer with wet hands

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void creating a fire

area before starting the trimmer to remove debris and other objects that can cause damage during operation. DO NOT USE ACCESSORIES or attachments except

13. as recommended and provided by McCulloch. Do not use any type of wire or metal cutting line. DO NOT OVERREACH - Keep firm footing and bal-

14. ance at all times

VOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING

15. A plugged in trimmer with your finger on the switch. DISCONNECT trimmer from power supply when not

16. in use and before servicing stringhead. STORE idle trimmer indoors. Trimmer should be

17. stored in a dry, high or locked up place - out of the reach of children.

18. Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the trimmer. Don’t use force - it will do the job better and with less

19. likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

Use of these personal saf highly recommended to reduce the risk of accidental injur

inghead to sweep away debris from walk-

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ety items is

Read the User Manual.

2-1

2-2. EXPLANATION OF NOTE, WARNING,

and WARRANTY SYMBOL

1. A NOTE is used to convey additional information, or

highlight a particular explanation, or to expand a step instruction.

2. A WARNING identifies a procedure which, if not

undertaken or if improperly done, can result in a serious personal injury or damage to the unit and/or both.

3. (WARRANTY SYMBOL) serves notice that

unless instructions or procedures are followed, any damage will void the warranty and repairs will be at owner’s expense. Service other than user maintenance should be performed by a McCulloch Authorized Service Center. Damage or conditions caused by improper maintenance practices which render this product inoperable will void the manufacturer’s warranty. FOR WARRANTY OR SERVICE contact the nearest

4. McCulloch Authorized Service Center.

2-3. INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

1. Read the User Manual (Figure 2-1).

2. Use of these personal safety items is highly recommended to reduce the risk of accidental injury (Figure 2-2).

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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3 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: The only assembly required for your trimmer is to install the edge guide wheel, debris shield and adjust the assist handle.

3-1. DEBRIS SHIELD INSTALLATION

1. Position the motor housing with string head carrier facing up (Figure 3-1A).

2. Place the debris shield (A) on the tube so the holes align with the slots on the bracket (B)(Figure 3-1B).

3. Install the Shield knob and nut (C) and tighten securely.

3-2. REX DISPOSABLE CUTTING HEAD

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

INSTALLATION

1. Unplug unit.

2. Position the unit with the string head carrier facing up

3. Align disposable string head locking tabs with corresponding slots in carrier as shown (Figure 3-2A).

4. With firm pressure push disposable string head onto carrier until an audible click is heard.

REMOVAL

1. Unplug unit.

2. Press yellow button on side of string head to eject used REX disposab

le string head (Figure 3-2B).

3-3. INSTALLING THE ATTACHMENT

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury, shut unit off before removing or installing attachment. NOTE: To make installing or removing the attachment easier, place the unit on the ground or on a work bench.

1. Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen (Fig. 3-3A).

2. While firmly holding the attachment, push it straight into the coupler until the release button appears in the primary hole of the coupler. (Fig.3-3B)

3. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten. (Fig. 3-3C)

CAUTION

The release button must be in the primary hole and the knob securely tightened before operating this unit.

All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise indicated in the specific attachments operators manual. If the incorrect hole is used, it could result in injury, or damage to the unit.

NOTE: Turn attachment rotating parts by hand to and fro to have the attachment shaft connect to the powerhead drive shaft slot more easily.

Knob

3-3C

3-1A

3-1B

3-2A

3-2B

Coupler

Knob

3-3A

Release Button

Primary Hole

Upper Shaft Housing

3-3B

Attachment

4 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4-1. CONNECT THE CORD

1. Ensure the cord is NOT plugged into a receptacle before this procedure.

2. Make a loop with 8”- 10” (20 - 25cm) of the end of the extension cord.

3. Place the loop into the slots (A) under the motor housing and lock into place as shown in Figure 4-1.

4. Connect the extension cord to the trimmer.

5. Plug the extension cord into a receptacle ONLY when you are ready to operate the trimmer.

4-3. TRIMMER OPERATION

1. TRIMMING / MOWING (Figure 4-3A). Swing trimmer

with a sickle-like motion from side to side. Do not tilt

inghead during the procedure. Test area to be

the str trimmed for proper cutting height. Keep stringhead at same level for even depth of cut.

3. FENCE/FOUNDATION TRIMMING. Approach trim-

ming around chain link f walls and foundations slowly to cut close without whipping string against the barrier. If the string comes in contact with rock, brick walls, or foundations, it will break or fray. If string snags fencing, it will snap off.

TRIMMING AROUND TREES. Trim around tree trunks with a slow approach so string does not contact bark. Walk around the tree trimming from left to right. Approach grass or weeds with the tip of the string and tilt stringhead slightly forward.

SCALPING Scalping refers to removal of all vegeta-

5. tion down to the ground. To do this, tilt the stringhead to about a 30 degree angle to the left. By adjusting the handle you will have better control during this operation. Always keep a distance of 50 feet (15 meters) from other people and animals when scalping. Do not attempt this procedure if there is any chance flying debris could injure operator, other people or cause damage to property.

SWEEPING - DO NOT SWEEP WITH TRIMMER

6. (Figure 4-3C)

ences, picket fences, rock

4-1

4-2. ADJUST THE ASSIST HANDLE

NOTE: The assist handle is attached to the shaft but has been turned under for packing

1. Loosen adjustment knob and rotate handle to the top of shaft (Figure 4-2).

2. Tighten adjustment knob securely.

4-2

4-3A

CLOSER TRIMMING (Figure 4-3B). Position trimmer

2. straight ahead with a slight tilt so bottom of stringhead is above ground level and string contact occurs at proper cutting point. Always cut away from operator. Do not pull trimmer in toward operator.

4-3C

4-3B

5 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

6 - ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRNATY

5-1. STRINGHEAD

1. Use only appropriate REX replacement accessories.

2. Always clean dirt and debris from the spool and hub ior to, when the unit is idle, and after performing any

pr type of maintenance.

5-2. USER MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILI-

TIES

1. This has no internal serviceable parts. Do not

attempt any repairs. Doing so could create a haz-

ard and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

2. Unplug the power cord before cleaning or performing

maintenance or removing or installing REX string head.

3. Never douse trimmer with liquid or squirt with a gar-

den hose. Clean with a damp sponge.

4. Keep air openings on the motor housing free from any

debris to avoid overheating.

1. DURATION

The duration of the warranty for this McCulloch product is as follows: ONE (1) YEAR from date of original purchase only when used for personal, family, household, farm or ranch, purposes, provided the unit is not used for rental purposes; NINETY (90) DAYS from date of original purchase when used for commercial, professional, institutional or rental purposes. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. MCCULLOCH CORPORATION HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AFTER THE APPLICABLE EXPIRATION DATES OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.)

2. WHO GIVES THIS WARRANTY

McCulloch U.S.A 1-800-521-8559 10715 Springdale Avenue, Unit 2, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA

3. WHO RECEIVES THIS WARRANTY

A. The buyer (other than for purposes of resale) of the McCulloch Product. B. Any person to whom such product is lawfully transferred within the duration of the implied or written warranty applica-

ble to the product.

C. Any other person who is entitled by the terms of the warranty or under applicable state law to enforce against the

Warrantor the obligation of the warranty. (The above mentioned parties are hereinafter referred to as “User.”)

4. WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY

Any failure that occurs within the applicable duration of the warranty period that is the result of defects in materials or workmanship.

5. WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY

A. Any incidental or consequential damages that may result from the failure or malfunction of the McCulloch product.

(Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you.)

B. Any failure that results from an accident, User abuse, neglect or failure to operate the product in accordance with the

instructions provided in the User Manual(s) supplied with the product, or that results from improper servicing by an

unauthorized repair facility. C. Normal adjustments which are explained in the User Manual(s) provided with the product. D. Any component(s) or accessories not sold or manufactured by the Warrantor. E. Predelivery setup or assembly of units.

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6. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE WARRANTOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY

A. Repair or replace components which have failed within the duration of the applicable warranty period at no cost to the

User.

. Ensure that the authorized repair station is reimbursed for parts and labor costs incurred due to performance of a war-

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7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE USER UNDER THIS WARRANTY

A. The User must deliver or ship the McCulloch product covered under this warranty to the dealer from whom it was orig-

inally purchased or to the nearest Authorized Service Center. Proof of purchase is required. B. Freight costs, if any, will be borne by the user.

Use reasonable care in maintenance, operations and storage of the product as explained in the User Manual(s).

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B. Repair time which exceeds ten (10) days from the time the product was delivered to the servicing agent will extend

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the warranty coverage by the number of days the product remains inoperable.

. If User does not receive satisfactory results from local servicing outlet, User must contact McCulloch Corporation, by

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