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Please do not return unit to retailer.
Por favor, no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra.
Veuillez ne pas retourner l’outil au détaillant.
1-800-554-6723
www.weedeater.com
Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operador
Manuel de L’utilisateur
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
TWIST N’ EDGE
XT 35
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Frigidaire Home Products, Augusta, GA 30907
WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
530083927 05/03/99
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FRANÇAIS
SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
pliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is
responsible for following unit and manual
instructionsand warnings.Read entireOperator’s Manual b efore using unit! Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the unit. Restrict theuse of this unit to persons
who read, understand, and follow unit and
manual instructions and warnings. Never allow children to operate this unit.
When using gardening ap-
Safety information on the unit
DANGER: Never use blades, wire or
flailing devices. Unitis designed for line trimmer
use only. Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury.
WARNING:Trimmer line throws objects
violently. You and others can be blinded/injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protection.
Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Safety Glasses or similar eye protection
Hazard Zone
Boots
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50
feet (15 meters) away. If approached stop unit
immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgement. If you
need assistance, contact your Authorized
Service Dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S Always wear safety eye protection.
S Always wearlong pants,long sleeves, boots,
and gloves. Wearingsafety leg guards is recommended. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
50 ft.
(15 m)
S Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill,
upset, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
S Wear hearing protection if you use this unit
for more than 1-1/2 hours per day.
S Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S Disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance except carburetor adjustments.
S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts
before each use. Look for and repair fuel
leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
S Replace trimmer headparts thatare chipped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end
supported to prevent line from contacting any
object.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended WEED EATER ac-
cessories and replacement parts.
FUEL SAFETY
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
S Wipe up all fuel spills .
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before remov-
ing fuel cap.
CUTTING SAFETY
S Use only for trimming, mowing, and sweep-
ing. Do not use for edging, pruning, or hedge
trimming.
S Inspect the area before each use. Remove
objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.)
which canbe thrown by or become entangled
in line. Hard objects can damage trimmer
head and be thrown causing serious injury.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
S Keep all parts of your body away from spin-
ning line and muffler. Keep engine below
waist level. A hot muf fler can cause serious
burns.
S Cutting with the line on left side of the shield
will throw debris away from the operator.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before
storing or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbu-
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