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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
1000E
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
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 de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.
A VERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products
North America
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
Augusta, GA 30907
CopyrightE2001 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
530086783
FRANÇAIS
10/12/01
SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous!
is responsible for following instructions and
warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire
instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit
to persons who have read, understand and
will follow the instructions and warnings on
the unit and in the manual. Never allow children to operate this unit.
When using gardening
Operator
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
OPERATOR SAFETY
DANGER:
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADE
AND CUTTING AREA. Do not attempt to
clear away cut material or hold material to be
cut when the blade is in motion. Make sure
powerhead is stopped and spark plug wire is
disconnected (or powerhead is disconnected
from power source) when removing jammed
material from the cutting blade. Do not grab or
hold attachment by the cutting blade.
Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses
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or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing maintenance on your unit (safety
glasses are available). Eye protection should
be marked Z87.
Always wear face or dust mask if operation is
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dusty.
Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
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boots, and gloves.
Always wear foot protection. Do not go bare-
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foot or wear sandals.
Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
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or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
Being fully covered also helps protect you
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from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning blade.
Stay alert. Do not operate when you are tired,
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ill, upset, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication. Watch w hatyou are doing; use common sense.
Wear hearing protection.
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Never start or run inside a closed room or
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building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
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Only operate unit with handlebar installed.
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Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
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Never direct discharge of material toward by-
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standers nor allow anyone near the area of
operation. Use care in directing discharge to
avoid glass enclosures, automobiles, and the
like.
RISK OF CUT. KEEP
FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheads)
Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
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Keep away from sparks or flames.
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Use a container approved for fuel.
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Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
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the powerhead.
Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills
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before starting the powerhead.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
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fueling site before starting powerhead engine.
Stop engine and allow to cool before remov-
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ing fuel cap.
Remove fuel cap slowly.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric
powerheads)
WARNING:
ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs,
etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to
avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Do
not handle extension cord plug or unit with wet
hands.
Use only a voltage supply as shown on the
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nameplate of the unit.
Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in
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presence of flammable liquids or gases to
avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.
Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use
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in unventilated areas or where dust or explosive vapors can build up.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use ex-
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tension cords specifically marked as suitable
for outdoor appliances. The electrical rating of
the cordmust not be less than the rating of the
unit. The cord must be marked with the suffix
“W-A” (in Canada, “W”). Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. An undersized extension cord will
causeadropinlinevoltageresultinginlossof
power and overheating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord.
Do not use multiple cords.
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The powerhead may have a polarized plug
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(one blade is wider than the other); if so, it will
require the use of a polarized extension cord.
The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the
plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized
wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized
wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fit
fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the pr oper wall outlet. Do not change
the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
Do not attempt to repairunit. Inspect the insu-
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lation and connectors on the powerhead and
Avoid a dangerous envi-
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extension cord before each use. If there is
any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by your authorized service dealer .
Do not pull or carry by cord; do not use cord
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as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces. Do not unplug by
pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
Do not use the powerhead if the switch does
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not turn the unit on and off properly. Have the
unit repaired by your authorized service dealer.
Keep the extension cord clear of operator and
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obstacles at all times. Do not expose cords to
heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.
Avoid any body contact with any grounded
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conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes, to
avoid the possibility of electric shock. Don’t
handle plug or unit with wet hands.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If pow-
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erhead is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
into water, return it to your authorized service
for repair.
Ground Fault Cir cuit Interrupter (GFCI)
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protection should be provided on the circuit or
outlet to be used for the powerhead. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI
protection and may be used for this measure
of safety.
Your powerhead should be double insulated
to help protect against electric shock. Double
insulation construction consists of two separate “layers” of electrical insulation instead of
grounding. Tools and appliances built with a
double insulation system are not intended to
be grounded. Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool.
The double insulation system only provides
added protection against injury resulting from
an internal electrical insulation failure.
WARNING:
powerhead, including housing, switch, motor,
etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts
for adouble insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double insulated appliance is marked with the words
“double insulation” or “double insulated”. The
symbol
be marked on the appliance. Failure to have
the unit repaired by your authorized service
dealer can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in
serious injury.
(square within a square) may also
All repairs to an electric
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING:
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from
power source) before performing maintenance.
Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace
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damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make
sure all fasteners are in place and securely
fastened.
Disconnect powerhead
Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
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cedures.
Throw away blades that are bent, warped,
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cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
Use only recommended Weed Eater!parts
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and accessories. Never use wire, wire
rope, string, flailing devices, etc.
Be sure blade stops turning when engine
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idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS section of powerhead manual).
Remove the blade before making carburetor
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adjustments. Hold the unit by hand. Do not
make carburetor adjustments from the blade
side of the unit.
Keep others away when making carburetor
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adjustments.
Never start the unit with the clutch housing re-
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moved. The clutch can fly off and cause serious injury.
Have all maintenance and service not ex-
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plained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer .
If blade strikes a foreign object, follow these
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steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug
wire (or disconnect from power source), inspect for damage, and repairany damage before resuming operation of the unit.
EDGING SAFETY
WARNING:
edged before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)
which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
Keep others including children, animals, by-
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standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop the unit immediately if you
are approached.
Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
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reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
Always keep the wheel in contact with the
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ground.
Keep all parts of your body away from the
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blade and muffler .
Always push the unit slowly over the ground.
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Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in the
terrain, large roots, etc.
Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs ex-
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plained in this manual. Use only for edging.
Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet
locations.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow exces-
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sive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate
on the attachment.
Objects struck by the cutting member can
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cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn
should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to edging.
Never operate without blade shield in place.
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Inspect the area to be
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Safety
Glasses
Blades move
momentarily
after the
trigger is
released.
Instruction
Manual
Boots
Allow blades to stop
before removing them
from the cut.
Thrown
Objects
Safety Decals
WARNING:
Blades can throw objects violently.
You can be blinded or injured.
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Wear safety glasses and boots.
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WARNING:
Hazard zone for thrown objects.
Blades can throw objects violently.
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Others can be blinded or injured.
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Keep people and animals 50 feet
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(15 m) away.
WARNING:
Blades move momentarily after the
trigger is released.
The blades can seriously cut you or
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others.
Allow blades to stop before
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removing them from the cut.
WARNING:
Read Instruction Manual.
Follow all warnings and instructions.
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Failure to do so can result in
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serious injury.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.
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Stop powerhead before leaving work area.
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Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool before
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storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
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cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa-
ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-
naces, etc.
Store attachment so blade cannot accidental-
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ly cause injury.
Store attachment indoors, out of reach of chil-
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dren.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
tions through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
Exposure to vibra-
tion of this unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
STANDARDS:
cordance with UL Standard 1602, “Gasoline--Engine--Powered, Rigid --Cutting--Member ,
Edgers and Edger Trimmers,” only when used with the following models:
31cc Powerhead (with trimmer attachment) 31WG............................
This edger attachment is Listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., in ac-
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.
NOTE:
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
If you need assistance or find parts
TOOLS REQUIRED
Hex wrench (provided)
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HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY
DANGER:
serious injury, the barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed as shown on the upper tube of the powerhead to provide a barrier
between operator and the spinning blade. Attach tube clamp above arrow on safety warning decal on the upper tube (powerhead end
of unit). Ensure handlebar is positioned on
handlebar clamp between the arrows on the
handlebar decal.
NOTE:
spacer tabs attached. These tabs are provided to adapt this attachment for use with
powerheads that have a 1"diameter upper
tube (the tube clamp will not tighten down securely on the 1"diameter upper tube without
using these spacer tabs). The tabs must be
broken off completely before use and placed
over the screw holes on the clamp base.
These tabs are not needed for powerheads
with a 7/8"upper tube.
The tube clamp base has four
HANDLEBAR CLAMP BASE
Spacer Tabs
Spacer Tabs
positioned for use
on 1"diameter
upper tube
If received assembled,
RISK O F CUT. To a v o i d
1. Place the tube clamp over the upper tube
above the arrow on the safety decal.
2. Position the clamp base under the upper
tube and align the tube clamp and clamp
base screw holes (use spacer tabs between tube clamp and clamp base if necessary to secure clamp, i.e. for 1"diameter upper tube).
Handlebar
POWERHEAD
END
Handlebar Clamp
between arrows on
handlebar decal
Clamp
Knob
Tube
Clamp
Arrow on
Safety Decal
ATTACHMENT
END
3. Insert the four screws into the screw
holes.
4. Secure tube clamp by tightening screws
with the hex wrench.
5. Position the handlebar as shown, ensuring the handlebar is positioned on the handlebar clamp between the arrows on the
handlebar decal.
6. Retighten handlebar by turning clamp
knob clockwise until handlebar is secure
and stationary in clamp (clamp knob cannot be overtightened).
Clamp
Base
Screws
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR EDGER ATTACHMENT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDGER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself with the
location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Depth Adjustment Knob
Locking Lever
Gearbox
BLADE
The BLADE is designed to cut sod.
LOCKING LEVER
The LOCKING LEVER is used to prevent the
blade shaft from turning during blade replacement.
OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler
which enables optional attachments to be
installed. The optional attachments are:
Cultivator
Blower
Brushcutter
WARNING:
erhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead
from power source) before removing or installing attachments.
Always disconnect pow-
MODEL:
2000T...................
3000B......................
4000C.................
REMOVING ATTACHMENT
CAUTION:
tachments, place the powerhead and attachment on a flat surface for stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Lower
Attachment
When removing or installing at-
Upper Tube
Coupler
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Knob
Hanger
Tube
Blade Shield
Wheel
Edger Blade
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB is used
to adjust the wheel for blade cutting depth.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler
Lower Attachment
3. While securely holding the upper tube, pull
the attachment straight out of the coupler.
Upper Tube
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of upper tube coupler.
Tube
Primary Hole
Guide Recess
Locking/
Release
Button
Attachment
Coupler
Upper
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
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4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely by turning clockwise.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for storage
when attachment is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until the
locking/release button snaps into the hole.
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
Eye Protection
Long Pants
Heavy Shoes
Allow the engine to warm up before you begin
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edging.
Increase the engine speed before placing the
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blade in the cut. For best results, run the engine at full throttle while cutting.
Always work going away from people and
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solid objects such as walls, large stones,
trees, automobiles, etc.
Be carefulwhen edging near trees or valuable
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plants. The high speed metal blade may cut
roots and cause damage to the plants.
If the blade stalls, immediately move the unit
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back slightly to allow the blade to restart. If the
blade continues to stall, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and inspect for blockage or damage.
WARNING:
clean. Always release the throttle trigger,
move the powerhead ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position, disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source),
and make sure the blade has completely
stopped turning before cleaning.
Keep the blade area
SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH
When operating unit, stand as shown and
check for the following:
Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
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Keep right arm slightly bent with right hand
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holding the trigger handle of powerhead.
Keep left arm extended with left hand hold-
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ing the handlebar.
Keep unit below waist level.
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Adjust edger wheel for proper cut depth.
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WARNING:
the edger wheel when the unit is in operation.
Always stop the powerhead, wait until the
blade stops turning, and disconnect the spark
plug (or disconnect powerhead from power
source) before making adjustments.
Never attempt to adjust
EDGING
As youbecome familiar with useof your edger
attachment, you will be able to determine your
own operating pace. Conditions such as
depth of cut and material being cut will regulate the speed and time required for your edging job.
WARNING:
the cut depth when the engine is running. Always release the throttle trigger, wait until the
blade stops turning, move the powerhead
ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, and disconnect spark plug (or disconnect from power source) before making adjustments.
Depth Adjustment
Knob
1. Loosen the depth adjustment knob.
2. Slide the wheel to the desired position.
Raising the wheel will increase the cut-
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ting depth.
Lowering the wheel will decrease the
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cutting depth.
3. Tighten the depth adjustment knob se-
curely.
Never attempt to adjust
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
connect spark plug wire (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing
maintenance.
Always stop unit and dis-
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for replacement of damaged or worn parts.
Blade Shield -- Discontinue use of edger if
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blade shield is damaged.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
Blade nut
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Fasteners
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INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
After each use, inspect complete unit for
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loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
BLADE REPLACEMENT
WARNING:
spin after the engine stops or after the throttle
trigger has been released. To avoid serious
injury, make sure the blade has stopped
coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source)
before performing work on the blade.
WARNING:
when handling or performing maintenance on
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharpand
can cut you even when it is not moving.
The blade will continue to
Wear protective gloves
BLADE MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
to spin after the engine stops or after the
throttle trigger has been released. To avoid
serious injury, make sure the blade has
stopped coasting and disconnect the spark
plug (or disconnect powerhead from power
source) before performing work on the blade.
WARNING:
that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way. Never attempt to
straighten and reuse a damaged blade. Use
only specified replacement blade. Wear protective gloves when handling or performing
maintenance on the blade to help avoid injury.
The blade is reversible. When the cutting
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edge on one side becomes worn, turn the
blade over (see BLADE REPLACEMENT
in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
section).
Check blade for flatness periodically. Lay
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the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flatness. Throw away a blade that is not flat.
2. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever falls
into one of the grooves in the dust cup.
3. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
keep the shaft from turning while loosening
the blade nut.
4. Remove the blade nut, both washers, and
the blade from the blade shaft.
Blade shield
The blade will continue
Always replace a blade
Blade
Washers
Locking Lever
1. To remove the blade, push in locking lever
and hold.
Blade
Shaft
5. Install new blade onto blade shaft.
6. Reinstall both washers and blade nut.
7. Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench.
8. Release locking lever.
9. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds
against the shield, or appears to be uneven, the blade is not centered, and you
must reinstall.
Blade nut
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STORAGE
WARNING:
steps after each use:
Allow attachment and gearbox to cool be-
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fore storing or transporting.
Store attachment with blade shield in place.
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Position attachment so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.
Store the attachment in a dry, well venti-
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lated area out of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare attachment for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your edger attachment is to be stored for a
period of time:
Clean the entire attachment.
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Inspect the blade shield area and clean any
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dirt, grass, leaves, or debris that has collected. Inspect the blade and blade shield; replace a blade that is bent, warped, cracked,
broken or damaged in any other way.
Perform the following
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS
NORTH AMERICA, Division of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
purchaser that each new
brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from
defects in material and workmanship and
agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or attachment as follows from the original date of
purchase.
2 YEARS
household purposes.
90 DA YS
commercial, professional, or income producing purposes.
30 DAYS
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or the use
of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by
HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA
this tool. Additionally, this warranty does not
cover tune-ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting
line, or rotating head parts that will wear and
require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period. This warranty does
not cover predelivery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual.
-- Parts and Labor, when used for
-- Parts and Labor, when used for
-- Parts and Labor, if used for rental
, warrants to the original
Weed Eater
ELECTROLUX
for
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Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
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Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of
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the blade; wrap it in heavy paper or cloth.
Check entire attachment for loose screws
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or nuts. Replace any damaged, worn or
broken parts.
At the beginning of the next season, use
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only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL
BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED
HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS
NORTH AMERICA’S
ously improve its products. Therefore, E
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
AMERICA
modify, or discontinue models, designs,
specifications, and accessories of all products at any time without notice or obligation to
any purchaser.
reserves the right to change,
policy is to continu-
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