Weed Eater 530087310 User Manual
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Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operador
Manuel de L’utilisateur
XT 200/XT 25
FeatherLitet Series
Wild Thingt WT21
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 del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.
A VERTISSEMENT:
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.
530087310
2/16/00
FRANÇAIS
SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
appliances, 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!
is responsible for following unit and manual
instructions and warnings. Read entire
Operator’s 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 read, understand, and
follow unit and manual instructions and
warnings. Never allow children to operate
this unit.
OPERATORS
MANUAL
DANGER:
flailing devices. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Use of any other
accessories or attachments will increase the
risk of injury.
WARNING:
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
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 judgment. If
you need assistance, contact your
Authorized Service Dealer or call
1--800--554--6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
Always wear safety eye protection.
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Always wear long pants, long sleeves,
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boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg
When using gardening
Operator
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
Never use blade, wire or
Trimmer line throws objects
Hazard Zone
50 ft.
(15 m)
guards is recommended. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
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.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired,
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ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medication.
Wear hearing protection if you use this unit
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for more than 1 1/2 hours per day.
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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UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Disconnect the spark plug before
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performing maintenance except carburetor
adjustments.
Look for and replace damaged or loose
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parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks before use. Keep in good
working condition.
Replace trimmer head parts that are
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chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
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shown in this manual.
Make carburetor adjustments with lower
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end supported to prevent line from
contacting any object.
Keep others away when making carburetor
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adjustments.
Use only recommended WEED EATER
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accessories and replacement parts.
FUEL SAFETY
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 unit.
Wipe up all fuel spills.
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Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
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fueling site before starting engine.
Stop engine and allow to cool before
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removing fuel cap.
CUTTING SAFETY
Use only for trimming, mowing, and
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sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning,
or hedge trimming.
Inspect the area before each use. Remove
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objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
etc.) which can be thrown by or become
entangled in line. Hard objects can damage
trimmer head and be thrown causing
serious injury.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
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overreach.
Keep all parts of your body away from
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spinning line and muffler. Keep engine
below waist level. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
Cutting with the line on left side of the shield
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will throw debris away from the operator.
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TRANSPORTING AND
STORAGE
Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before
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storing or transporting in vehicle.
Empty the fuel tank before storing or
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transporting the unit. Use up fuel left in the
carburetor by starting the engine and letting
it run until it stops.
Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel
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vapors cannot reach sparks oropen flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
Store unit so line limiter cannot accidentally
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cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.
Store the unit out of the reach of children.
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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:
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler
and spark arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines to
be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If
you operate in a locale where such
regulations exist, you are legally responsible
for installing and maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a
violation of the law. If a spark arrestor is
required in your area, contact your
Authorized Service Dealer for the proper kit.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
vibrations 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 offeeling 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 condition of this tool.
This unit is not
Exposure to
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
properly assembled and all fasteners are
secure.
ADJUST THE HANDLE
Loosen wing nut on handle.
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Rotate handle to upright position and
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tighten in a comfortable position between
Make sure your unit is
the trigger and the safety label on the tube.
Tighten handle securely.
ATTACH THE SHIELD
WARNING:
installed. The shield provides partial
protection from the risk of thrown objects to
the operator and others and is equipped with
a line limiter which cuts excess line. The line
limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and
can cut you.
Assemble your shield (Style A or Style B) as
shown.
STYLE A
Insert bracket into slot in shield. Tighten
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securely.
Shield
STYLE B
Assemble parts as shown; Tighten securely.
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NOTE: Remove
and use washer and
wing nut from this
bolt for assembling
shield.
The shield must be properly
Slot
Bracket
Shield
Wing Nut
Washer
FUEL YOUR UNIT
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
with a good quality 2--cycle air-- cooled engine
oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is
recommended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by
mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of
unleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel follow
the instructions printed on the container.
Always read and follow the safety rules under
FUEL SAFETY.
STARTING
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
Push and hold engine stop switch in the
position until the unit has fully stopped.
or OFF
STOP
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