Weed Eater 530087724 User Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Manual del Operador

Manuel de L’utilisateur

BARRACUDA

IMPORTANT MANUAL -- Do not throw away MANUAL IMPORTANTE -- No lo descarte MANUEL IMPORTANT -- À Conserver

ENGLISH

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ESPAÑOL

WARNING:

warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Always wear eye protection.

ADVERTENCIA:

las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.

A VERTISSEMENT:

respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

Electrolux Home Products, Augusta, GA 30907

WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.

Read the operator’s manual and follow all

Lea el manual del operador y siga todas

Lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien

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SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

Read your Operator ’s Manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety instructions before operating the unit.

Restrict your unit to users who understand and will follow all warnings and safety instructions in this manual.

PLAN AHEAD

Always wear eye protection when operating, servicing, or performing maintenance on your unit. Wearing eye protection will help to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should meet the requirements of ANSI Z87.1.

Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.

Always wear respirator or face mask when working with unit in dusty environments.

Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill, upset, orif you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Keep children, bystanders, and animals away from work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 m) when starting or operating unit. Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.

Inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE

Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.

Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; and use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.

Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the unit.

Make sure the unit is properly assembled and in good operating condition.

Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running.

Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills before starting engine.

Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel and fueling site before starting engine.

Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY

WARNING:

opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades.

Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order.

Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.

Never start or run engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating the unit.

Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator.

Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present.

Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.

Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.

Never run unit without the proper equipment attached. When using your unit as a blower, always install blower tubes. When using your unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly. Make sure vacuum bag assembly is completely zipped.

Check air intake opening, blower tubes, vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently, always with the engine stopped and the spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.

Never place any object in the air intake opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.

Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or other substances which may contain toxic materials.

To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.

Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

Stop the engine before

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MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

Have all maintenance other than the recommended procedures described in the Operator’s Manual performed by your Service Dealer.

Disconnect spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

Use only recommended WEED EATER replacement parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit.

Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit. Use upfuel left in carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.

Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those recommended by the manufacturer for use with your unit.

Do not store the unit or fuel ina closed area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

Store in a dry area out of reach of children.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

Forest Land and in some states, including California(Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal combustion engines operated on forest, brush, and/or grass covered land in the above areas are required to be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine must be constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements is a violation of the law. This unit is not factory equipped with a spark arrestor; however, a spark arrestor is available as an optional part. If a spark arrestor is required in your area, contact your Authorized Service Dealer for the correct kit. The spark arrestor, blower tubes, and nozzles must be assembled to the unit to be in full compliance with the regulations.

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 swelling. 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 antivibration 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.

For users on U.S.

Exposure to vibra-

SAFETY RULES

ASSEMBLY

PREPARATION

WARNING:

sure the impeller blades have stopped turning before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum tubes. The rotating blades can cause serious injury.

WARNING:

assembled, check each step to insure your unit is properly assembled. Follow all safety information in the manual and on the unit.

Stop the engine and be

If you receive your unit

BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

Assemble the blower tube and nozzle to the unit (turn clockwise to tighten).

Blower

Blower Tube

Outlet

Nozzle

SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY (for blower use only)

Pass the shoulder strap over your head and onto your left shoulder.

Snap the hook onto the retainer on the top handle.

Retainer

VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and insert the elbow tube.

Push the end of the elbow tube with the grooves through the small bag tube opening. Make sure the bag tube opening is flush against large raised rib on the tube.

Close the zipper on the bag. Make sure the zipper is closed completely and the zipper seam is tucked toward inside of the bag.

Raised Rib

Zipper Opening

Bag Tube Opening

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