Weed Eater 530163906 User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

XT260

FX26

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

For Occasional Use Only

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.

AVERTISSEMENT:

Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements ettoutes les instructions de sécurité. Toutdéfaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 250 Bobby Jones Expressway Augusta, GA 30907

CopyrightE2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

Electrolux Canada Corporation

6150 McLaughlin Road

Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2

530163906

10/20/03

FRANÇAIS

SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

appliances,basic safetyprecautionsmust alwaysbefollowedtoreducetherisk offireand serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.

This power unit can be dangerous!

responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiarwiththecontrolsandtheprope ruseof 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.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

DANGER:

devices. This unit is designed forline trimmer use only.Use of any other accessories or attachmentswill increase the risk of injury.

WARNING:

jects violently.Y ouand others can beblinded/injured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.

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 youneedassistance,contact yourauthorized service dealer or call 1-800-554--6723.

OPERATOR SAFETY

Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses

or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance, on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87. Alwayswearfa ceordust maskif operationis

dusty. Always wear heavy,longpants, long sleeves,

boots, and gloves. Wearing safety legguards is recommended.

When using gardening

Operator is

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

Neverusebladesorflailing

Trim mer line throw sob-

HazardZone

50 ft.

(15 m)

Always wear foot protection. Do not gobare-

foot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line. Securehairabove shoulder length. Secureor

remov elooseclothingorclothingwithloosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts. Being fully covered also helps protect you

from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line. Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you

aretired,ill, upsetorundertheinfluenceofalcoho l,drugs,or medication . Watchwhat you are doing; use common sense. Wear hearing protection.

Never start or run inside a closed room or

build ing. Breathing exhaust fum es can kill. Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

UNIT / MAINTENANCESAFETY

Disconnect the spark plug before performing

maintenance except carburetor adjustments. Look for and replace damaged or loose parts

before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working cond ition. Replace trimmer head partsthatare chipped,

cracked, broken, or d amaged in any other way before using the unit. Maintain unit according to recommended pro-

cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. Use only 0.080!(2 mm) diameter Weed

Eater"brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. Install required shield properly be fore using

the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; makesureit isproperlyinsta lledandsecurely fastened. Make sure unit is assembled correctly as

shown in this manual. Make carburetor adjustments with lower end

supported to prevent line from contacting any object. Keep others away when making carburetor

adjustments. Use only recommended Weed Eater"ac-

cessories and replacement parts. Have all maintenance and service not ex-

plained in this manual performedby an authorized service dealer.

FUEL SAFETY

Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

Keep away from sparks or flames.

Use a container approved for fuel.

Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or

the unit. Avo idspillingfuel oroil. Wipeupallfuel spills.

Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from

fueling site before starting engine. Stop engine and allow to cool before remov-

ingfuel cap. Always store gasoline in a container ap-

proved for flam mable liquids.

CUTTINGSAFETY

WARNING:

each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damagethetrimmer headand be thrown causing serious injury.

Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and

sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-

reach. Keep all parts of your body away from muffler

and spinning line. Keep engine below waist level.A hotmufflercancause serious burns. Cut from your right to your left. Cutting onleft

side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.

Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

TRANSPORTINGAND STORAGE

Allow engine to cool; secure unit before stor-

ing or transporting in vehicle. Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-

porting theunit.Useupfuel left inthecarburetorbystartingtheengine and letting it run until it stops. Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors

cannotreachsparks oropenflames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. Storeunitsolinelimiter blade cannotacciden-

tally cause injury.The unit can behung bythe shaft. Store unit out of reach of children.

Inspect the area before

ASSEMBLY

SAFETYNOTICE:

through prolonged use of gasoline powered handtools could cause bloodvessel ornerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weatherhasbeenlinkedto bloodvessel damagein otherwisehealthypeople. Ifsymptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinuethe useof this tooland seekmedical attention. An anti--vibrationsystem does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical conditionandthecondition of this tool.

SPECIALNOTICE:

with a temperaturelimiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirementsof California Codes4442 and4443. 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 be equippedwithasparkarresting screen. Ifyou operateinalocalewheresuchregulations exist, youarelegallyresponsibleformaintaining theoperatingconditionof theseparts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowneruse,themufflerandsparkarresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your mufflerbeservicedorreplacedby yourauthorized service dealer.

Exposure tovibrations

This unit is equipped

WARNING:

repeatall stepstoensure yourunit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

Examine parts fordamage. Do not use damaged parts.

If you need assistance or find parts

NOTE:

missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723. It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the

empty fuel tank. Findingfuelor oil residueon muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer.

If received assembled,

ADJUSTINGTHE HANDLE

WARNING:

handle,be sureit remains above the safety label and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate thehandleonthe shaft to an upright position; retighten wing nut.

Whenadjust ing theassist

ATTACHING SHIELD

WARNING:

erly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to theopera-

The shield must be prop-

tor andothers andis equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIMME R illustratio n in OPERATION section.

1. Remove wing nut from shield.

2. In sert bracket into slot as shown.

3. Pivot shielduntil bolt passes through holein bracket.

4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

Shield

PIVOT

Line Limiter

Blade

Slot

Bracket

Wing Nut

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

READTHIS INSTRUCTIONMANUAL ANDSAFETYRULES BEFOREOPERATINGYOURUNIT. Comp are the illustrationswith yourunit tofamiliarizeyourselfwith thelocationof thevariouscon trols and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Muffler

Shaft

Assist Handle

Safety Label

Shaft Mark or Arrow

Spark Plug

Trimmer Head

Line Limiter Blade

STOP SWITCH

The STOP switch is usedto stopthe engine. To stop the engine, push andhold theswitch in the STOP position until the engine stops.

PRIMERBULB

ThePRIMER BULBremoves airfromthecarburetorand fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows you tostart the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form.

Shield

STOP Switch

BEFORE STARTINGENGINE

WARNING:

information in the safety rules before you begin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-554-6723.

Besureto read thefuel

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING:

when refueling.

Removefuel cap slowly

HELPFUL TIP

Toobtainthe correct oilmix ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of 2--cycle synthetic oil into

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a go od quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is recommended.Mix gasoline and oilat ara tioof 40:1. A40:1 ratiois obtainedby

one gallon of fresh gas.

Primer Bulb

Starter Handle

Throttle Trigger

Choke Lever

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

CHOKE

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.Aftertheengineattempts tostart,move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position. Once engine has started, move the chokelever to the RUN position.

mixing 3.2 ounces (95ml)ofoil with1gallon(4 liter s ) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE aut omotive oil or m arine oil. The se oils will cause enginedamage.Whenmixing fuel, follow instructions printed on container. Once oil is addedto gasoline, shake containermomentarily to a ssure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Alwaysread andfollow thesafetyrules rela ting to fuel before fueling your unit.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)can attractmoisturewhichleads to separationandformationofacids duringstorage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system ofan enginewhile in storage. Toavoidengine problems,emptythefuel system beforestoragefor 30 days or longer.Drainthegas tank, startthe engineand letit rununtilthefuellines andcarburetorare empty.Use freshfuel next season. Never use engine or carburetorcleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damagemayoccur. SeetheSTORAGE sectionfor additional information.

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