Weed Eater 545186757 User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

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Manuel d’Instructions

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WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Read instructions carefully before assembling. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

ADVERTENCIA:

Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. Antes de ensamblar el producto lea cuidadosamente el instructivo. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.

AVERTISSEMENT:

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WEED EATER 1030 Stevens Creek Road Augusta, GA 30907

850 Matheson Blvd. West

Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4

WEED EATER

ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

545186757 Rev. 2 3/4/09 BRW

IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS

DANGER: Use only specified trimmer head,

spool, and 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) recommended trimmer line. Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, rope, string, etc. Unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury.

WARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or improper

use can cause serious injury.

Read the operator ’s manual before use. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury. Save operator’s manual.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose unit to water. Do not operate unit on wet ground or in rain.

Trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or injured. Always wear hearing protection and safety glasses marked Z87. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots and gloves.

Hazard zone for thrown objects.

S Trimmer line throws objects violently. S You and others can be blinded/injured. S Keep children, bystanders, and animals

50 feet (15 meters) away.

Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

Stop unit before cleaning or servicing. Keep hands and fingers away from the trigger switch to avoid accidental starting during cleaning or servicing.

IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS

Do not use with damaged cord. Repair or replace damaged cord immediately.

Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.

This unit is for household use only and not for commercial use.

When servicing unit, use only identical replacement parts.

Never allow children to operate this unit.

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using electric gar-

dening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.

SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT

This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. 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 read, understand, and follow unit and manual warnings and instructions. Never allow children to operate this unit. Close attention is necessary when used near children.

DANGER: Never use blades or flail-

ing devices. Unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury.

WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-

jects violently. You and others can be blinded/ injured. Wear safety glasses, boots, and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line. 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, call 1-800-554-6723.

OPERATOR SAFETY

S Dress properly. Always wear safety

glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance on your unit. (Safety glasses are available.) Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.

S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or

remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

S Being fully covered also helps protect you

from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line.

S Stay alert. Do not operate unit when you are

tired, ill, upset or under influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.

S Avoid unintentional starting of the unit.

Keep hands and fingers away from the trigger switch while carrying the unit.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING: Av oid a dangerous envi-

ronment. T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use on wet grass. 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. S Only use the charger provided with your

unit when charging the battery. Use of any other charger could permanently damage the battery, charger, and/or the unit.

S Use charger with standard household electri-

cal outlets only (120 volt). Do not abuse the charger or charger cord. Never carry the unit by the charger cord or yank cord to disconnect from receptacle. Do not use the charger if the charger or charger cord is damaged.

S Use the charger indoors only. S Store and charge this unit in a dry location

and out of the reach of children.

S Avoid dangerous situations. Do not charge

the battery or use the unit in an explosive or corrosive environment. Avoid areas where flammable liquids or gases are present to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.

S Do notoperate unit while it is attached to the

charger.

S Do not attempt to repair unit, battery or char-

ger. Inspect insulation and connectors on the unit and charger before each use. If there is any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by your authorized service dealer.

S Do not insert any object into the motor area. S Battery-powered units do not have to be

plugged into an electrical outlet to operate; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when you are not using your battery-powered unit.

S Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell

may explode. Check with local code for proper disposal. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and

may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

S When handling batteries, take care not to

short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

S Do not use the unit if the trigger switch does

not turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs to the switch must be made by your authorized service dealer.

S Never immerse any part of the unit or char-

ger into any liquid.

S Inspect charger cord periodically and if

damaged, have it repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer.

S Disconnect charger from receptacle when

not in use to reduce the risk of electric shock or serious personal injury.

UNIT SAFETY

S Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged

parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and fasteners are in place and securely fastened. Parts that are damaged must be repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer These include head parts that are cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other part that is damaged.

S Do not repair unit yourself. S Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter

recommended trimmer line (see USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section). Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

S Use specified trimmer spool. Make sure

spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened.

S Use only WEED EATER replacement parts

and accessories as recommended.

CUTTING SAFETY

WARNING: Inspect area to be cut.

Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in cutting head. S Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup-

port. Keep firm footing and balance.

S Keep the cutting head below waist level. Do

not raise handles above your waist. Cutting head can come dangerously close to your body.

S Keep away from cutting head and spinning

line.

S Use unit properly. Use only for trimming,

scalping, and mowing. Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

S Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

WARNING: Stop unit before per-

forming maintenance. Keep hands and fingers away from the trigger switch to avoid accidental starting during maintenance, or when changing trimmer line. S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-

cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. Follow instructions for changing trimmer line.

S Have all service and maintenance not ex-

plained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer to avoid creating a hazard.

S Never douse or squirt the unit with water or

any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

S Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to

avoid overheating the motor. Clean after each use.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

S Stop the unit and place in wall bracket for

storage and battery charging.

S Carry the unit with motor stopped. S Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of

the reach of children.

S Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is

depressed.

BATTERY CARE

S If over a period of time the battery quickly

runs down after a full 24 hour charging period, a replacement battery is needed.

S There will be some charge present in the bat-

tery, but to ensure maximum running time, recharge your battery for 24 hours before use.

S Permanent connection to the charger in a

well- -ventilated area will automatically keep your battery fully charged and ready for use.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: If received assembled,

review all assembly steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

SHAFT ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Ensure that the excess

wire between the switch handle and motor housing is not twisted and is enclosed in switch handle and motor housing during assembly of the unit. Failure to do so may result in damage to the wires and/or the unit or serious injury to the operator.

1. Push the tube into the switch handle until it snaps into place.

Switch Handle

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S To prevent permanent battery damage, never

store in a discharged condition.

S Battery

Sealed for Life No maintenance required

S Battery replacement

Should your battery need to be replaced, contact your authorized service dealer for a replacement battery and for proper disposal of the old battery.

WINTER STORAGE

S Fully charge for 24 hours before winter stor-

age.

S If you are unable to leave your cordless

trimmer on permanent charge, recharge the battery every 3 to 4 months for a full 24 hour charging period to fully charge the battery during winter storage.

S Avoid extended storage without recharge. S Store in a cool dry place.

IMPORTANT! DISPOSE OF YOUR OLD BATTERIES SAFEL Y. TAKE THE COMPLETE UNIT TO YOUR AUTHORIZED SER VI CE DEALER. DO NOT CUT OPEN, BURN OR INCINERATE.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

2. Push the tube into the motor housing until it snaps into place.

Motor Housing

3. Try to remove tube from switch handle and motor housing. If the tube remains in place, it is properly snapped into place. If the tube will not remain in place, repeat steps 1 and

2. Push until the tube snaps into place.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

WARNING: The shield must be prop-

erly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others. Your unit is equipped with a line limiter pin, which cuts excess line to the proper length while running.

NOTE: If shield is not properly installed, dam-

age to unit (including motor failure) will result.

1. Place the shield onto the motor housing. Ensure the cutting head remains free to rotate and the line is not caught between the shield and the motor housing (see illustration).

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