Weed Eater 952711970, ESB17, 545212850 User Manual
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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
ENGLISH
Manuel d’Instructions
ESB17
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.
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AVERTISSEMENT:
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instructions avant d’assembler l’outil. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait
entraîner des blessures graves.
WEED EATER
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
545212850 Rev. 2 7/21/09 BRW
WEED EATER
ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS
SAFETY RULES
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IMPORTANT WARNINGSAND
SAFET
WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety pre-
cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury.
The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury, and to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this unit. The
operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit.
Read the entire instruction manual before assembling and using the unit! Restrict the use of this
unit to persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions inthis manualand
on the unit. Never allow children to use this unit. Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used near children. Always disconnect unit from power source when
not in use, before making repairs or adjustments, and when changing accessories and attachments such as bar, chain, or trimmer line. Nonconforming replacement components or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or bystanders. Use only accessories and replacement parts as recommended. Use only for jobs
explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
DANGER: Never use blades with line
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing devices with any attachment. This unit (when
used with supplied line trimmer attachment) is
designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any
other accessories with line trimmer attachment 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.
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 judgement. If you
need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S Dr ess properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
(15 meters)
INSTRUCTIONS
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 Do not handle or operate this unit when you
are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must
be in good physical condition and mentally
alert. If you have any condition that might
be aggravated by strenuous work, check
with doctor before operating this unit.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
(applies to all attachments)
Hazard Zone
50 ft.
WARNING:
Avoid a dangerous environment. T o 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 use on wet surfaces. Do not
handle extension cord plug or unit with wet
hands. Avoid dangerous situations. Do not
use in the presence of flammable liquids or
gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion
and/or causing damage to unit. Do not abuse
cord. Never carry the unit by the extension
cord or yank extension cord to disconnect
unit. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use cord as a handle, close a door on
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cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Do not expose cords to heat, oil, or water. Do
not use with damaged cord or plug. If unit is
not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to your authorized service dealer
for repair. Unplug the unit from the power
source when not in use, before servicing, and
when changing accessories and/or attachments. Do not put any object into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hairand anything that may reduce air flow.
S Use a voltage supply as shown on unit.
S Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
unventilated areas or where dust or explosive
vapors can build up.
S To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this
equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other) and 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 ex tension 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
proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
S T o reduce risk of electrical shock, use ex-
tension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances having electrical rating not less than the rating of unit.
Cord must be marked with suffix “W--A” (in
Canada “W”). Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. Inspect extension
cord before use andreplace if damaged. Do
not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation
must be intact with no cracks or deterioration. Plug connectors must be undamaged.
The extension cord used to reach the power source must be heavy enough to carry
current from the power source the full
length of the extension cord to the unit. An
undersized extension cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord (see SELECT AN
EXTENSIONCORDintheOPERATION
section).
S Do not use multiple cords.
S Keep the extension cord clear of operator and
obst acles at all times. Position cord so that it
will not be caught on branches.
S Tie cord to cord retainer and connect to re-
cessed plug as shown in this manual to prevent damage to unit and/or extension cord
and to reduce the possibility of the extension cord disconnecting from the unitduring
operation. See ATTACH THE EXTENSION
CORD TO YOU R TRIMMER in the OPERATION section.
S Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the insu-
lation and connectors on the powerhead and
extension cord before each use. If there is
any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by your authorized service dealer.
S Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn
the unit on and off properly. Repairs to the
switchmust be madeby your authorized service dealer.
S Avoid unintentional starting of the unit. Nev-
er carry unit with your finger on the switch.
Be sure the switch is in the OFF position
and never touch the switch when connecting extension cord.
S Avoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes,
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on circuit or
outlet to be used. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.
S Stop the motor immediately if you are ap-
proached.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
This unit is double insulated to help protect
against electric shock. Double insulation
construction consists of two separate “layers”
of electrical insulation instead of grounding.
Tools built with this insulation system are not
intended to be grounded. No grounding
means is provided on this unit, nor should a
means of grounding be added to this unit. As a
result, the extension cord used with your unit
can be plugged into any standard 120 volt
electrical outlet. 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:
All electrical repairs to this unit, including housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed and
repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be recommended by the manufacturer. A double insulated appliance is marked
with the words “double insulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol (square within a square)
may also be marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by qualified service
personnel can cause the double insulation
construction to become ineffective and result in
serious injury.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect unit from the
power supply before performing maintenance, or when changing trimmer line.
S Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged
parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and
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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 Have all service and maintenance not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer to avoid creating a
hazard.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length. Follow instructions for changing
trimmer line.
S Make certain the cutting head stops moving
when trigger switch is released.
S Do not repair unit yourself.
S Use only 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter WEED
EATER brand line (see SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS). Never use wire, rope,
string, etc.
S Install required shield properly before use.
Use only specified trimmer head and spool;
make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.
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.
S Use only WEED EA TER replacement parts
and accessories as recommended.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
trimmed before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which
can be thrown by or become entangled in line.
Hard objects can damage the trimmer head
and be thrown causing serious injury.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or use from unstable surfaces such
as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops,
etc.
S Keep all parts of your body away from cut-
ting head and spinning line.
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 Use unit properly. Use only for trimming,
edging, 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 Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on
left side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual
(or manuals for optional attachments).
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power
source when not in use.
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade (on
underside of shield) cannot cause injury.
S Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of
the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.
S Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is
depressed.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of 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 condition of this tool.
RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENTS
This model is equipped with a coupler, which
enables the following optional attachments to be
installed:
Edger PP1000E....................
Cultivator PP2000T.................
Blower PP3000B...................
Pruner PP5000P...................
WARNING: Us e of any other attach-
ments besides those listed above and the attachment provided with this unit might present a
risk of injury to the operator or bystanders. Only
those attachments listed above and the attachment provided with this unit have been tested for
use with this powerhead.
MODEL:
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
WARNING: For each optional attach-
ment used, read entire instruction manual before use and follow all warnings and instructions in manual and on attachment.
NOTE: Use the assist handle included with
your unit (as shown below) when operating
the following attachments.
Assist Handle
BLOWER SAFETY
WARNING: Never put hands or other
objects into blower housing to avoid serious
injury from rotating impeller.
WARNING: Inspect area before
starting 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.
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S Inspect unit before each use for worn,
loose, missing or damaged parts. Do not
use until unit is in proper working order.
S Do not set unit on any surface except a
clean, hard area. 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.
S Never place objects inside the blower tubes
or blower outlet. 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.
S Check air intake opening and blower tubes
frequently, always with unit stopped and
power source disconnected. Keep vents
and discharge tubes free of debris which
can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
S Never place any object in air intake opening
as this could restrict proper air flow and
cause damage to the unit.
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 Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, or other substances which may contain
toxic materials.
S Toavoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
CULTIVATOR SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT . KEEP
HANDS AND FEETAWAY FROM TINESAND
CUTTING AREA. Rotating tines can cause serious injury. Do not attempt to clear away cut
material or hold material to be cut when the motor is running. Make sure powerhead is stopped
and disconnected from power source when removing jammed material from the tines. Do not
grab or hold attachment by the tines.
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.
Stop the unit and disconnect the power source
before unclogging tines or making repairs.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all
debris and hard and sharp objects such as
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
S Look behind and use care when backing
up.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
tines.
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine
guard in place and properly secured.
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris. Al-
ways wear gloves when servicing or cleaning the tines. The tines become very sharp
from use.
S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that
might stop the tines. If heavy contact occurs, stop the motor and inspect the unit for
damage.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the unit,
disconnect the power source and inspect
the cultivator for damage. Repair before restarting.
S Disconnect attachment from the drive mo-
tor before cleaning the tines with a hose and
water to remove any build--up. Oil the tines
to prevent rust.
S Do not run unit at high speed unless cultiva-
ting.
EDGER SAFETY
WARNING: A lways use handlebar
when operating edger attachment. Attach handlebar above arrow on safety label on the upper
shaft (motor end of unit). If your edger attachment does not include a handlebar, a handlebar
accessory kit (#530071864) is available from
your authorized service dealer. Instructions for
assembling handlebar to your unit are included
in this kit.
Handlebar
DANGER: RISK OF CUT . KEEP
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADE
AND CUTTING AREA. Do not attempt to clear
away cut material when the blade is in motion.
Make sure switch is in the off position and the
power source is disconnected when removing
jammed material from the cutting blade. Do not
grab or hold unit by the cutting blade.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
edged before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which
can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
WARNING: Blade rotates momen-
tarily after the trigger is released. The blade
can seriously cut you or others. Allow blade to
stop before removing it from the cut.
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