Weed Eater 952711803, 952711802 User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

GHT 195 GHT 225

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

WEED EATER 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC 28269

545186732 Rev. 4 3/1/10 BRW

FRANÇAIS

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Failure to follow all

Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury.

DANGER: THIS POWER TOOL CAN

BE DANGEROUS! This unit can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this unit. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and in structions in this manual and on the unit. Never allow children to use this tool.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

S Read your instruction manual carefully until

you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety rules before operating the unit.

D Restrict unit to users who understand and

will follow all warnings and safety rules in this manual and on the unit.

PLAN AHEAD

WARNING: Inspect area before start-

ing 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.

D Always wear eye protection when operating,

servicing, or performing maintenance on unit. Wearing eye protection will help to prevent brush or debris from being thrown or ricochet ing into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should be marked Z87.

D Wear hearing protection when using this

unit.

D 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.

D Stay alert. Do not operate unit when you are

tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

D Keep children, bystanders, and animals

away from work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 m) when starting or operating unit.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

D Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-

cluding smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.

D Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store

fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.

D Do not smoke while handling fuel or while

operating the unit.

D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running. D Make sure the unit is properly assembled

and in good operating condition.

D Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills

before starting the engine.

D Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from

fuel and fueling site before starting engine.

D Always store gasoline in a container ap-

proved for flammable liquids.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY

DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP

HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE

moves momentarily after the trigger is released. Do not attempt to clear away cut material when the blade is in motion. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position, the spark plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed material from the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade.

D Inspect unit before each use for worn,

loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order.

D Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel. D Never start or run engine inside a closed

room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

D Avoid dangerous environments. Do notuse

in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present.

D Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-

faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.

D Do not raise unit above your shoulders; the

cutting blade can come dangerously close to your body.

D Always keep unit in front of your body. Keep

all parts of your body away from the cutting blade.

D Keep the cutting blade and air vents free

from debris.

D Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

D Have all maintenance other than the rec-

ommended procedures described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer.

D Disconnect spark plug before performing

maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

D Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,

warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Have worn or damaged parts replaced by an authorized service dealer.

D Use only recommended WEED EATER

cutting blades and replacement parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit.

D Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use

up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops.

D Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped

and the muffler and cutting blade away from your body.

D Allow engine to cool, empty the fuel tank,

and secure the unit before storing or transporting it in a vehicle.

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--Blade

Safety Glasses

Boots

30 ft.

(10 m)

Blades move

momentarily

after the

trigger is

released.

Allow blades to stop before removing them from the cut.

WARNING:

Blades can throw objects violently .

D You can be blinded or injured. D Wear safety glasses.

WARNING:

Hazard zone for thrown objects

D Blades can throw objects violently. D Others can be blinded or injured. D Keep people and animals 30 feet

(10 m) away.

WARNING:

Blades move momentarily after the trigger is released.

D The blades can seriously cut you or

others.

D Allow blades to stop before

removing them from the cut.

D Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area

where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

D Store the unit so the cutting blade cannot

accidentally cause injury.

D Store in a dry area out of reach of children.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SAFETY NOTICE:Exposure to 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 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

ASSEMBLY

Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts

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

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.

SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is 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 be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by an authorized service dealer.

Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer.

ASSEMBLY

Yourhedge trimmer is fully assembled; no assembly is required.

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OPERATION

Lev

KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Spark Plug

Hand Guard

Primer Bulb

ON/OFF SWITCH

TheON/OFFSWITCHisusedtostoptheengine. T o stop engine, move switch to OFF.

CHOKE

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by moving choke lever to the desired position. See STARTING YOUR ENGINE for complete starting information.

WARNING: Muffler is very hot during

and after use. Do not touch the muffler or allow combustible material such as dry grass or fuel to do so.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

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.

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

HELPFUL TIP

Toobtain the correct oil mix ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of 2-- cycle synthetic oil into one gallon of fresh gas.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle aircooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is recommended. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 fluid ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline). DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on oil container. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake con-

Muffler

PRIMER BULB

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original position.

THROTTLE TRIGGER

The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed. Squeeze the trigger for full speed operation; release it for idle speed.

tainer momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION.

CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in

your unit. This will cause permanent engine damage and void the limited warranty.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

This engine requires the use of minimum 87 octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.

IMPORTANT

Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can cause major engine performance and durability problems.

oline) such as E -- 15 (15% alcohol), E- -20 (20% alcohol), E- -85 (85% alcohol) are NOT classified as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in 2-- stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels will cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture leading to oil and fuel s eparation.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 30 seconds at full throttle. Releasing the trigger and allowing

the engine to briefly return to idle speed (5 -10 seconds) will be sufficient.

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ON/OFF

Switch

Throttle Lock

Throttle Lock--out

Throttle Trigger

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

Choke

WARNING: A lternative fuels (not gas-

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