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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
ENGLISH
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.
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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
Y
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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S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
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S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken or damaged in any other
way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
blade.
S Keep blade guard in place and in good
working order.
S Always keep the wheel in contact with the
ground.
S Always push the unit slowly over the
ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,
holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.
S To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow exces-
sive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate
on the attachment.
S Objects struck by the cutting member can
cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn
should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to edging.
PRUNER SAFETY
WARNING: Falling objects can
cause severe head injury. Wear head protection when operating this unit with a pole pruner attachment.
DANGER: To prevent electrocution,
do not use near electrical wires or power
lines. Keep pruner at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from all power lines.
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy, long pants, and long
sleeves; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye
protection such as non-fogging, vented
goggles or face screen; an approved safety
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular us-
ers should have hearing checked regularly as
motor noise can damage hearing. Secure hair
above shoulder length. Secure or remove
loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
Hearing
Protection
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) away from
the work area. Do not allow other people or
animals to be near when starting or operating the unit.Do not let visitors contact unitor
extension cord.
HAZARD ZONE
S Do not operate a pruner with one hand. Se-
rious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed
operation. A pruner is intended for twohanded use.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
chain when unit is running.
S Do not operate pruner from a ladder or in a
tree.
S Do not use a pruner to cut down trees orany
portion of the tree trunk.
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches
overhead not greater than 4 inches (10 cm)
in diameter.
S Never stand under the limb you are pruning.
Always position yourself out of the path of
falling debris.
S Do not cut smallbrush and saplings with the
pruner. Slender matter may catch in the
chain and be whipped toward you, pulling
you off balance.
S Make sure the chain will not make contact
with any object while starting the unit. Never try to start the unit when the guide bar is
in a cut.
S Do not force pruner. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was intended.
S Do not put pressure on the pruner at the end
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause you
to lose control when the cut is completed.
S Do not run the unit at high speed when not
pruning.
ety Hat
Sa
Eye
Protection
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Safety Chaps
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S Use the right tool, cut wood only. Don’t use
pruner for purpose not intended; for example,
don’t use pruner for cutting plastic, masonry,
non-wood building materials, etc.
S If you strike or become entangled with a for-
eign object, stop the unit immediately and
check for damage. Have any damage repaired by your authorized service dealer.
before attempting further operations.
S Do not operate a pruner that is damaged, im-
properly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Always replace bar and
chain immediately if it becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
S Always stop the unit when work is delayed
or when walking from one cutting location to
another. Stop the motor and make sure
chain has stopped moving before setting
the unit down.
S Inspect cords periodically and if damaged,
have repaired by an authorized service
dealer.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
KICKBACK
WARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the
backward, upward or sudden forward motion
of the guide bar occurring when the chain
near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts
any object such as a log or branch, or when
the wood closes in and pinches the chain in
the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the
wood can also result in loss of control.
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the
moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar. This contact can
cause the chain to dig into the object, which
stops the chain for an instant. The result is a
lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks
the guide bar up and back toward the operator.
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the wood
closes in and pinches the moving chain in
the cut along the top of the guide bar and the
chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden
stopping of the chain results in a reversal of
the chain force used to cut wood and
causes the pruner to move in the opposite
direction of the chain rotation. The pruner is
driven straight back toward the operator.
S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the
cut along the bottom of the guide bar and
the chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden
stopping pulls the pruner forward and away
from the operator and could easily cause
the operator to lose control of the pruner.
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
S Recognize that kickback can happen. With
a basic understanding of kickback, you can
reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents.
S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-
ject at the tip of the guide bar.
S Keep the working area free from obstruc-
tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,
stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any
obstruction that your chain could hit while
you are cutting. When cutting a branch, do
not let the guide bar contact branch or other
objects around it.
S Keep your chain sharp and properly ten-
sioned. A loose or dull chain can increase
the chance of kickback occurring. Follow
manufacturer’s chain sharpening and
maintenance instructions. Check tension at
regular intervals, but never with the motor
running. Make sure the bar clamp nut is securely tightened after tensioning the chain.
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If
the chain is moving at a slower speed, there
is greater chance of kickback occurring.
S Cut one branch at a time.
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a pre-
viou s cut.
S Do no tattemptcuts starti ng with the tip of the
bar (plunge cuts).
S Watch for shifting of wood or other forces
that could close a cut and pinch or fall into
chain.
S Use the Reduced-- Kickback Guide Bar and
Low-- Kickback Chain specified for your
unit.
MAINTAIN CONTROL
S Keep a good, firm grip on the pruner with both
hands when the unit is running and don’t let
go. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback
and maintain control. Keep the fingers of your
left hand encircling and your left thumb under
the assist handle. Keep your right hand completely around the trigger handle whether your
are right handed or left handed.
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on
both feet.
S Stand slightly to the left side of the pruner to
keep your body from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
WARNING: The following features
are included on your pruner to help reduce the
hazard of kickback; however, such features
will not totally eliminate this danger. As a prun-
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er user, do not rely only on safety devices.
You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in this manual to
help avoid kickback and other forces which
can result in serious injury.
S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed
with a small radius tip which reduces the
size of the kickback danger zone on the bar
tip.
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar
Small Radius Tip
Symmetrical Guide Bar
Large Ra dius Tip
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a con-
toured depth gauge and guard link which
deflect kickback force and allow wood to
gradually ride into the cutter. A low kickback
chain has met kickback performance requirements when tested on the representative
sample of the chain saws specified in ANSI
B175.1.
Low--- Ki ckback
Not a Low---K i ckback Chain
Contoured D epth Gauge
Chain
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Elongated Guard Link
Deflects
kickback force
and allows wood
to gradually ride
into cutter
Can Obstruct Material
WARNING: Use of any other attach-
ments not recommended in this manual may
increase the risk of injury to persons, fire, or
electrical shock. Use of attachments not covered under the list of recommended attachments in this manual have not been evaluated
for use with this powerhead by Underwriters
Laboratories (see RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENTS).
WARNING: This unit is not designed
for use with a brushcutter attachment.
VACUUM SAFETY
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.
S Never place objects inside the vacuum
tube(s). Always direct the blowing debris
away from people, animals, glass, and solid
objects such as trees, automobiles, walls,
etc.The force of aircan cause rocks, dirt,or
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can
hurt people or animals, break glass, or
cause other damage.
S Never run unit without the proper equip-
ment attached. When using your unit as a
vacuum, always install vacuum tube(s).
S Check air intake opening or vacuum
tube(s) frequently, always with engine
stopped and unit disconnected from power
source. Keep vents and tubes free of debris
which can accumulate and restrict proper
air flow.
PRUNER SAFETY
(RECIPROCATING BLADE)
WARNING: The reciprocating blade
can cause severe injury. Inspect the unit before use. Do not operate unit with a bent,
cracked or dull blade. Keep away from the
blade.
WARNING: The reciprocating blade is
sharp. Do not touch. T o prevent serious injury,
always stop engine and ensure blade has
stopped moving, disconnect unit from power
source, and wear gloves when changing or
handling the blade.
WARNING: A coasting blade can
cause injury while it continues to move after
the engine is stopped. Maintain proper control
of the unit until the bladehas completely
stopped moving. Keep hands, face and feet at
a distance from all moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is
moving.
WARNING: For additional information,
refer to the safety section of the instruction
manual supplied with your pruner attachment.
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HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- 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 unit is disconnected from the power
source 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.
WARNING: 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.
S 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 your authorized service
dealer.
S Always keep unit in front of your body.
Keep all parts of your body away from the
cutting blade.
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of
debris.
SNOW THROWER SAFETY
WARNING: Keep hands and feet
away from the rotor when starting or running
the unit. Never attempt to clear the rotor with
the motor running. Stop the unit and disconnect from the power source before unclogging snow or debris from discharge chute or
when adjusting vanes.
WARNING: Never lean over dis-
charge chute. Rocks or debris could be
thrown into the eyes and face and cause serious injury or blindness.
WARNING: Inspect the area where
the unit is to be used. Remove objects that
could be thrown or damage the unit. Some objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be alert
for the possibility.
S Direct material discharge away from glass
enclosures, automobiles, etc.
S Do not run motor at high speed while not re-
moving snow.
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,
and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other
hidden hazards.
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before
attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead.
S If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen
ice, thaw the unit thoroughly before attempting to operate under power.
S Keep the rotor clear of debris.
S Do not throw snow near other people. The
snow thrower could propel small objects at
high speed causing injury.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the unit,
disconnect from the power source and inspect the snowthrower for damage and repair if necessary before restarting unit.
S Never operate the snowthrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.
S Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a
roof.
S Never operate the snowthrower near win-
dow wells, dropoffs, etc.
S Never discharge snow onto public roads or
near moving traffic.
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and
down; never across. Use caution when
changing directions. Never clear snow from
steep slopes.
S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after
clearing snow so moving parts do not
freeze.
S Look behind and use care when backing
up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.
S Know how to stop quickly.
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
review all assembly steps to ensure your unit
is properly assembled and all fasteners are
secure.
INSTALLING LINE TRIMMER
ATTACHMENT
CAUTION:
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the shaft cap from attachment
(if present).
3. Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of coupler.
4. Push the attachment into the coupler
until the locking/release button snaps
into the primary hole.
5. Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely by turning clockwise.
When removing or installing at-
Coupler
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Coupler Primary Hole
Shaft
Locking/
Release
Upper
Knob
Guide Recess
Attachment
Button
ATTACHING SHIEL D
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is 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 UNIT illustration in the OPERATION
section.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through
hole in bracket.
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
PIVOT
Line Limiter
Blade
Shield
Slot
Bracket
Wing
Nut
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
WARNING: When adjusting the han-
dle, be sure it remains above the safety label
and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright position; retighten wing nut.
WARNING: Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit. All attachments aredesigned
to be used in the primary hole.
For assembly of optional attachments (see
list on page 4), refer to the ASSEMBLY section of the applicable attachment instruction
manual.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR UNIT
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.
Assist Handle
Coupler
Trimmer
Head
Line Limiter Blade
RECESSED PLUG
The RECESSED PLUG is where you at-
tach your extension cord to the unit.
TRIGGER SWITCH
The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on
the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit. Release to stop.
LINE LIMITER BLADE
The LINE LIMITER BLADE cuts the cutting
line to the proper cutting length.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified on
your unit.
Shield
Motor Housing
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension Cord Gauge Chart
Length of Cord Gauge
25 Ft. (7.5 m)
50 Ft. (15 m)
100 Ft. (30 m)
Extension cords are available for this unit.
18 Gauge
16 Gauge
14 Gauge
ATTACH THE EXTENSION
CORD TO YOUR UNIT
Make a loop in your extension cord and attach
the cord as shown. Ensure the plug and cord
are firmly and fully engaged.
Recessed Plug
Cord Retainer
Trigger Switch
ASSIST HANDLE
The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help hold
and guide the unit.
TRIMMER HEAD
The TRIMMER HEAD holds the cutting line
and rotates during operation.
COUPLER
The COUPLER enables optional attachments to be installed on the unit.
Cord Retainer
Extension Cord
BEFORE STARTING UNIT
Be sure to read the electrical safety information
in the safety rules section of this manual before
you begin. If you do not understand the electrical
safety information do not attempt to use your
unit. Seek help from someone that does understand the information or call 1-800-554-6723 for
assist ance.
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-
connect from power source before removing
or installing attachments.
Recessed Plug on Unit
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REMOVING LINE TRIMMER
K
f
AT TACHMENT OR OTHER
OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
t
Lower
Attachment
Upper Sha
Coupler
LOOSEN
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until
the locking/release button snaps into
the hole.
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
Eye Protection
Long Pants
Heavy Shoes
TIGHTEN
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler
3. While securely holding the motor housing and upper shaft, pull the attachment
straight out of the coupler.
nob
Upper Shaft
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attachment (if present).
2. Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of coupler.
3. Push the attachment into the coupler
until the locking/release button snaps
into the primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob
securely by turning clockwise.
Upper
Shaft
Primary Hole
Locking/
Release
Button
Guide Recess
Attachment
Coupler
WARNING: Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for storage
when attachment is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attachment (if present) and discard.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Cut from your right to your left.
WARNING: Always wear eye protec-
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks
or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes
and face and cause blindness or other serious
injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown and check
for the following:
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
S Hold trigger handle with right hand and as-
sist handle with left hand.
S Keep unit below waist level.
S Cut from your right to your left to ensure de-
bris is thrown away from you. Without bending over, keep line near and parallel to the
ground and not crowded into material being
cut.
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE
The trimmer line will advance approximately 2
inches (5 cm) each time the bottom of the trimmer head is tapped on the ground with the engine running at full throttle. The most efficient line
length is the maximum length allowed by the line
limiter. Always keep the shield in place when the
tool is being operated.
To advance line:
S Operate the engine/motor at full throttle.
S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above
the grassy area.
S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly
on the ground one time. Approximately 2
inches (5 cm) of line will be advanced with
each tap.
Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy area.
T apping on surfaces such as concrete or asphalt can cause excessive wear to the trimmer
head. If the line is worn down to 2 inches (5 cm)
or less, more than one tap will be required to obtain the most efficient line length.
WARNING: Use only 0.080” (2 mm)
diameter line. Other sizes of line will not advance properly and can cause serious injury.
Do not use other materials such as wire,
string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during
cutting and become a dangerous missile that
can cause serious injury.
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CUTTING METHODS
WARNING: Use minimum speed and
do not crowd the line when cutting around
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),
which can damage thetrimmer head, become
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a
serious hazard.
S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will
achieve the best performance and minimum line wear by not crowding the line into
the cutting area. The right and wrong ways
are shown below.
Tip of the Line
Does The Cutting
Right
S The line will easily remove grass and
weeds from around walls, fences, trees and
flower beds, but it also can cut the tender
bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full
throttle to increase line life and decrease
head wear, especially:
S During light duty cutting.
S Near objects around which the line can
wrap such as small posts, trees or fence
wire.
S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for
a good clean job.
TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer
head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground
and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to
make contact. Do not force trimmer line into
work area.
Trimming
Line Crowded Into
Work Area
Wrong
SCALPING -- The scalping technique re-
moves unwanted vegetation down to the
ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head
about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an
angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the
ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc.
This technique increases line wear.
Scalping
MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing
in places conventional lawn mowers cannot
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line
parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the
head into the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
Mowing
SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat-
ing line can be used for a quick and easy
clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above
the surfaces being swept and move the tool
from side to side.
Sweeping
3 inches (8 cm)
above ground
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect unit from
power source before performing maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Housing screws
S Assist handle screw
S Debris shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact your authorized service dealer for replacement of damaged or worn parts.
S Trigger switch -- Ensure trigger switch func-
tions properly by pressing and releasing the
trigger switch. Make sure motor starts and
stops.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
labels using a damp cloth.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap
button.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut
two lengths of 12-1/2 feet (3,8 meters) of
0.080″ (2mm)diameterWEEDEATER
brand line.
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch
(1 cm) into the small holes on the inside
of spool.
Spool
Small
Holes
Line exit holes
Hub
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows found on the spool.
6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving
3 to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
7. Insert the lines into the the exit holes in
the hub as shown in the illustration.
8. Align the notches with the line exit
holes.
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into
place.
10. Pull the lines extending outside of the
hub to release the lines from the notches.
USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS
REPLACEMENT PART PART NUMBER
Assist Handle 530057546
Bolt Carriage, 1/4-20 530015786
Wing Nut 530016152
Spool with 0.080″ Trimmer Line 530095846
Shield Assembly 545014101
Line in Notch
Line in Notch
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use.
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power
source when not in use.
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.
S Allow motor to cool before storing or trans-
porting.
S Store unit and extension cord indoors in a
high, dry place out of the reach of children.
Store unit unplugged.
S Store unit with all guards in place and position
unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or
more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
S Clean it thoroughly before lengthy storage.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide
bar.
S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or
cloth.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before performing
all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Trimmer head
stops under a
load or does not
turn when switch
is pressed.
Line does not
advance or
breaks while
cutting.
Line welds onto
spool.
Line releases
continuously.
Line usage is
excessive.
Line pulls back
into head.
1. Crowding trimmer line
against material being
cut.
2. Electrical failure.
3. Thrown circuit breaker.
4. Debris stopping head.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
2. Line improperly
wound into spool.
3. Incorrect line size
4. Not enough line
outside of head.
5. Dirt buildup on unit.
1. Line size is incorrect.
2. Incorrect spool.
3. Line is being crowded
against material being
cut.
1. Line improperly
routed in head.
2. Spool damaged.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
2. Line size is incorrect.
3. Crowding line against
material being cut.
4. Spool worn or damaged.
1. Too little line outside
of head.
2. Line size incorrect.
1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting.
2. Contact your authorized service dealer.
3. Check Breaker Box.
4. Remove debris.
1. Check line routing.
2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.
3. Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) dia. line.
4. Remove cover and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line out of head.
5. Clean unit.
1. Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) dia. line.
2. Replace with correct spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
1. Check line routing.
2. Replace spool.
1. Check line routing.
2. Replace spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
4. Replace spool.
1. Remove cover and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line outside of head.
2. Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) dia. line.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Con-
sumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to
the original consumer purchaser that each new
WEED EATER brand electric or cordless product is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under
this warranty any defective WEED EATER
brand electric or cordless product within two (2)
years from the original date of purchase.
If your WEED EATERbrand electric or cordless
product should fail within the limited warranty
period, you may return it in complete condition,
prepaid, with proof of purchase, to the dealer
from whom it was purchased for repair or replacement at the option of WEED EATER.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or
the use of accessories and/or attachments not
specifically recommended by WEED EATER
for this product. Additionally, this warranty does
not cover parts that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover predelivery set -- up or normal adjustments
explained in the instruction manual.
Should you have any unanswered questions
concerning this warranty, please contact:
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
1-- 800--554-- 6723
In Canada, contact:
WEED EATER
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
Giving the model number, serial number and
date of purchase of your product and the name
and address of the authorized dealer from
whom it was purchased.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STA TE TO
STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STA TES DO NOT ALLOW LIMIT ATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMI TATI ONS O F INCI DEN TAL O R CO NSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MA Y NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
This is a limited warranty within the meaning of
that term as defined in the Magnuson--Moss Act
of 1975.
The policy of WEED EATER is to continuous-
ly improve its products. Therefore, WEED
EATER reserves the right to change, modify,
or discontinue models, designs, specifications, and accessories of all products at any
time without notice or obligation to any purchaser.
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