Weed Eater FeatherLite XT200 Operator's Manual
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Operator's Manual
Manual del Operador
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Manuel de L'utilisateur
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XT 200/XT 25
FeatherLite TM Series
Wild ThingTM WT21
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product, Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENClA"
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc-
ciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel de I'utilisateur et bien respecter tousles avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de s6curit& Tout d6faut de le faire
pourrait entratner des blessures graves.
Frigidaire Home Products, Augusta, GA 30907
WCI Outdoor Products, Inc. 530087310 2/16/00
WARNING: When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire
and serious injury. Read and follow all
instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator
is responsible for following unit and manual
instructions and warnings. Read entire
Operator's 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 instructions and
warnings. Never allow children to operate
this unit.
OPERATORS
MANUAL
DANGER:
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
Never use blade, wire or
flailing devices. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Use of any other
accessories or attachments will increase the
risk of injury.
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WARNING: Trimmer line throws objects
violently. You and others can be
blinded/injured. Wear safety glasses and leg
protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating
line.
Safety glasses or similar eye protection
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50
feet (15 meters) away. If approached, stop
unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, contact your
Authorized Service Dealer or call
1-800-554-6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
* Always wear safety eye protection.
. Always wear long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg
guards is recommended. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
• Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
• Do not operate this unit when you are tired,
ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medication.
• Wear hearing protection if you use this unit
for more than 1 1/2 hours per day.
• Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Disconnect the spark plug before
performing maintenance except carburetor
adjustments.
• Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks before use. Keep in good
working condition.
• Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
• Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
• Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from
contacting any object.
• Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
• Use only recommended WEED EATER
accessories and replacement parts.
FUEL SAFETY
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
• Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Use a container approved for fuel.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
• Wipe up all fuel spills.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
• Stop engine and allow to cool before
removing fuel cap.
CUTTING SAFETY
• Use only for trimming, mowing, and
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning,
or hedge trimming.
• Inspectthe area 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
trimmer head and be thrown causing
serious injury.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach.
• Keep all parts of your body away from
spinning line and muffler. Keep engine
below waist level. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
• Cutting with the line on left side of the shield
will throw debris away from the operator.
TRANSPORTING AND
STORAGE
• Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before
storing or transporting in vehicle.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left in the
carburetor by starting the engine and letting
it run until it stops.
• Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store unit so line limiter cannot accidentally
cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.
• Store the unit out of the reach of children.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not
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 to
be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If
you operate in a locale where such
regulations exist, you are legally responsible
for installing and maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a
violation of the law. If a spark arrestor is
required in your area, contact your
Authorized Service Dealer for the proper kit.
SPECIAL 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 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.
WARNING: Make sure your unit is
properly assembled and all fasteners are
secure.
ADJUST THE HANDLE
• Loosen wing nut on handle.
• Rotate handle to upright position and
tighten in a comfortable position between
the trigger and the safety label on the tube.
Tighten handle securely.
ATTACH THE SHIELD
WAR N ING: The shield must be properly
installed. The shield provides partial
protection from the risk of thrown objects to
the operator and others and is equipped with
a line limiter which cuts excess line. The line
limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and
can cut you.
Assemble your shield (Style A or Style B) as
shown.
STYLE A
• Insert bracket into slot in shield. Tighten
securely.
.... Slot
// Bracket
STYLE B
• Assemble parts as shown; Tighten securely.
Shle,d
NOTE _Remove '\
Wing
Nut
and use washer and '_
wing nut from this '\
bolt for assembling Washer
shield.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine
oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is
recommended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by
mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of
unleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel follow
the instructions printed on the container.
Always read and follow the safety rules under
FUEL SAFETY.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
Push and hold engine stop switch in the STOP
or OFF position until the unit has fully stopped.
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