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USER MANUAL WEEL15TNE WEED EATER

WEED EATER WEED EATER

7349 Statesville Road 850 Matheson Bivd. West Charlotte, NC 28269 Mississauga, Ontario L5V OB4 115254226 Rev.3 05/07/10 JBW N HSTIONz ONvVdS3 SIVÔNVHA

SAFETY RULES À WARNING: wnen 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. #Æ SAFETY INFORMATION

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 andthe proper use ofthe unit. Restrictthe use ofthis unit to persons who read, understand, and_ follow unit and manual wamings and instructions. Never allow children to operate this unit. Close attention is necessary when used near children. À DANGER: Never use blades or la- ing devices. Unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or at- tachments wil increase the risk of injury.

À WARNING: rrimmer ie throws ob- jects violentiy. You and others can be blinded/ injured. Wear safety glasses, boots, and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line. Safety Glasses or similar eye protection

EDG Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. lf approached stop unit immediately. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. f you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723. OPERATOR SAFETY + Dress proper. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op- rating: or performing maintenance on vour unit, (Batety 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 gobare- foot or wear sandals. 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. + Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and_ pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line. Stay Alert. Do not operate unit when you are tired, il, upset or under influence of al- cohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense. Avoid unintentional starting of the unit. Never carry unit with your finger on the switch. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position and never touch îhe switch when connecting extension cord. ELECTRICAL SAFETY À WARNING: avoid a dangerous envi- ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet loca- tions, ‘or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. + Use a voltage supply as shown on unit. + 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. + 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 ap- pliance plug will fit into a polarized exten- Sion 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 extension cord. A polar- ized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into îhe polarized wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, re- verse the plug. Hitstill does notfit, contacta qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. To reduce risk of electrical shock, use ex- tension cords specifically marked as suit- able for outdoor appliances having electri- cal rating not less than the rating of unit. Cord must be marked with suffix “WA (in Canada “W”). Make sure your extension cordis in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. Do not use a damaged cord. Cord insula- tion must be intact with no cracks or dete- rioration. Plug connectors must be undam- aged. An undersized extension cord will cause adrop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Ifin doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord (see SELECT ANEXTENSION CORD in the OPERATION section). + Do not use multiple cords.

+ Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit. Use cord retainer to prevent disconnection of extension cord from unit and possible damage to the unit due to plug movement {see ÂTTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERATION section). Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off proper. Repairs to the switch must be made by your autho- rized service dealer. Keep the extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cords to heat, oi, water, or sharp edges. To avoid the possibility of electric shock, avoid body contact with any grounded con- ductor, such as metal fences or pipes. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on circuit or outlet to be used. Receptacles are avail- able having builtin GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. UNIT SAFETY + Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and fasteners are in place and securely fas- tened Parts that are damaged must be re- paired or replaced by an authorized service dealer. These include head parts that are cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other part that is damaged. Do not repair unit yourself. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter recommended timmer line (see USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section). Never use wire, rope, string, etc. Use specified timmer spool. Make sure spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened. Use only WEED EATER replacement parts and accessories as recommended. CUTTING SAFETY + Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become en- tangled in cutting head. Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup- port. Keep firm footing and balance. Keep the cuttng head below waist level. Do notraise handles above your waist. Cutting head can come dangerously close to your body. Keep away from cuting head and spinning ine. Use unit properÿy. Use only for trimming, edging, scalping, and mowing. Do not force unit. It wil do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed. + Use only in daylight or in good artificial light. MAINTENANCE SAFETY À WARNING: Disconnect unit rom the power supply before performing_mainte- nance, or when changing trimmer line. + Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. Follow instructions for changing trimmer line. Have all service and maintenance not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- thorized service dealer to avoid creating a hazard. Never douse or squirtthe unit with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and decals with a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after each use.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

+ Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use. + Carry the unit with motor stopped. + Store the unit so the line limiter blade (on underside of shield) cannot cause injury. + Store unit indoor in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Store unit unplugged. + Do not hangunit so that the trigger switchis depressed. DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION This unit is double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction consists oftwo separate “layers” of electrical insulation instead of grounding. Tools buït 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 voit electrical outlet. Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool. The double in- sulation System only provides added protec- tion against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure. À WARNING: an electrical repairs to this _unit, including housing, switch, motor, locking sleeve assembly, wires, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double in- Sulated appliance must be recommended by the manufacturer. A double insulated ap- pliance is marked with the words “double in- sulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol (square within a square) [F1 may aiso 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY À WARNING: ir received assembled, review all assembly steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are seeuré. TUBE ASSEMBLY Upper Locking Sleeve Assembly

Wire protector Wires” Lower Locking Sleeve Assembly

1. Remove the wire protector from the

lower locking sleeve assembly. Push tubes together until they snap into place. Upper Tub: Groove + à = |2 Alignment Triangle

8. Try to pul tubes back apart. f the tubes do

not come apart, they are properiy snapped into place. IF the tubes come apart, repeat step 1 and push until the tubes snap into place.

4. Slide upper locking sleeve assembly over

lower locking sleeve assembly and tight- en by tuming clockwise.

5. Ensure locking sleeve assembly and

alignment decals appear as ilustrated be- low. Alignment decals À WARNING: Faiure to completely en- close excess wires in upper tube during aSsem- bly of the unit may result in damage to the wires and/or the unit or serious injury to the operator including electrocution. À WARNING: The upper and lower tubes must be snapped together, remain per- manently assembled together and the locking sleeve assembly must be fully tightened be- fore and during use to avoid serious injury to the operator and/or damage to the unit. DO NOT attempt to disassemble unit after initial assembly.

INSTALLATION OF ASSIST HANDLE

1. Place unit on a flat surface.

2. Remove knob and boit from kit.

3. Push assist handle over the clamp on

the tube (see illustration). Handle can be assembled as option 1 or 2 (Shown Below) depending on the users preference.

5. Adjust the handle up and down the tube

and pivot it to a comfortable position: tighten knob securely, = Assist handle Css

Trigger housing Clamp Option 1 Option 2

ATTACHING EDGE GUIDE AND

SHIELD À WARNING: The shielimustbe prop- ery installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to îhe operator and others. Your unit is equipped with a line limiter blade, which cuts excess line to the proper length while running. The line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you. NOTE: If shield is not proper installed, dam- age to unit (including motor failure) will result.

1. Insert edge guide into two holes in shield.

NOTE: Edge guide must be positioned on shield prior to installation on motor housing (see following ilustration).

Edge Guide CAUTION: Sharp line limiter blade Shield —

2. Insert 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 following illustration)

3. Twistthe shield as illustrated until the hole

in the shield aligns with the hole in the housings. Make sure the shield is assembled to the unit as shown in the following illustration and in the KNOW YOUR ÜNIT section of this manual.

4. Install bolt into shield and motor hous-

ing as shown. Tighten securely. Twist shield in this direction to assemble OPERATION

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

Debris Shield Céra | / Clamp— Retainer Recessed A Plug Locking Sleeve Assembly RECESSED PLUG The RECESSED PLUG is where you attach your extension cord to the unit. TRIGGER SWITCH The TRIGGER SWITCHis used toturn onthe unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit, Release to stop.

The LINE LIMITER BLADE cuts the cutting line to the proper cutting length. ASSIST HANDLE The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help hold and guide the unit. Twist and Edge Button _ Assist Handle Motor Housing Edge Guide Trimmer Head with 0.065 inch h Trimmer Line Line Limiter Blade TRIMMER HEAD The TRIMMER HEAD holds the cutting line and rotates during operation.

TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON

The TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON is used to twist the lower portion of the unit into an edg- ing position. EDGE GUIDE The EDGE GUIDE protects the unit from con- tacting the ground during edging.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit.

Loop your extension cord through the handle and'around the hook as shown. Insure the plug and cord are firmly and fully engaged. Gord Retainer Extension Cord

Edging Trimming À WARNING: aways 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 safous iniury. When operating unit, stand as shown and check for the following: + Wear eye protection and heavy clothing. + Hold trigger handle with right hand and as- sist handle with left hand. + Keep unit below waist level. Cut only from your right to your left to ensure debris is throun away from you. Without bending over, keep line near and parallel to the ground (perpendicular when edging) and not crowded into material being cut.

ADJUSTING TRIMMER HEIGHT

The height of the trimmer can be adjusted to achieve the most comfortable operating position.

1. Push the Twist'N Edge Button.

2. Adjust the trimmer to the desired height

by moving the motor housing up or down the tube (four height positions available).

8. Release the button. The tube will lock

When the trimmer is initially started, a small length of cutting line is fed out. After approximately 5 seconds, the line will be cut to the correct length by the line limiter as the motor reaches full speed. Make sure the motor is up to full speed before trimming. Ifthe noise of the cutting line being cut cannot be heard, more line will need to be fed out. To feed more line: + Allow the motor to stop completely: then, restart the motor and allow it to reach full speed. + Repeat until you hear the line hitting against the line limiter (do not repeat this procedure more than 6 times). I problems are experienced with the automatic line feed, refer to the TROUBLE- SHOOTING TABLE. To manually feed the nylon line: + Irequired, the cuttng line can be fed out manually. + To operate, press and release manual line feed button while gentiy pulling on the line until the line reaches the line limiter. Manual Line Feed Button + Ifthe line extends past the line limiter, too much line has been fed out. If too much line is fed out, remove the spool cap and click spool counterclockwise until the line is at the desired length.

A waRNIN : Use only 0.065 inch {1.65 mm) diameter round line. Other sizes and shapes of ie will not advance properly and will result in improper cutting head func- tion or 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. See page 2 for warning concerning other cutting devices. TRIMMING Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an an- gle. Allow only the tip of the line to make con- tact. Do not force trimmer line into work area. Trimming 3 inches (8 cm) above ground EDGING POSITION While holding the trimmer in operating posi- tion, you can press this button and twist the lower portion 180° counterclockwise for edging. Button

EDGING While edging allow the tip of the line to make contact. Do notforce the line. The edge guard helps protect the unit and keeps the unit from contacting the ground. Take extra caution while edging as objects can be thrown from the trimmer line. SCALPING The scalping technique removes unwanted vegetation. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 8 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an angl. 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 dam- age the tool. Mowing SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotating 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

MAINTENANCE A WARNING: _ pisconnect power source before performing maintenance. GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS The warranty onthis unit does not coveritems. that have béen subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.

WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or wom parts. + Trigger Switch - Ensure switch functions properiy by pressing and releasing the trig- ger switch. Make sure motor stops. + Debris Shield - Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-

CALS + After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us- ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent. + Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth

1. Disconnect the unit from the power

2. Press and hold in the two cap release

8. Pull cap away from the hub.

5. Clean entire surface of hub and spool

6. Replace with a pre-wound spool or cut a

length of 26 feet (8 meters) of 0.065” (1.65 mm) diameter WEED EATER brand line. Use of heavier lines could overload and damage unit. À WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile.

7. Insert end of line about 1/2 inch (1 cm)

into small hole on the inside of the spool.

8. Wind the line evenly and tightiy onto the

spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow found on the spool

9. Push the line into the notch, leaving 3to5

inches (7 - 12 cm) unwound. Notches

10. Place spool into hub with cut out area of

spool in line with eyelet (see illustration). Cut out area of spool Eyelet

11. Remove line from notch and feed line

REPLACEMENT PART PART NUMBER

Spool with 0.065 inch Trimmer Line 9252711920 Assist Handie 57449560 Boit Carriage, M6 X 1 57449590 Knob 57447310 Clamp 57449580 Shield Assembly 57449540 Edge Guide 57449160 Spool cap 57449220 Boit 57447160 RAGE + Store unit and extension cord indoors in a À WARNING: Perfomm the following high, dry place out of the reach of children. steps after each use. Store unit unplugged. + Stop the unit and disconnect the power + Store unit with all guards in place. Position source when not in use. unit so that any sharp object cannot acci- + Cany the unit with motor stopped. dentally cause injury. + Store the unit so the line limiter blade can- not cause injury. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before per-

forming all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating.

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Trimmer head | 1. Crowdingtimmerline | 1. Allow tip ofline to do the cutting, stops under a against material being load or does not | cut. tum when switch | 2. Electrical failure. 2. Contact your authorized service dealer. is pressed. 8. Thrown circuit breaker. | 3. Check breaker box

4. Debris stopping head. | 4: Remove debris.

Line does not | 1. Line improperly routed | 1. Check line routing. advance or in head. breaks while | 2. Line improperly 2. Rewind line tightiy and eventy. cutting. wound into spool

3. incorrect line size 8. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.

4. Not enough line 4. Remove spool cap and pull 4 inches

outside of head. {10 cm) of line out of head.

5. Dirt buildup on unit 5. Clean unit.

Line welds onto | 1. Line sizeis incorrect. | 1. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line. spool. 2: incorrect spool. 2: Replace with correct spool

3. Line is being crowded | 3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.

against material being cut. Line releases | 1. Line impropeny 1. Check line routing continuously. routed in head

2. Spool damaged. 2. Replace spool.

Line usageis |1. Line improperly routed | 1. Check line routing. excessive. in head.

2. Line size is incorrect 2. Replace spool

3. Crowding line against | 3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.

4. Spool worn or damaged._| 4. Replace spool

Line pulls back 1. Too lille line outside 1. Remove spool cap and pull 4 inches into head. of head. {10 cm) of ine outside of head.

LIMITED WARRANTY WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc. warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new WEED EATER brand electric or cordiess 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 cordiess product within two (2) years from the original date of purchase. H your WÉED EATER brand electric or cordiess 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 or 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. 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC 28269 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.

WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-

LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-

QUENTIAL DAMAGES, $0 THE ABOVE LIM-

ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU. This is a limited warranty within the meaning of thatterm as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975. The policy of WEED EATER is to continuous- 1 improve its products. Therefore, WEED ÉATÉR reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue models, designs, specifica- tions, and accessories of all products at any time without notice or obligation to any pur- chaser.