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USER MANUAL 2400 WEED EATER

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IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBO]

À oancer: Blades move momentarily after the trigger switch is released. + The blades can seriously cut your or others. + Allow blades to stop before removing them from the cut. + Do not overreach. AWARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious injury. AWARNING: This uni is double insulated. Faure to have the unit repaired by qualified service personnel can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury. Read the operators manual before use. Faïlure to follow instructions could resuit in serious injury. Save operators manual To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose unit to water. Do not operate unit on wet ground or in rain. ) Blades can throw objects viclentiy. You can be Ô Ÿ blinded or injured. Always wear héaring protection and safety classes marked Z87. AWays wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boois, and gloves.

6) Secure hair above shoulder length.

Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing, S or clothing with loosing hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts. This unit is double insulated. Al internal service must be completed by an authorized service dealer. Disconnect ° unit from power source before cleaning or servicing.

use. Do not use with damaged cord. Repair or replace damaged cord immediately. Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out ofthe reach of children. Store unit unplugged. This unit is for household use only and not for commercial When servicing unit, use only identical replace- ment parts. Never allow children to operate this unit. Hazard zone for thrown objects + Blades can throw objects violent. + Others can be blinded or injured. + Keep people and animals 80 feet (10 m) away. SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

A WARNING: wnenusingelectrc 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. 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 warnings and instructions. Never allow children to operate this unit. Close attention is necessary when used near children.

OPERATOR SAFETY â DANGER:_RISK OF CUT. KEEP HANDS AND FÉET AWAY FROM BLADE. Keep both hands on handles when power is on. Do not attempt to clear away cut material when blades are in motion. Make sure trigger switchis not engaged and power source is disconnected when removing jammed material from blades. Do not grab or hold unit by blades. + Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op- erating, or performing maintenance on your 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. Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not go barefoot orwear short pants, sandals, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts. Always wear hearing protection when us- ing this unit. Being fully covered also helps protect you rom debris and pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by the blades, which could be more ofa hazard than touchingthe plant itself. 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 cany unit with your finger on the trigger switch. Be sure the trigger switch is not en- gaged before connecting the extension cord. ELECTRICAL SAFETY À WARNING: avoid a dangerous env ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use on wet hedges or shrub- bery. 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 possibilty of electrical shock. + Use a voltage supply as shown on unit. + Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of lammable 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 wil require the use of a polarized extension cord. The ap- pliance plug wil fit into a polarized exten- Sion cord only one way. lfthe plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. the plug still does not ft, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. À polar- ized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug wil fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fi full into the wall outlet, re- verse the plug. fit still does notfi, contact a qualïied 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 cordbefore use andreplace if damaged. Do not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deteriora- tion. Plug connectors must be undamaged An undersized extension cord will cause a dropin line voltage resulting in loss of pow- er and overheating. Ifin doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge num- ber, the heavierthe cord (see SELÉCT AN EXTENSION 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 trigger switch does notturn the unit on and off proper. Repair to the switch must be made by your authorized service dealer. Keep the extension cord clear of operator, blades and obstacles at all times. Do not ex- pose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges. Blades can cut extension cord. Keep the extension cord away from the blades. À cut extension cord can cause serious electrical shock to you or others. To avoid the possibilty of electric shock, avoid body contact with any grounded con- ductor, such as metal fences or pipes. Inspect hedge trimmer cord periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an au- thorized service dealer Ground Fautt 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. Damaged parts must be repaired or replaced by your autho- rized service dealer. Inspect entire unit, including blade and handguard, before each use. Have dam- aged parts repaired or replaced by your au- thorized service dealer. Make sure all han- dles, guards, andfasteners are in place and securely fastened

Do not repair unit yourself. Before using the unit, have your service deal- er replace blades or parts that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way. Throw away damaged or bent blades. Use only WEED EATER blades and other replacement parts and accessories as re- commended. CUTTING SAFETY A WARNING: _ inspect area to be timmed before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be wrap around or be thrown by blades or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation. + Do not use hedge trimmer without hand- guard attached Dont force unit it wil do the job better and with less ikelhood of a risk of injury atthe rate for which it was designed. Keep children away. Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and helpers at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the work area. Stop the unit immediately if you are approached Always keep unit in front of your body. Hold handies firmiy with both hands. Don overreach or stand on unstable support such as ladders, stools, truck beds, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times. Do not raise unit above your shoulders. Keep all parts of your body away from the blades. Use unit properiy. Use only for jobs ex- plained in this manual. Üse only in daylight or in good artificial light. MAINTENANCE SAFETY À WARNING: nisconnectunittromthe power supply before performing mainte- nance. + Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Have all service and maintenance not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- Hhorized service dealer to avoid creating a hazard. 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. + Keep the blades and air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the mo- tor. Clean after each use.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

+ Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use. Cary the unit with motor stopped and the blades away from your body. + Secure the unit before storing or transport- ing it in a vehicle. + Store unit so blades cannot accidentally cause injury. + Do not store near fertlizers or chemicals which can corrode metal parts. Store unit indoors 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: ai electrical repair to this unit, including housing, switch, motor, wires, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement paris for a double insulated appliance must be recommended by the manufacturer. À double insulated appliance is marked with the words “double insulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol (square within a square) [F1 may also be marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by qualified service person- nel can cause the double insulation construc- tion to become ineffective and result in seri- ous injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY À WARNING: Beiore using ne hecge trimmer, ensure all fasteners are secure. Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- aged parts. NOTE: ff you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723. ASSEMBLY Your hedge trimmer is fully assembled, no as- sembly is necessary.

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

Power cord God. TRIGGER SWITCH The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to tum on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit after lock-out button has been pushed for- ward. Release the trigger to tum the unit of.

TRIGGER LOCK-OUT BUTTON

The TRIGGER LOCK-OUT button is a con- trol feature designed to prevent the motor from being accidentally started. When the rear handle is grippedin anormal cutting posi- Motor Housing Handguard Rear Front handle Blade tion, the trigger lock-out button can be pushed forward by the thumb, permitting the index finger to squeeze the trigger. It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the trigger lock-out button once the trigger has been en- gaged.

FRONT HANDLE AND REAR

HANDLE The FRONT HANDLE and REAR HANDLE are used to maintain control of the unit. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit.

To prevent disconnection from unit, secure ex- tension cord to power cord.

1. Formaloopin extension cord and pushthe

loop through the hole in the rear handle. 2... Position the loop over the cord retainer and pull back to secure.

3. Connect power cord of unit to extension

When operating unit, stand as shown and check for the following: + Wear eye protection and heavy clothing + Grip rear handle with right hand and front handle with left hand + Keep unit below waist level

To stop the unit, release the trigger switch, al- low blades to stop, then move the hedge trim- mer away from the cutting area.

Connect the unit to a power source using he proper size extension cord (see SE- LECT AN EXTENSION CORD) Grip front and rear handies firmiy. Push the trigger lock-out button forward with your right hand thumb

4. Squeeze and hold the trigger switch.

+ Read important safety instructions before operating.

+ Do not cut stems greater than 3/8 inch (1 cm) thick. + During operation, keep extension cord be- hind the trimmer; never drape over hedge being trimmed. Top Cutting Use a wide sweeping motion for top cutng. À slight downward tt of the cutting blades in the direction of motion gives the best cuttng results Side Cutting When trimming the sides of a hedge, begin at the bottom and cut upwards.

MAINTENANCE CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES À WARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.

Check for loose fasteners and parts Before each use Check for damaged or worn parts Before each use Inspect and clean unit and labels After each use Lubricate blades After each use GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty onthis unit does not cover items. that have been 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 properiy maintain your unit.

+ Housing screws + Handguard + Blade

WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts. + Trigger Switch - Ensure switch functions properly by pressing and releasing the trig- ger switch. Make sure motor stops. + Pigtail plug and extension cord - Discontin- ue use of uni if pigtail cord becomes dam- aged. Have damaged cords replaced by your authorized service dealer.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND

LABELS + After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us- ing a damp cloih with a mild detergent.

+ Use a soft brush to remove debris from all air intakes and the cutting blade. LUBRICATE BLADES + Stopthe motor and disconnectthe unitfrom the power source. + Remove any debris on blades. + Cleanallparts and check for damage. Have damaged parts replaced. Be cautious of sharp edges. + Apply a light machine oil along the edge of the top and bottom straps. NOTE: Ensure handies remain clean and STORAGE A WARNING: Perform the folowing steps after each use. + Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use. + Carry the unit with motor stopped. + Store the unit so the blades cannot cause injury. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE + Store unit and extension cord indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Store unit unplugged. + Store unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci- dentally cause injury. A WARNING: Aiays stop unit and disconnect from the power source before per- forming al of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating.

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Unit fails to 1. Electrical failure. 1. Contact your authorized service dealer. operate 2: Thrown circuit breaker. _ | 2. Check Breaker Box.

3. Debris stopping blade. | 3. Remove debris.

Cutting blades | 1. Forcing blade into 1. Cut at a slower pace. stop under a material being cut. vibration load or do not | 2. Blades clogged with 2. Clean debris from blades. move when debris. trigger switch | 3. Unit not plugged in. 8. Plug unit into a 120 voit outiet, is pressed 4. None of îhe above 4. Contact your authorized service dealer. Poor cutting 1. Unit is being used 1. Ensure the product is being used quality incorrectiy. correctiy.

2. Blades clogged with 2. Clean debris from blades.

3. Damaged blades. 8. Contact your authorized service dealer.

Excessive 1. Damaged blades. 1. Contact your authorized service dealer.

LIMITED WARRANTY WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Con- sumer Outdoor Products NA. Inc, warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new WEED EATER brand electric or cordiess pro- duct is free from defects in material and work- manship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defecive WEËD EATER brand electric or cordiess product within two (2) years from the original date of purchase. If your WEED EATER brand electric or cord- less product should fai withinthe limited war- ranty period, you may return it in complete condition, prepaid, with proof of purchase, to the dealer rom whomit was purchased for re- pair or replacement at the option of WEED EATER. This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or ability caused by improper handing, improper maintenance or alteration, or the use of accessories and/or attachments not specificaly recommended by WEED EATER for this product. Additionall, this warranty does not cover parts that will wear and require re- placement with reasonable use during the war- ranty period. This warranty does not cover pre- delivery set-up or nomma adjustments explained in the instruction manual. Should you have any unanswered questions conceming this warranty, please contact: WEED EATER, a division of Husqvama Consumer Outdoor Products NA. Inc. 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte, NC 28269 1-800-554-6723 In Canada, contact:

850 Matheson Blvd. West Mississauga, Ontario LV 0B4 Giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorzed dealer from whom it was purchased.

LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-

QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIM-

ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY

This is a limited warranty within the meaning of thatterm as defined inthe Magnuson- Moss Act of 1975. The policy of WEED EATER is to continuous- y 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.