Partner Tech T330+ User's Manual
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1. T330 GB FR DE ES INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this unit Retain these instructions for future reference MANUEL D INSTRUCTIONS RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS Avant d utiliser cet appareil veuillez lire atentivement les instructions et assurez vous de les avoir comprises Conservez les instructions pour r f rence ult rieure BETRIEBSANWEISUNG WICHTIGE INFORMATION Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handhabung des Ger ts aufmerksam durch Verwenden Sie es erst wenn Sie sicher sind daB Sie alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und gut aufbewahren MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES INFORMACION IMPORTANTE Lea atentamente las instrucciones y aseg rese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato Conserve las instruc ciones para la referencia en el futuro 545058758 1 3 06 IDENTIFICATION WHAT IS WHAT Fuel tank 12 Throttle trigger S Handlebar 13 Throttle lock out 22 ON OFF switch 14 Starter handle Shoulder strap clamp 15 Fuel cap Shoulder strap 16 Primer bulb Trimmer head 17 Choke lever N Line limiter blade 18 Muffler Shield 19 Wrench Shaft 20 Hex wrench 10 Coupler 21 Instruction manual 11 Blade 22 Transport guard IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS OONOARWDH A D F I gt Ai T B E2. Stop coasting blade by contact with cut material OPERATOR SAFETY Dress properly Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op erating or performing maintenance on your unit safety glasses are available Eye protection should be marked Z87 Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Wearing safety leg guards is recommended Always wear foot protection Do not go barefoot or wear sandals Stay clear of blade 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 Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line Stay alert Do not operate this unit when you are tired ill upset or under the influence of al cohol drugs or medication Watch what you are doing use common sense Wear hearing protection Long or continu ous exposure to high noise levels may cause permanent hearing impairment Never start or run inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill Keep handles free of oil and fuel Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with a blade see ASSEMBLY UNIT MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING Stop unit and disconnect the spark plug before performing mainte nance except carburetor adjustments Thro
3. Throttle Lock out Starter Handle Throttle Trigger NOTE The throttle lock out is designed to prevent unintentional use of the throttle trig ger The lock out must be pressed with the palm of your hand as you grip the throttle han dle before the trigger can be used Set unit on a flat surface Move ON OFF switch to the ON position Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE position by aligning lever with position shown on de cal see illustration below AON Choke position 5 Squeeze and hold trigger through all re maining steps 6 Pull starter rope handle sharply until en gine sounds as if it is trying to start but do not pull rope more than 6 times 7 As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to start move choke lever to HALF CHOKE by aligning lever with position shown on decal see illustration below position BI decal ON 8 Pullstarter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls If the engine doesn t start after 6 pulls at the HALF CHOKE position move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position and press the primer bulb 6 times Squeeze and hold thethrottle trigger and pull the starter rope 2 more times Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the start er rope until the engine runs but no more than 6 pulls NOTE If engine still doesn t start it is probably flooded Proceed to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE 9 Once th
4. 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 Never run unit without the proper equipment attached Check air intake opening frequently always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected Keep vents and discharge tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow Never place any object in air intake opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit 13 Never use for spreading chemicals fertilizers or other substances which may contain toxic materials Toavoid spreading fire do not use near leaf or brush fires fireplaces barbecue pits ashtrays etc CULTIVATOR SAFETY WARNING Rotating tines can cause serious injury Keep away from rotating tines Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug 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 Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that might stop the tines If heavy contact occurs stop the engine and inspect the unit for damage Never operate the cultivator without the tine cover in place and properly secured Keep the tines an
5. G A J ca Al 4 C H K 10000 rpm om gt m m WARNING This brushcutter can be dangerous Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury Read and understand the instruction manual before using the brushcutter Always use Ear protection eye protection head protection boots and gloves DANGER Blade can thrust violently away from material it does not cut Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs Keep people and animals 15 meters away WARNING Blade trimmer line can throw objects violently You and others can be blinded or injured Always wear eye protection and leg protection The operator of the machine must insure that no one comes within a 15 meter radius while working When several operators are working within the same area a safety dis tance of at least 15 meters must be observed Use unleaded or quality leaded petrol and two stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 2 596 Engine ON STOP Switch AC IQ Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow Guaranteed sound power level according to Directive 2000 14 EC Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle rpm SAFETY RULES WARNING When using gardening appliances basic safety precautions should al ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury Read and follow all instructions DANGER This power tool can be dangerous This unit can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the op
6. ISO EN 11806 measured in accordance with EN 27917 dB A 95 6 95 6 SOUND POWER LEVELS in accordance with ISO EN 11806 measured in accordance with ISO EN 10884 dB A 105 7 105 7 VIBRATION LEVELS measured in accordance with ISO 7916 FRONT HANDLE Idling m s2 10 3 11 8 Racing m s2 14 5 8 7 REAR HANDLE Idling m s2 6 5 6 8 Racing m s 14 8 8 6 YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION 2006 MANUFACTURER S ADDRESS Electrolux Outdoor Products Italy Via Como 72 Valmadrera Lecco ITALY 1 23868 19
7. dis connect spark plug before removing or instal ling attachments REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH MENT OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT TACHMENTS 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 Lower TIGHTEN 2 Press and hold the locking release button Locking Release Button YES Lower Attachment 3 While securely holding the engine and up per shaft pull the attachment straight out of the coupler INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH MENTS 1 Remove the shaft cap from the attach ment if present 2 Position locking release button of attach ment 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 se curely by turning clockwise Coupler Primary Hole Guide Recess Semis Locking Release Button WARNING Make sure the locking release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op erating the unit All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment instruction manual Using the wrong hole could lead to seri ous injury or damage to the unit Upper Attachment Secondary Hole Locking Release Button in Primary Hole 10 OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR g Hea
8. erator and others The warnings and safety instructions inthis manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using the unit The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit Read the entire in struction manual before assembling and us ingthe unit Restrict the use of this unit to per sons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit Never allow children to operate this unit hildren to operate this unit ch A INSTRUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION MANUAL ON THE UNIT A DANGER Blade can thrust violently away from material it does not cut Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs Keep people and animals 15 meters away WARNING Blade trimmer line can throw objects violently You and others can be blinded or injured Wear safety glasses and leg protection o le WARNING Hazard zone for thrown objects Blade Trimmer line can throw objects violently Others can be blinded or injured Keep people and animals 15 meters away Hazard Zone A WARNING Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the blade WARNING The blade continues to spin after the throttle is released or engine is turned off The coasting blade can throw objects or seriously cut if accidentally touched Stop the blade by contacting the right hand side of the coasting blade with material already cut
9. petrol must be mixed with a good quality 2 cycle air cooled engine oil We recommend using a good quality fully synthetic oil mixed at a ratio of 40 1 2 5 A 40 1 ratio is obtained by mix ing 5 liters of unleaded petrol with 0 125 liter of oil DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil These oils will cause engine damage When mixing fuel follow instructions printed on oil con tainer Once oil is added to gasoline shake con tainer momentarily to assure that the fuel is thor oughly mixed Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the en gine and let it run until the fuel lines and carbure tor are empty Use fresh fuel next season Nev er use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT To stop the engine move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position HOW TO START YOUR UNIT WARNING Avoid any contact with the muffler A hot muffler can cause serious burns STARTING A COLD ENGINE or a warm engine after running out of fuel Starting Position
10. sembly procedures AWARNING If received assembled repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure Examine parts for damage Do not use dam aged parts It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer TOOLS REQUIRED Hex wrench provided Adjustable wrench Phillips screwdriver INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT CAUTION When installing brushcutter at tachment place the unit on a flat surface for stability 1 Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise Shipping protector TIGHTEN Remove shipping protector from coupler Remove the shaft cap from the brushcutter attachment if present Position locking release button of attach ment into guide recess of coupler Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking release button snaps into the primary hole 6 Before using the unit tighten the knob se curely by turning clockwise a e em Coupler bed Release Shat Button WARNING Make sure the locking release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op erating the unit All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment instruction manual Using the wrong hole could lead to seri ou
11. the cutting blade Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of debris POLE PRUNER SAFETY WARNING The reciprocating blade rotating chain can cause severe injury In spectthe unit before use Do not operate unit with a bent cracked or dull blade or dull chain Keep away from the blade chain WARNING The reciprocating blade rotating chain is sharp Do not touch To pre vent serious injury always stop engine and ensure blade chain has stopped moving dis connect spark plug and wear gloves when changing or handling the blade or chain A WARNING A coesting blade rotating chain can cause injury while it continues to move after the engine is stopped Maintain proper control of the unit until the blade chain has completely stopped moving Keep hands face and feet at a distance from all moving parts Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade or chain when it is moving AS WARNING Falling objects can cause severe head injury Wear head protec tion when operating this unit with a pole prun er attachment A WARNING To prevent serious injury do not use more than one boom extension with a pole pruner attachment 14 WARNING Keep the pruner away from power lines or electrical wires Only use for pruning limbs or branches up to 4 inches in diameter Do not operate the unit faster than the speed needed to prune Do not run the unit at high speed when not pruning Always stop the unit when work is de
12. the terrain and other hidden hazards Make sure the rotor will spin freely before attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen ice thaw the unit before thoroughly before attempting to operate under power Keep the rotor clear of debris Do not throw snow near other people The snow thrower could propel small objects at high speed causing injury After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect spark plug and inspect the snowthrower for damage and repair if necessary before restarting unit Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures automobiles and trucks Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a roof Never operate the snowthrower near window wells dropoffs etc Never discharge snow onto public roads or near moving traffic Clear snow from slopes by going up and down never across Use caution when changing directions Never clear snow from Steep slopes Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after clearing snow so moving parts do not freeze Look behind and use care when backing up Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse Know how to stop quickly MAINTENANCE WARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS Spark Plug Boot Air Filter Housing Screws Handlebar Screws Debris Shield CHECK FOR DAMA
13. GED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re placement of damaged or worn parts ON OFF Switch Ensure ON OFF switch functions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position Make sure engine stops then restart engine and continue Fuel Tank Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks Debris Shield Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter gent Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth 15 CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine perform ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions Always clean after every 5 hours of operation 1 Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed 2 Remove parts as illustrated NOTE Donotclean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire haz ard or producing harmful evaporative emis sions 3 Wash the filter in soap and water 4 Allow filter to dry 5 Replace parts SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE 1 Press the tabs on the side of the trimmer head and remove cover and spool SSS aE C AM Cover Ss N a e Tab ber Tr ER TES Tap Button 2 Remove any remaining line 3 Clean dirt and debris from all parts
14. MENT A WARNING Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments The trimmer head will be spinning during most of this pro cedure Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions After making adjustments the trimmer head must not move spin at idle speed The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions Engine will not idle when the throttle is re leased The trimmer head moves spins at idle speed Make adjustments with the unit supported so the cutting attachment is off the ground and will not make contact with any object Hold the unit by hand while running and making ad justments Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachment and muffler Idle Speed Adjustment Allow engine to idle Adjust speed until engine runs without trimmer head moving or spinning idle speed too fast or engine stalling idle speed too slow Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in crease engine speed if engine stalls or dies A WARNING Perform the following steps after each use Allow engine to cool before storing or trans porting Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Empty fuel tank before storing or transport ing the unit Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of children Store unit with all gua
15. Re place spool if it is worn or damaged 4 Replace with a pre wound spool or re place line using a 4 5 meters length of 2 4 mm diameter Partner amp brand line 5 When installing new line on an existing spool hold the spool as shown in the il lustration below 6 Bend the line at the midpoint and insert the bend into the slot in the center rim of the spool Ensure line snaps into position in the slot Air Filter Cover Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better Set spark plug gap at 0 6 mm Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable 1 Twist then pull off spark plug boot 2 Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis card 3 Replace with Champion RCJ 6Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 19 mm Socket wrench 4 Reinstall the spark plug boot 7 With your finger between the lines wrap the lines evenly and firmly around the spool in a clockwise direction 8 Position the lines in the guide slots Guide Slot 9 Insert the ends of the lines through exit holes in the sides of the cover 10 Place the spool in the cover 11 Make sure the lines are not caught be tween the rim of the spool and the wall of the cover 12 Reinstall the spool and cover onto the trimmer head Push until cover snaps into place BLADE REPLACEMENT Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re placement instructions and illustrations 16 CARBURETOR ADJUST
16. all fuel spills Move at least 3 meters away from fueling site before starting engine Stop engine and allow to cool before re moving fuel cap Always store gasoline in a container ap proved for flammable liquids CUTTING SAFETY WARNING Inspectthe areato be cut before each use Remove objects rocks broken glass nails wire string etc which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade or trimmer head Keep others including children animals bystanders and helpers at least 50 feet 15 meters away Stop engine immediately if you are approached Always keep engine on the right hand side of your body Hold the unit firmly with both hands Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Keep blade or trimmer head below waist level Do not raise engine above your waist Keep all parts of your body away from blade trimmer head and muffler when engine is running A hot muffler can cause serious burns Cut from your left to your right Cutting on right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator Use only in daylight or good artificial light Use only for jobs explained in this manual TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE Allow the engine to cool secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle Empty fuel tank before storing or transport ing the unit Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va pors cannot
17. bout 6 inches 15 cm below the waist 3 Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located between the trigger handle and the handle bar clamp base and lift the tool to the operat ing position 4 Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and balance before starting the engine or be ginning a cutting operation NOTE It may be necessary to relocate the shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper balancing of unit TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP CLAMP 1 Loosen and remove both clamp screws 2 Place the upper shoulder strap clamp over the shaft 3 Position the lower shoulder strap clamp under the shaft and align the upper and lower clamp screw holes Upper Shoulder Strap Clamp Lower eae Strap Clamp l Screws 4 Insert two screws into the screw holes 5 Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten ing screws with a hex wrench HARNESS ADJUSTMENT FOR BALANCE 15 cm below waist 30 inches 76 cm CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT You can configure your unit using a cutting head for grass and light weeds or a weed blade for cutting grass weeds and brush up to 1 cm in diameter To assemble your unit go to the sec tion for the desired configuration and follow the instructions ASSEMBLY INFORMATION TRIMMER HEAD val TRIMMER NOTE Remove the blade and metal shield be fore attaching the plastic shield and trimmer head To remove blade align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by
18. ce dealer Engine 1 Choke partially on 1 Adjust choke smokes 2 Fuel mixture incorrect 2 Empty fuel tank and refill with excessively correct fuel mixture 3 Air filter dirty 3 Clean or replace air filter 4 Carburetor requires 4 Contact an authorized service dealer adjustment Engine runs 1 Fuel mixture incorrect 1 Empty fuel tank and refill with hot correct fuel mixture Replace with correct spark plug Contact an authorized service dealer A WP Contact an authorized service dealer DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY relating to 2000 14 EC EC Declaration of Conformity relating to 2000 14 EC We Electrolux Home Products Inc Texarkana TX 75501 USA T l 1 903 223 4100 declare under sole responsibility that the Partner model T330 brushcutter was assessed in accordance with Annex V of the DIRECTIVE and from serial numbers 2005 335N00001 and onwards conforms to the provisions of the DIRECTIVE The cutting width is 431 mm The measured sound power is 108 dB and the guaranteed sound power is 114 dB Texarkana 05 12 01 n j f Michael S Bounds Director Product Safety and Standards 18 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY relating to 98 37 EC EC Declaration of Conformity Directive 98 37 EC Annex II A Only applies to Europe We Electrolux Home Products Inc Texarkana TX 75501 USA T l 1 903 223 4100 Declare under sole responsibility that the Partner model T330 brushcutter from ser
19. d guard clear of debris After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug and inspect the cultivator for damage Repair before restarting Disconnect attachment from the drive engine before cleaning the tines with a hose and water to remove any build up Oil the tines to prevent rust Always wear gloves when servicing or cleaning the tines The tines become very sharp from use e Do not run unit at high speed unless cultivating HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY DANGER RISK OF CUT KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE Blade moves momentarily after the trigger is re leased Do not attempt to clear away cut ma terial when the blade is in motion Make sure the switch is in the OFF position the spark plug wire is disconnected and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed material from the cutting blade Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade Blades move Allow blades to stop momentarily before removing after the them from the cut trigger is released 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 e 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 Always keep unit in front of your body Keep all parts of your body away from
20. e engine starts allow it to run 10 seconds then move the choke lever to OFF CHOKE by aligning lever with position shown on decal see following illustration Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle trigger NOTE If engine dies with the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls Choke position STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1 Move ON OFF switch to the ON position 2 Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position 3 Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs smoothly 4 Pullstarter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 5 pulls 5 Allow engine to run 15 seconds then move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE position NOTE If engine has not started pull starter rope 5 more pulls If engine still does not run it is probably flooded STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position then pull the rope to clear the engine of ex cess fuel This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded If the unit still doesn t start refer to TROU BLESHOOTING TABLE OPERATING THE COUPLER This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed A WARNING Always stop unit and
21. e thrown by the blade or can wrap around the shaft Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is released The blade can seriously cut you or others Allow blade to stop before removing it from the cut Blade rotates Allow blade to stop momentarily before removing it after the from the cut trigger is released 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 Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when the engine is running or when cutting blade is moving Always keep the wheel and depth adjusting skid in contact with the ground Always push the unit slowly over the ground Stay alert for uneven sidewalks holes in the terrain large roots etc Always use the handlebar when using edger attachment BLOWER VACUUM SAFETY A WARNING Inspectarea before start ing unit Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks glass wire etc that can rico chet be thrown or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation Do not set unit on any surface except a clean hard area while engine is running 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 Never place objects inside the blower tubes vacuum tubes or blower outlet
22. er onto the shaft Make sure the cupped side of the washer is toward the blade 6 Install the blade nut by threading onto the shaft counterclockwise Gearbox v Retaining i Blade Washer gt Cupped Washer cL E Nut NOTE Make sure all parts are in place as il lustrated and the blade is sandwiched between the dust cup and the retaining washer There should be no space between the blade and the dust cup or the retaining washer 7 Align hole in dust cup with hole in side of gearbox by rotating the blade 8 Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turning while tightening the blade nut Screwdriver ze 9 Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench while holding screwdriver in position 10 Remove the screwdriver 11 Turn blade by hand If the blade binds against the shield or appears to be uneven the blade is not centered and you must re install NOTE To remove blade insert screwdriver into aligned holes Unthread the nut and re move parts Be sure to store parts and instruc tions for future use 8 OPERATION WARNING Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you be gin If you do not understand the safety rules do not attempt to fuel your unit Contact an authorized service dealer FUELING ENGINE WARNING Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling This engine is certified to operate on un leaded petrol Before operation
23. hrottle trigger Move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE Thetrimmer 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 oper ated To advance line Operate the engine at full throttle Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above the grassy area 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 Tapping on surfaces such as concrete or as phalt 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 ob tain the most efficient line length WARNING Use only 0 095 2 4 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 dur ing cutting and become a dangerous missile that can cause serious injury 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 the trimmer head become entangled in the line or be thrown caus
24. ial numbers 2005 335N00001 and onwards follows the provisions of the DIRECTIVES 98 37 EC machinery and 89 336 EEC electromagnetic compatibility including amendments and is in conformity with the following standards EN 12100 2 EN ISO 11806 and CISPR 12 SMP The Swedish Machinery Testing Institute Fyrisborgsgatan 3 S 754 50 Uppsala Sweden has carried out voluntary type approval The certificate s are numbered SEC 04 1035 Texarkana 05 12 01 e 7 Michael S Bounds Director Product Safety and Standards TECHNICAL DATA SHEET MODEL T330 Blade Trimmer ENGINE Displacement cm3 32 32 Maximum engine power measured in accordance with ISO 8893 kW 0 7 0 7 ENGINE ROTATIONAL SPEEDS At maximum engine power rpm 7000 7000 Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle 10000 10000 Engine speed at recommended maximum spindle rotational frequency 7400 7400 Recommended speed idling rpm 3000 3000 FUEL AND LUBRICATION SYSTEM Fuel tank volume capacity cm3 325 325 Fuel consumption at maximum engine power measured in accordance with ISO 8893 g h 399 399 Specified fuel consumption at max engine power measured in accordance with ISO 8893 g kWh 435 435 WEIGHT Without cutting attachment or shield empty tank kg 5 9 5 9 CUTTING ATTACHMENT Weed blade part number 530055892 Opt Cutting head assembly part number Opt 537419202 NOISE LEVELS Octave Band Analysis 100 10000hz 1 3 Octave SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS in accordance with
25. ing a serious hazard 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 Line crowded into work area Right 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 For trimming or scalping use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear especially During light duty cutting Near objects around which the line can wrap such as small posts trees or fence wire 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 11 Trimming 3 inches 8 cm above ground SCALPING The scalping technique removes 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 in creases line wear Scalping a MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach In the mowing position keep the line parallel
26. layed or when walking from one cutting location to another If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object stop the engine immediately and check for damage Have any damage repaired by an authorized service dealer before attempting further operations Discard blades that are bent warped cracked or broken Stop the unit immediately if you feel excessive vibration Vibration is a sign of trouble Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts bolts or damage before continuing Contact an authorized service dealer for repair or replacement of affected parts as necessary SNOW THROWER SAFETY WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the rotor when starting or running the engine Never attempt to clear the rotor with the engine motor running Stop engine and disconnect spark plug before unclogging snow or debris from discharge chute or when adjusting vanes hj gt L 4 4 ALD 7 4 WARNING Never lean over dis charge chute Rocks or debris could be thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri ous 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 Direct material discharge away from glass enclosures automobiles etc Do not run engine at high speed while not removing snow Be attentive when using the snowthrower and stay alert for holes in
27. make sure shaft is fully inserted into the engine Always release the throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle speed when not cut ting The blade should not turn while the en gine is running at idle If the blade turns at idle do not use your unit Refer to the CARBURE TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your authorized service dealer Maintain good firm footing while using the unit Do this by planting feet firmly in a comfortable apart position Cut while swinging the upper part of your body from left to right As you move forward to the next area to cut be sure to maintain your balance and footing RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION a 2 o clock Cut using the 2 i o clock to 4 o clock ha 4 o clock position of the blade WARNING The operator or others must nottry to clear away cut material with the engine running or the blade turning to avoid serious injury Stop engine and blade before removing materials wrapped around blade or shaft ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS A WARNING For each optional attach ment used read entire instruction manual be fore use and follow all warnings and instruc tions in manual and on attachment A WARNING Ensure handlebar is installed on upper shaft engine end of unit at all times Handlebar P EDGER SAFETY WARNING Inspect the area to be edged before each use Remove objects rocks broken glass nails wire etc which can b
28. onnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start D ON OFF switch in OFF position Engine flooded Fuel tank empty Spark plug not firing Fuel not reaching carburetor Carburetor requires 1 Move ON OFF switch to ON position See Starting a Flooded Engine in Operation Section Fill tank with correct fuel mixture Install new spark plug Check for dirty fuel filter replace Check for kinked or split fuel line repair or replace Contact an authorized service dealer oO Nm o 2 3 4 Spark plug incorrect Carburetor requires adjustment Carbon build up on muffler outlet screen adjustment Engine will 1 Carburetor requires 1 See Carburetor Adjustment in not idle adjustment Service and Adjustments Section properly 2 Crankshaft seals worn 2 Contact an authorized service dealer 3 Compression low 3 Contact an authorized service dealer Engine will not 1 Air filter dirty 1 Clean or replace air filter accelerate 2 Spark plug fouled 2 Clean or replace plug lacks power and regap or dies under 3 Carburetor requires 3 Contact an authorized service dealer a load adjustment 4 Carbon build up on 4 Contact an authorized service dealer muffler outlet screen 5 Compression low 5 Contact an authorized servi
29. or will be less likely to lose control Cut only grass weeds and woody brush up to 1 2 inch 1 cm in diameter with the weed blade Do not let the blade contact material it cannot cut such as stumps rocks fences metal etc or clusters of hard woody brush having a diameter greater than 1 cm Keep the blade sharp A dull blade is more likely to snag and thrust Cut only at full throttle The blade will have maximum cutting power and is less likely to bind or stall Feed the blade deliberately and not too rapidly The blade can thrust away if it is fed too rapidly Cut only from your left to your right Cutting on right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip on the unit with both hands A properly adjusted shoulder strap will support the weight of the unit freeing your arms and hands to control and guide the cutting motion Keep feet comfortably spread apart and braced for a possible sudden rapid thrust of unit Do not overreach Keep firm footing and balance Keep blade below waist level it will be easier to maintain control of unit Donotraise the engine above your waist as the blade can come dangerously close to your body Do not swing unit with such force that you are in danger of losing your balance Bring the engine to cutting speed before enter ing the material to be cut If the blade does not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger
30. rds in place Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci dentally cause injury SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare unit for storage at end of 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 Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage Store in a clean dry area Lightly oil external metal surfaces Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to decrease engine speed if trimmer head moves or spins at idle speed amp WARNING Recheck the idle speed after each adjustment The trimmer head must not move or spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to the operator or others Air CN Cover Screw If you require pm assistance orareunsure about performing this procedure contact an authorized service dealer RAG ENGINE e Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40 1 2 cycle engine oil air cooled through the spark plug opening Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil Replace spark plug with new one of recom mended type and heat range Clean air filter Check entire unit for loose screws nuts and bolts Replace any damaged broken or worn parts At the beginning of the next season use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust 17 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE A WARNING Always stop unit and disc
31. 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 shaft Always install transport guard on blade be fore transporting or strorage Store the unit out of the reach of children SPECIAL NOTICE Exposure to vibra tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow ered 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 dam age 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 ofthis tool and seek med ical attention An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these prob lems Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi tion of this tool ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the following list Powerhead Lower attachment Blade and blade shield Trimmer head and plastic shield Nut screwed onto plastic shield Handlebar Bracket cover Bracket cover screws 2 Hex wrench Wrench Shoulder strap with warning A WARNING Always stop unit and dis connect spark plug before performing any as
32. ring gt Protection Nd Eye Protection Heavy Long Pants a S Cut from your left to your right When operating unit clip shoulder strap onto clamp stand as shown and check for the fol lowing Wear eye protection and heavy clothing Extend your left arm and hold handlebar grip with your left hand Hold throttle grip with your right hand with finger on throttle trigger Keep unit below waist level Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your left shoulder and danger sign centered on your back Maintain full weight of tool on your left shoulder Without bending over keep the blade or trimmer head near and parallel to the ground and not crowded into material being cut OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD 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 Before trimming bring engine to a speed suffi cient to cut material to be trimmed Do not run the engine at a higher speed than necessary The cutting line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less than full throttle At lower speeds there is less engine noise and vibration The cutting line will last longer and will be less likely to weld onto the spool Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting To stop engine Release the t
33. rotating the blade Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turning while loosening the blade nut Remove blade nut by turning clockwise Remove the screwdriver Remove both washers and blade To remove metal shield loosen and remove the four mounting screws See ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD and INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE for illustrations Be sure to store all parts and instructions for future use ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD AND TRIMMER HEAD A WARNING The shield must be prop erly installed The shield provides partial protection to the operator and others from the risk of thrown objects and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length The line limiter blade on un derside of shield is sharp and can cut you 1 Remove nut from shield 2 Insert bracket into slot on shield 3 Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket 4 Reinstall nut and tighten securely with wrench provided NOTE If your unit has a plastic cover over the threads on the threaded shaft remove the covering to expose the threads Before instal ling the trimmer head make sure the dust cup and retaining washer are positioned on the gearbox as shown below Bracket e Slot aS MN Nut cd Shield uobis Dust Cup s NOTE Make sure all parts are properly installed as shown in the illustration before installing the trimmer head 5 Align hole in
34. s injury or damage to the unit Primary Hole sis Guide Recess Lower Attachment Secondary Hole Locking Release Button in Primary Hole For optional attachments see the AS SEMBLY section of the applicable attach ment instruction manual ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR A DANGER To avoid serious injury the barrier portion ofthe handlebar must be installed as shown to provide a barrier between operator and the spinning blade 1 Locate the decal on the handlebar This decal includes an arrow Position the han dlebar with the mounting bracket at the end of the arrow 2 Align hole in handlebar with pin on mount ing bracket Mounting Bracket 3 Position the bracket cover over the han dlebar Again make sure the handlebar is at the end of the arrow 4 Insert screws and hand tighten only Be sure the handlebar is installed correctly then tighten each screw securely with the hex wrench Handlebar Screw Mounting re Bracket ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP Proper shoulder strap and handlebar adjust ments must be made with the engine com pe stopped before using unit Insert your right arm and head through the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on your left shoulder Make sure the danger sign is on your back and the hook is to the right side of your waist NOTE A one half twist is built in the shoul der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoulder 2 Adjust the strap allowing the hook to be a
35. shown can result in serious injury to the operator The length of the shield must be aligned with the length of the shaft 1 Place the metal shield under the gearbox and align the screw holes Shield 2 Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws through the holes of the gearbox and the metal shield Tighten evenly and securely with the hex wrench provided INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE A WARNING Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury The blade is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving A WARNING Do not use any blades or fastening hardware other than the washers and nuts shown in the following illustrations These parts must be provided by Partner and installed as shown below Failure to use proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously hurt you or others NOTE The dust cup and retaining washer are located on the gearbox shaft and not in the parts bag All other fasteners mentioned in the follow ing assembly steps are in the parts bag 1 Remove the retaining washer from the threaded shaft of the gearbox Leave the dust cup on the shaft Install the blade and the retaining washer over the threaded shaft 3 Make sure the raised part of the retaining washer is facing the gearbox and the raised area fits into the hole in the center of the blade 4 Slide the blade and retaining washer onto the shaft of the gearbox 5 Place the cupped wash
36. the dust cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup 6 Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turning while tightening trimmer head Retaining Washer Screwdriver uL EB 7 While holding the screwdriver in position thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the direction shown on the decal counter clockwise Tighten until secure NOTE The retaining washer must be posi tioned with the raised section facing toward the gearbox ASSEMBLY INFORMATION WEED BLADE NOTE Remove the trimmer head and plastic shield before attaching the metal shield and installing the weed blade To remove the trimmer head align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turning while loos ening the trimmer head Remove the trimmer head by turning clockwise Remove the screw driver To remove the plastic shield loosen and remove nut Pivot shield to release bracket from slot See INSTALLATION OF THE CUTTING HEAD and ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD for illustrations Be sure to store all parts and instructions for future use Never use the trimmer head with the metal blade installed ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD A WARNING The metal shield must be properly installed on the tool anytime the tool is used with a blade Failure to install the shield in the position
37. to the ground Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotat ing line can be used to blow away loose debris from an area Keep the line parallel to and above the area surface and swing the tool from side to side Sweeping OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WITH WEED BLADE 12 Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs when using a bladed unit This reaction can cause serious injury such as amputation Carefully study this section Itis important that you understand what causes blade thrust how you can reduce the chance of its occurring and how you can remain in control of unit if blade thrust occurs WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST Blade Thrust can occur when the spinning blade contacts an object that it does not cut This contact causes the blade to stop for an instant and then suddenly move or thrust away from the object that was hit The thrusting reaction can be violent enough to cause the operator to be propelled in any direction and lose control of the unit The uncontrolled unit can cause serious injury if the blade contacts the operator or others WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS Blade Thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags stalls or binds This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut By using the unit properly the occurrence of blade thrust will be reduced and the operat
38. w away blades that are bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked chipped broken or damaged in any other way before using the unit Maintain unit according to recommended procedures Keep blade sharp Keep cut ting line at the proper length Use only 0 095 2 4 mm diameter Part ner amp brand replacement line Never use wire rope string etc Install required shield properly before using the unit Use the metal shield for all metal blade use Use the plastic shield for all line trimmer use Use only specified blade or trimmer head make sure it is properly installed and se curely fastened Never start engine with clutch shroud re moved The clutch can fly off and cause se rious injury Besure blade ortrimmer head stops turning when engine idles Make carburetor adjustments with the low er end supported to prevent blade or trim mer line from contacting any object Hold unit by hand do not use the shoulder strap for support Keep others away when making carbure tor adjustments Use only recommended Partner accesso ries and replacement parts Have all maintenance and service not ex plained in this manual performed by your au thorized service dealer 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 Avoid spilling fuel or oil Wipe up
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