Weed Eater 952711866 Trimmer User Manual
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1. WEED EATER Trademark Por favor no devuelva el producto al lugar de compra Veuillez ne pas retourner le produit au d taillant 1 800 554 6723 P Please do not return product to retailer Register your product online at Registre su producto en l nea en Enregistrez votre produit en ligne l adresse www weedeater com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions Vus RTE115C WARNING Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product Read instructions carefully before assembling Failure to do so can result in serious injury ADVERTENCIA Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc ciones de seguridad Antes de ensamblar el producto lea cuidado samente el instructivo El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones gra ves AVERTISSEMENT Veuillez lire le manuel de l utilisateur et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de s curit Bien lire les instructions avant d assembler l outil Tout d faut de le faire pourrait entra ner des blessures graves WEED EATER WEED EATER 7349 Statesville Road 850 Matheson Blvd West Charlotte NC 28269 Mississauga Ontario L5V OB4 545186761 Rev 2 4 15 10 BRW HSITSNA 271 pie ARE SIVONVHYS SAFETY RULES A WARNING When using electric gar dening appliances basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of2. 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 the polarized wall outlet only one way If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet re verse the plug If it still does notfit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet Do not change the equipment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way 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 W A in Canada W Make sure your extension cord is in good condition Inspect extension cord before use and replace 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 drop in line voltage resulting in loss of pow er and overheating Ifin doubt use the next heavier gauge The lower the gauge num ber the heavier the cord see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD in the OPERATION section e Do not use multiple cords Do not abuse cord Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect
3. fire electric shock and serious injury Read and follow all instructions SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT 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 and the proper use ofthe unit Restrict the use of this 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 A DANGER Never use blades or flail ing devices Unit is designed for line trimmer use only Use of any other accessories or at tachments will increase the risk of injury OQ WARNING Trimmer line throws ob jects violently You and others can be blinded injured Wear safety glasses boots and leg protection Keep body parts clear of rotating line Safety Glasses or similar eye protection Keep children bystanders and animals 50 feet 15 meters away If approached stop unit immediately If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgement If you need assistance call 1 800 554 6723 OPERATOR SAFETY e Dress properly Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op erating or performing maintenance on your unit Safety glasses are available Always wear face or dust mask if operation is d
4. 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 WARNING If received assembled review all assembly steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure TUBE ASSEMBLY Upper Locking Sleeve Assembly Lower Locking Sleeve Assembly 1 Align upper tube groove with triangle on lower locking sleeve assembly Push tubes together until they snap into place Upper Tub Groove gt S l Alignment Triangle 2 Try to pull tubes back apart If the tubes do not come apart they are properly snapped into place If the tubes come apart repeat step 1 and push until the tubes snap into place 3 Slide upper locking sleeve assembly over lower locking sleeve assembly and tight en by turning clockwise 4 Ensure locking sleeve assembly and alignment decals appear as illustrated be low Alignment decals WARNING Failure 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 A 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 avo
5. 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 indoors in a high dry place out of the reach of children Store unit unplugged Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is depressed DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION This unit is double insulated to help protect against electric shock Double insulation construction consists of two separate layers of electrical insulation instead of grounding Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded No grounding means is provided on this unit nor should a means of grounding be added to this unit As a result the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged into any standard 120 volt electrical outlet Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool The double in sulation system only provides added protec tion against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure WARNING All 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 may also be marked
6. source before per forming all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Trimmer head stops under a load or does not 1 Crowding trimmer line against material being cut Electrical failure 1 Allow tip of line to do the cutting turn when switch 2 2 Contact your authorized service dealer is pressed 3 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 tightly and evenly cutting wound into spool 3 Incorrect line size 3 Use only 0 065 inch 1 65 mm dia line 4 Not enough line 4 Remove cover 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 size is 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 improperly 1 Check line routing continuously routed in head 2 Spool damaged 2 Replace spool Line usage is 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 material being c
7. E 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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE Pre wound spools offer the most convenient method for replacing line and ensuring opti mum performance e Replacement spools are color coded to ensure use of the correct spool with your unit Be sure to use the same color spool as the existing spool NOTE Always clear dirt and debris from cut ting head components when performing any type of maintenance e Hold spool and unscrew cap by turning in the direction shown on top of the cap e Remove line guide ring and spool Line guide ring Cap Use a pre wound spool or refill spool with line If using a pre wound spool remove tape strip from line and spool REFILLING THE SPOOL WITH LINE WARNING Use only 0 065 inch 1 65 mm diameter round line Other sizes and shapes of line 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 1 Cut a length of 25 feet of 0 065 inch 1 65 mm diameter round WEED EATER brand line Feed line in direction shown on spool Spool USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PART
8. S 2 Insert one end of line into center cavity of empty spool Ensure line will feed into spool in the direction shown on the spool counterclockwise 3 Continue feeding line into spool leaving 4 6 inches 10 15 cm unwound from center of spool INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE 1 Install replacement spool 2 Thread line through line guide ring Line through guide ring Replacement Spool 3 Rest guide ring on spool and place line in slot Allow line to extend 4 6 inches 10 15 cm from center of spool 4 Ensure line remains in slot while screwing cap on to the shaft Only tighten cap hand tight REPLACEMENT PART PART NUMBER Spool with 0 065 inch Trimmer Line 952711602 Line Guide Ring 530403949 Cap Assembly 530403810 Assist Handle 530403805 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 530403886 Wing Nut 530016152 Shield Assembly 530403914 Edge Guide 530403824 STORAGE WARNING Perform the following steps after each use e Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use e Carry the unit with motor stopped e Store the unit so the line limiter blade can not cause injury e Store unit and extension cord indoors in a high dry place out of the reach of children Store unit unplugged e Store unit with all guards in place Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci dentally cause injury TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect from the power
9. ay break parts and cause cutting head to malfunction Upon unit start up the line will advance auto matically to the correct cutting path length Always keep the shield in place when the tool is being operated WARNING Use only 0 065 inch 1 65 mm diameter round line Other sizes and shapes of line 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 above ground EDGING POSITION While holding the trimmer in operating posi tion you can press this button and twist the lower portion 180 clockwise for edging EDGING While edging allow the tip of the line to make contact Do not force 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 3 inches 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow the tip of the line to strike t
10. d questions concerning this warranty please contact WEED EATER a division of Husqvarna Outdoor Products 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 THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH ER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIM ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This is a limited warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 The policy of WEED EATER is to continuous ly improve its products Therefore WEED EATER reserves the right to change modify or discontinue models designs specifica tions and accessories of all products at any time without notice or obligation to any pur chaser 10
11. he ground around trees posts monuments etc This technique increases line wear Scalping T nia 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 MAINTENANCE 7 bes WARNING Disconnect power source before performing maintenance GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this 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 properly maintain your unit BEFORE EACH USE CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS e Housing Screws e Locking Sleeve Assembly e Assist Handle e Debris Shield e Edge Guide CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re placement of damaged or worn parts e Trigger Switch Ensure switch functions properly by pressing and releasing the trig ger switch Make sure motor stops e Debris Shield Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged AFTER EACH US
12. id serious injury to the operator and or damage to the unit DO NOT attempt to disassemble unit after initial assembly ADJUSTING ASSIST HANDLE 1 Loosen and remove wing nut and bolt from assist handle 2 Place unit on a flat surface 3 Firmly push the assist handle over the tube To make installation easier tilt han dle toward trigger housing while pushing down see illustration 4 Reinstall bolt in handle Thread wing nut onto bolt 5 Adjust the handle up or down the tube to a comfortable position tighten wing nut se Curely Trigger housing ATTACHING EDGE GUIDE AND SHIELD A WARNING The shield must be prop erly installed The shield provides partial protec tion to the operator and others from the risk of thrown objects Your unit is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the prop er length while running The line limiter blade on underside of shield is sharp and can cut you NOTE If shield is not properly 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 illustration Edge Guide AE Front DE Locking Let Tab Rear Locking Tabs Shield 2 Place shield over cutting head at an angle to the motor housing Insert front locking tab on shield into opening in front of motor housing Push shield towa
13. rd motor housing until Opening for rear locking tabs snap into rear notches 7 Front An audible snap must be heard Ensure 7 y Locking Tab the cutting head remains free to rotate D and the line is not caught between the shield and the motor housing Cutting Head Shield Motor Housing gt 3 Keep front locking tab in the motor housing Cutting Head OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Trigger Switch Assist Handle Zo Cord 7 Retainer Recessed Plug Locking Sleeve Assembly Debris Shield gt RECESSED PLUG The RECESSED PLUG is where you attach your extension cord to the unit TRIGGER SWITCH The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn onthe unit Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit Release to stop LINE LIMITER BLADE The LINE LIMITER BLADE cuts the cutting line to the proper cutting length ASSIST HANDLE The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help hold and guide the unit Air Vents Twist and Edge Button Motor Housing Edge Guide Trimmer Head Z with 0 065 inch ua a Line Limiter Biada oo TRIMMER HEAD The TRIMMER HEAD holds the cutting line and rotates during operation TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON The TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON is u
14. se 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 cutting head below waist level Do not raise handles above your waist Cutting head can come dangerously close to your body Keep away from cutting head and spinning line Use unit properly Use only for trimming edging scalping and mowing Do not force unit It will do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed Use only in daylight or in good artificial light MAINTENANCE SAFETY A WARNING Disconnect unit from 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 squirt the 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
15. sed 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 SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD Extension Cord Gauge Chart Length of Cord Gauge 25 Ft 7 5 m 18 Gauge 50 Ft 15 m 16 Gauge 100 Ft 30 m 16 Gauge Extension cords are available for this unit ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER Loop your extension cord through the handle and around the hook as shown Insure the plug and cord are firmly and fully engaged D eA Cord Retainer _ aan TT ct aD Trimming Edging A WARNING Always wear eye protec tion Never lean over the trimmer head Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury When operating unit stand as shown and check for the following e Wear eye protection and heavy clothing e 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 thrown away from you Without bending over keep line near and parallel to the ground perpendicular when edging and not crowded into material being cut ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE The cutting head advances line automati cally Do not tap head on the ground to ad vance line This m
16. unit Use cord retainer to prevent disconnection of extension cord from unit and possible damage to the unit due to plug movement see ATTACH 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 properly 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 oil 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 built in 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 trimmer line see USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section Never use wire rope string etc Use specified trimmer spool Make sure spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened U
17. usty Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Do not go bare foot or wear sandals e Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or 2 clothing with loosely hanging ties straps tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts e Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line e Stay Alert Do not operate unit when you are tired ill upset or under influence of al cohol drugs or medication Watch what you are doing use common sense e 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 the switch when connecting extension cord ELECTRICAL SAFETY A 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 e Use a voltage supply as shown on unit e 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 e 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
18. ut 4 Spool worn or damaged 4 Replace spool Line pulls back 1 Too little line outside 1 Remove cover and pull 4 inches into head of head 10 cm of line outside of head 2 Line size incorrect 2 Use only 0 065 inch 1 65 mm dia line LIMITED WARRANTY WEED EATER a division of Husqvarna Out door Products Inc warrants to the original con sumer purchaser that each new WEED EATER brand electric or cordless product is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective WEED EATER brand electric or cordless product within two 2 years from the original date of purchase If your WEED EATER brand electric or cordless product should fail within the limited warranty period you may return it in complete condition prepaid with proof of purchase to the dealer from whom it was purchased for repair or re placement at the option of WEED EATER This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling improper maintenance or alteration or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended by WEED EATER for this product Additionally this warranty does not cover parts that will wear and require re placement with reasonable use during the war ranty period This warranty does not cover pre delivery set up or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual Should you have any unanswere
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