Page 3 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES
3 WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol-low all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions and the instructions for the power head thoroughly before using the straight shaft ...
Page 4 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
4 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Ensure handle is mounted in accordance with the assem-bly instructions in this manual. Do not attach blade without proper installation of all required parts. Failure to use proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously injure the operator and/or bystanders. ...
Page 5 - SERVICE; SYMBOLS
5 Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION Safety Alert Symbol Read Your Operator’s Manual Wear Eye and HearingProtection Keep...
Page 6 - FEATURES; KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT; ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING
6 FEATURES KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT See Figure 1. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating ...
Page 7 - ATTACHING THE “J” HANDLE
7 WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso- ries not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration...
Page 8 - APPLICATIONS; OPERATION
8 ASSEMBLY After assembly is complete, adjust the position of the handle for best balance and comfort. Tighten the long bolt, then the short bolt. INSTALLING THE SHOULDER HARNESS AND STRAP HANGER See Figure 4. Pull apart the ends of the shoulder harness hanger to expand slightly. Slide the h...
Page 9 - BLADE THRUST
9 OPERATION Adjust the shoulder harness to position the brushcutter at a comfortable operating position and to ensure that the shoulder harness will reduce the risk of operator contact with the blade. Ensure the blade has come to a complete stop before setting the brushcutter down. BLADE THRUST Exer...
Page 10 - MAINTENANCE; STORING THE ATTACHMENT
10 WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during tool operation. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. WARNING: Before inspectin...
Page 11 - EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST
11 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST * STANDARD HARDWARE ITEM — MAY BE PURCHASED LOCALLY KEY PART NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 678018001 Blade Nut, Left-handed Threads (M8) ............................................................................. 1 2 638017001 Cupped Washer ............................
Page 12 - WARRANTY; LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
12 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser that this EXPAND-IT brand product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s discretion, an...
Page 13 - NOTES
Page 14 - For parts or service, contact your nearest Expand-it; REPAIR PARTS; MODEL NUMBER; OPERATOR’S MANUAL; Brushcutter Attachment
14 TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-242-4672 983000-912 12-12-05 (REV:00) SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Expand-it ™ authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For ...