Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; OPERATOR SAFETY
2 SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using electric gar- dening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsi...
Page 3 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
3 • 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 ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERATION s...
Page 4 - ASSEMBLY; TUBE ASSEMBLY
4 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 2. Align upper tube groove with triangle on lower locking sleeve assembly. Push tubes...
Page 5 - OPERATION
5 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. Cord Retainer Recessed Clamp Plug...
Page 6 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6 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) 50 Ft. (15 m) 100 Ft. (30 m) 18 Gauge 16 Gauge 16 Gauge Extension cords are available for this unit. ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR...
Page 7 - EDGING POSITION
7 SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotating line can be used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above the surfaces being swept and move the tool from side to side. Sweeping MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mow...
Page 8 - BEFORE EACH USE
8 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE 1. Disconnect the unit from the power source. 2. Press and hold in the two cap release latches. 3. Pull cap away from the hub. Cap Cap release latch Spool Hub Eyelet 4. Remove old spool. 5. Clean entire surface of hub and spool. 6. Replace with a pre--wou...
Page 9 - STORAGE; USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS
9 TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Trimmer head stops under a load or does not turn when switch is pressed. 1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting. 2. Contact your authorized service dealer. 3. Check breaker box. 4. Remove debris. Line does not advance or breaks while cutting. 1. Check line routing. 2. Rewind l...
Page 10 - LIMITED WARRANTY
10 LIMITED WARRANTY 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 RIGH...