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_ Trademark Por favor , no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra . _ 1 _ Please do not return unit to retailer . Veuillez ne pas retourner I'outil au ddtaillant . • 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 www . weedeater . com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'lnstructions BC2400 ® For Occasional Use Only DANGER : Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating InstnJctions before A using this product . Failure to do so can result in serious injury . PELIGRO : Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instnJc - dories de segundad . El no hacerto puede resultar en lesiones graves . DANGER : Lire le manuel de I'utilisateur et bien respecter tousles avertisse - ments et toutes les instructions de s6curit6 . Tout d6faut de le faire pourrait entraTner des blessures graves . Electrolux Home Products , Inc . 250 Bobby Jones Expressway Augusta , GA 30907 [ ] From the E / ectro / ux C _ m , LO . The world's NO . 1 choice , KtTC _ CLE , _ N / NAGNDOUTDOOaRp , ° LtAN _ ECSOt , ' _ N _ D Copyright _ 2002 Etectrolux Home Products , Inc . 530163429 12 / 4 / 02
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A WARNING : When using gardening appliances , basic safety precautions must al - ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury . A DANGER : This power tool can be dangerous ! This unit can cause serious injury d Zone including amputation or blindness to the op - erator and others . The warnings and safetyto instructions in this manual must be followed provide reasonable safety and efficiency in , I _ WARNING : DOnot use trimmer head using the unit . The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this as a fastening device for the blade . manual and on the unit . Read the entire in - struction manual before assembling and us - ing the 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 . a _ WARNING : The blade continues to spin after the throttle is released or , engine is turned off . The coasting blade can throw objects iNSTRUCTION SAFETY iNFORMATION or seriously CL _ if accidentally touched . Stop the MANUAL ON THE UNIT blade by contacting the right hand side of the coasting blade with matedal already cut . Stop coasting DANGER : Blade can thrust violently blade by contactl with cut materia away from material it does not cut . Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs . Keep people and animals 50 feet ( 15 meters ) away . ® 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 , A is dusty . a _ WARNING : Trimmer line can throw • Always wear heavy , long pants , long sleeves , objects violently . You and others can be boots , and gloves . Wearing safety leg guards blinded or injured . Wear safety glasses and is recommended . leg protection . • Always wear foot protection Do not go barefoot or wear sandals . ALWAYS WEAR : I - ' _ J _ " • Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or cloth - Eye _ I _ Thrown _ r ing with loosely hanging ties , straps , tassels , Protection I 1 " ; 3 Objects mE etc . They can be caught in moving parts . • Being fully covered also helps protect you I ! Leg Guards _ D - ° _ , _ I from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line / blade . BooEtls • Stay Alert . Do not operate unit when you are tired , ill , upset or under influence of alcohol , drugs , or medication . Watch what you are do - , A 4m _ WARNING : Hazard zone for thrown ing ; use common sense . objects . Blade / T nmmer line can throw objects • Wear hearing protection . violently . Others can be blinded or injured . • Never start or run the engine inside ast Keep people and animals 50 feet ( 15 meters ) closed room or building . Breathing exhau fumes can kill . away . 2
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• Keep handles free of oil and fuel • Always store gasoline in a container ap - • Always use the handlebar and a properly proved for flammable liquids . adjusted shoulder strap with a blade ( see CUTTING SAFETY ASSEMBLY ) . _ WARNING : Inspect the area to be UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY cut before each use . Remove objects rocks , broken glass , nails , wire , string , etc . ) which WARNING : Stop unit and disconnect can be thrown or become entangled in the the spark plug before performing mainte - blade or trimmer head . nance ( except carburetor adjustments ) . • Keep others including children , animals , • Look for and replace damaged or looseair bystanders , and helpers at least 50 feet ( 15 parts before each use . Look for and rep meters ) away . Stop engine immediately if fuel leaks before use . Keep unit in good you are approached . working condition . • Always keep engine on the right - hand side • Throw away blades that are bent , warped , of your body . cracked , broken , or damaged in any other • Hold the unit firmly with both hands . way . Replace trimmer head parts that are • Keep firm footing and balance . Do not over - cracked , chipped , broken , or damaged in reach . any other way before using the unit . • Keep blade or trimmer head below waist • Maintain unit according to recommended level . Do not raise engine above your waist . procedures . Keep blade sharp . Keep cut - • Keep all parts of your body away from ting line at the p , roper length . blade , trimmer head , and mumer when en - • Use only 0.080 ( 2 mm ) diameter Weed Eat - gine is running . A hot muffler cen cause se - er ® brand replacement line . Never use rious burns . wire , rope , string , etc . • Cutonlyfromyourlefttoyourright . Cutting • Install required shield propedy before tusingal on right side of the shield will throw debris the unit . Use the metal shield for all me away from the operator . blade use . Use the plastic shield for all line • Use only in daylight or good artificial light . trimmer use . • Use only for jobs explained in this manual . • Use only specified blade or trimmer head ; TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE make sure it is properly installed and se - • Stop the unit before carrying . curely fastened . • Keep muffler away from your body . • Never start engine with clutch shroud re - • Allow the engine to cool and secure the unit moved . The clutch can fly off and cause se - before storing or transporting it in a vehicle . rious injury . • Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans - • Be sure blade or trimmer head stops turning porting the unit . Use up fuel left in the carbu - when engine idles . retor by starting the engine and letting it run • Make carburetor adjustments with the low - until it stops . er end supported to prevent blade or trim - • Store unit so the blade or line limiter blade mer line from contacting any object . aHoldp cannot accidentally cause injury . The unit unit by hand ; do not use the shoulder str can be hung by the tube . for support . • Store unit out of reach of children . • Keep others away when making carburetor SAFETY NOTICE : Exposure to vibrations adjustments . through prolonged use of gasoline poweredve • Use only recommended Weed Eater ® ac - hand tools could cause blood vessel or ner cessories and replacement parts . damage in the fingers , hands , and joints of • Have all maintenance and service not ex - people prone to circulation disorders or ab - plained in this manual performed by your au - normal swellings . Prolonged use in coldm - thodzed service dealer . weather has been linked to blood vessel da FUEL SAFETY age in otherwise healthy people . If symptoms • Mix and pour fuel outdoors . occur such as numbness , pain , loss of strength , change in skin color or texture , or • Keep away from sparks or flames . loss of feeling in the fingers , hands , or joints , • Use a container approved for fuel discontinue the use of this tool and seek med - • Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit or while using the unit . ical attention . An anti - vibration system does • Avoid spilling fuel or oil . Wipe up all fuel not guarantee the avoidance of these prob - spills before starting engine . lems . Users who operate power tools on a • Move at least 10 feet ( 3 meters ) away from continua [ and regular basis must dmonitori - closely their physical condition and the con fueling site before starting engine . tion of this too { . • Stop engine and allow it to cool before re - moving fuel cap . SPECIAL NOTICE : This unit is equipped • Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans - with a temperature limiting muffler and spark porting the unit . Use up fuel left in the car - arresting screen which meets the require - ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443 . All buretor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops . U . S . forest land and the states of California , • Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors Idaho , Maine , Minnesota , New Jersey , Ore - cannot reach sparks or open flames from gon , and Washington require by law that water heaters , electric motors or switches , many internal combustion engines be furnaces , etc . equipped with asparkarresting screen . Ifyoo 3
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operate in a locale where such regulations ex - ing screen will not require any service . After ist , you are legally responsible for maintaining 50 hours of use , we recommend that your the operating condition of these parts . Failure muffler be serviced or replaced by your autho - to do so is a violation of the law . For normal rized service dealer . homeowner use , the muffler and spark arrest - Screw CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the following list : Handlebar Brushcutter Handlebar screws 2 ) Blade shield screws 4 ) Cupped washer Large nut for installing blade Long hex wrenchch Mounting Short hex wren Bracket Bracket cover Metal shield ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP Plastic shield Shoulder strap with warning _ WARNING : Proper shoulder strap 4 - point weed blade and handlebar adjustments must be made Trimmer head ( assembled on unit ) with the engine completely stopped before Handlebar using unit . Wing nut ( screwed onto shield ) 1 . Insert your right arm and head through Container of oil the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on your left shoulder . Make sure the danger WARNING : Always stop unit and dis - sign is on your back and the hook is to the connect spark plug before performing any as - right side of your waist . NOTE : A one - half twist is built in the shoul - sembly procedures . der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the , & shoulder . 41 _ , WARNING : If received assembled , 2 . Adjust the strap , allowing the hook to be repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly about 6 inches below the waist . assembled and all fasteners are secure . 3 . Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located between the trigger handle and the handle - Examine parts for damage . Do not use dam - aged parts . bar clamp base and lift the tool to the oper - ating position . NOTE : If you need assistance or find parts 4 . Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit missing or damaged , call 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . and balance before starting the engine or It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the beginning a cutting operation . empty fuel tank . NOTE : It may be necessary to relocate the shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal balancing of unit . due to carburetor adjustments and testing TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP done by the manufacturer . CLAMP : TOOLS REQUIRED 1 . Loosen and remove both clamp screws . • 2 hex wrenches ( provided ) 2 . Place the upper shoulder strap clamp • Adjustable wrench or large pliers over the tube . • Phillips screwdriver 3 . Position the lower shoulder strap clamp ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR under the tube and align the upper and lower clamp screw holes . A DANGER : During blade usage , the barrier portion of the handlebar must be Upper Shoulder installed as shown to provide a barrier be - Clamp tween operator and the spinning blade . 1 . Locate the decal on the handlebar . This decal includes two arrows . Position the handlebar with the mounting bracket be - tween these arrows . 2 . Position the bracket cover over the han - 7 dlebar . Again make sure the handlebar is between the arrows . Lower Shoulder ! Strap Clamp 3 . Insert screws and hand tighten only . Be Screws sure the handlebar is installed correctly ; then , tighten each screw securely with the short hex wrench . 4 . insert two screws into the screw holes . 4
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screwdriver . Remove both washers and blade . 5 . Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten - To remove metal shield , loosen and remove the ing screws with a hex wrench . four mounting screws . See ATTACHING THEE METAL SHIELD and INSTALLATION OF TH METAL BLADE for illustrations . Be sure to store HARNESS all parts and instructions for future use . ADJUSTMENT ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD FOR BALANCE AND TRIMMER HEAD A _ II 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 ae betow 4 - 12 line limiter blade which cuts excess line to th waist inchese proper length . The line limiter blade ( on un - abov derside of shield ) is sharp and can cut you . . . " _ round 1 . Remove wing nut from shield . 2 . Insert bracket into slot on shield . 3 . Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket . 4 . Tighten the wing nut securely . NOTE : If your unit has a plastic cover over the threads on the threaded shaft , remove the covering to expose the threads . Before installing the trimmer head , make sure the dust cup and retaining washer are positioned on the gearbox as shown below . 30 inches CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT You can configure your unit using a cutting head for grass and light weeds , or a weed Retaining blade for cutting grass , weeds , and brush upit , to 1 / 2 inch in diameter . To assemble your un go to the section for the desired configuration and follow the instructions . NOTE : Make sure all parts are properlyore installed as shown in the illustration bef ASSEMBLY INFORMATION - installing the trimmer head . TRIMMER HEAD 5 . Align hole in 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 turn - ing while tightening trimmer head . Screwdriver NOTE : Remove the blade and metal shield 7 . While holding the screwdriver in position , thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the before attaching the plastic shield and trimmerst direction shown on the decal . Tighten un - head . To remove blade , align hole in the du til secure . cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the blade . Insert a small screwdriver NOTE : The retaining washer must be posi - into aligned holes . This will keep the shaft from tioned with the raised section facing toward the turning while loosening the blade nut . Remove gearbox . blade nut by turning clockwise . Remove the 5
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ASSEMBLY INFORMATION - WEED INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE BLADE I _ WARNIN _ : Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury . The blade is sharp and can CL _ yOU even when it is not moving . WARNING : Do not use any blades , or fastening hardware other than the washers and nL _ Sshown in the following illustrations . These parts must be provided by Poulan / VVeed Eatere and installed as shown below . Failure to us 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 wparts - bag . All other fasteners mentioned in the follo NOTE : Remove the trimmer head and plastic ing assembly steps are in the parts bag . shield before attaching the metal shield and 1 . Remove the retaining washer from the installing the weed blade . To remove the trim - threaded shaft of the gearbox . Leave the mer head , align hole inthe dust cup with the hole dust cup on the shaft . in the side of the gearbox by rotating the ddust 2 . Install the blade and the retaining washer cup . Insert a small screwdriver into aligne over the threaded shaft . holes . This will keep the shaft from turning while 3 . Make sure the raised part of the retaining loosening the trimmer head . Remove the trim - washer is facing the gearbox and ttheer mer head by turning clockwise . Remove the raised area fits into the hole in the cen screwdriver . To remove the plastic shield , loos - of the blade . en and remove wing nut . Pivot shield to releaseF bracket from slot . See INSTALLATION O 4 . Slide the blade and retaining washer onto THE CUTTING HEAD and ATTACHING THE the shaft of the gearbox . PLASTIC SHIELD forillustrations . Besureto 5 . Place the cupped washer onto the shaft . Make sure the cupped side of the washer store all parts and instructions for future use . is toward the blade . Never use the trimmer head with the metal blade installed . 6 . Install the blade nut by threading onto the shaft counterclockwise . ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD DWARNING : The metal shield must Gearbox be properly installed on the tool anytime the tool is used with a blade . The forward tip of the metal shield helps to reduce the occurrence Shield of blade thrust which can cause serious injury such as amputation to the operator or by - standers . Failure to install the shield in the position shown can result in serious injury to the operator . The length of the shield must be aligned with the length of the tube . 1 . Place the metal shield under the gearbox , Threaded Shaft and align the screw holes . Retaining Washer Gearbox Cupped _ Washer I _ Nut Shield 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 2 . Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws gearbox by rotating the blade , through the holes of the gearbox and the 8 . Insert a small screwdriver into alignedrn - metal shield . Tighten evenly and secure - holes . This will keep the shaft from tu ly with the hex wrench provided . ing while tightening the blade nut . 6
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10 . Remove the screwdriver . 11 . Turn blade by hand . If the blade binds against the shield , or appears to be un - even , the blade is not centered , and you must reinstall . NOTE : To remove blade , insert screwdriver into aligned holes . Un4hread the nut and re - 9 . Tighten blade nut firmly With a wrench while move parts . Be sure to store parts and instruc - tions for future use . holding screwdriver in position . KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER 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 Handle Starter Handle Handlebar Trimmer head Muffler Primer Bulb Blade ONIOFF SWITCH CHOKE The ON / OFF switch is used to stop the engine . The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engineby To stop the engine , move the switch to the OFF to aid in cold starting . Activate the choke position . moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE PRIMER BULB position . After the engine attempts to start , move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position . The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car - Once engine has started , move the choke lever buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel . to the OFF CHOKE position . This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope . Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form . DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil . BEFORE STARTING ENGINE These oils will cause engine damage . When WARNING : Be sure to read the fuel mixing fuel , follow instructions printed on con - tainer . Once oil is added to gasoline , shake information in the safety rules before you be - container momentarily to assure that the fuel gin . If you do not understand the safety rules , is thoroughly mixed . Always read and follow do not attempt to fuel your unit . Call the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . your unit . FUELING ENGINE IMPORTANT _ WARNING : Remove fuel cap slowly Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol or when refueling . methanol ) can attract moisture which leads tor - This engine is certified to operate on unleaded separation and formation of acids during sto gasoline . Before operation , gasoline must be age . Acidic gas can damage the fuel system mixed with a good quality synthetic 2 - cycle air - of an engine while in storage . cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at e ratio of 40 : 1 . Poulan / Weed Eater brand synthetic oil To avoid engine problems , empty the fuel sys - is recommended . Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio tem before storage for 30 days or longer . of 40 : 1 . A40 : l ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 Drain the gas tank , start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are ounces ( 95 ml ) of oil with 1 gallon ( 4 liters ) of un - leaded gasoline . empty . Use fresh fuel next season . 7
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more times . Move the choke lever to the Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod - ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter may occur . rope until the engine runs , but no more than See the STORAGE section for additional in - 6 pulls . NOTE : if engine still doesn't start , formation . it is probably flooded . Proceed to START - iNG A FLOODED ENGINE . HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT 9 . Once the engine starts , allow it to run 10 se - • To stop the engine , move the ON / OFF coeds , then move the choke lever to the switch to the OFF position . OFF CHOKE position . Allow the unit to run • If engine does not stop , move choke lever for 30 more seconds at OFF CHOKE be - to FULL CHOKE position . fore releasing the throttle trigger . NOTE : if engine dies with the choke lever in the OFF _ - _ p _ 4 , . . . . _ . . . . _ - ON / 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 . Throttle Trigger I [ STARTING A WARM ENGINE HOW TO START YOUR UNIT 1 . Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position . _ WARNING : The trimmer head will 2 . Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger . turn while starting the engine . Avoid any con - Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until tact with the muffler . A hot muffler can cause the engine runs smoothly . serious burns . 3 . Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs , bL _ no more than 5 pulis . STARTING A COLD ENGINE ( or a 4 . Allow engine to run 15 seconds , thenE warm engine after running out of move the choke lever to the OFF CHOK fuel ) position . NOTE : If engine has not started , pull starter rope 5 morepulls , if engine still does not run , it is probably flooded . STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Position 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 - 1 . Set unit on a flat surface . cess fuel . This could require pulling the starter 2 . Move the ON / OFF switch to the ON posi - handle many times depending on how badly tion . the unit is flooded . 3 . Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times . if the unit still doesn't start , refer to 4 . Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call position . 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . OPERATING POSITION Starter ALWAYS WEAR : Choke Long Pants Lever Muffler 5 . Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold through al ! remaining 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 . Boots 7 . As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to start , move choke lever to the HALF Cut only from your left to your right . CHOKE position shown on decal ( see il - lustration below . When operating unit , clip shoulder strap onto 8 . Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs , clamp , stand as shown and check for the fol - but no more than 6 pulis . If the engine lowing : doesn't start after 6 pulis ( at the HALF • Wear eye protection and heavy clothing . CHOKE position ) , move the choke lever to • Extend your left arm and hold handlebar the FULL CHOKE position and press the grip with your ) eft hand . primer bulb 6 times . Squeeze and hold the • Hold throttle grip with your right hand with throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2 finger on throttle trigger . 8
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• Keeupnibt elowwaislet vel . hard objects ( rock , gravel , fence posts , etc . ) , • Keesphouldsetrrappadcenteroendyour which can damage the trimmer head , become leftshouldaenrddangesrigncentereodn entangled in the line , or be thrown causing a serious hazard . youbr ack . • Maintafiunllweighotf toolonyourleft • The tip of the line does the cutting . You will shoulder . achieve the best performance and mini - • WithoLb _ endinogverk , eepthebladeor mum line wear by not crowding the line into trimmheer andeaarndparallteotlheground the cutting area . The right and wrong ways andnoct rowdiendtomaterbiaelincgut . are shown below . OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR Li _ Oow _ ed Into WOrk Are _ 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 ueyess and face and cause blindness or other serio injury . W Right Before trimming , bring engine to a speed suffi - cient to cut material to be trimmed . • The line will easily remove grass and Do not run the engine at a higher speed than weeds from around walls , fences , trees and necessary . The CL _ ting line will CL _ efficiently flower beds , but it also can cut the tender when the engine is run at less than full throttle . bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences . At lower speeds , there is less engine noise andwill • For trimming or scalping , use less than full vibration . The cutting line will last longer and throttle to increase line life and decrease be less likely to " weld " onto the spool head wear , especially : Always release the throttle trigger and allow • During light duty cutting . the engine to return to idle speed when not • Near objects around which the line can cutting . wrap such as small posts , trees or fence wire . To stop engine : • For mowing or sweeping , use full throttle for • Release the throttle trigger . a good clean job . • Move the ON / OFF switch to the OFF posi - tion . TRIMMING - Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in . ( 8 cm ) above the ground and TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE at an angle . Allow only the tip of the line to The trimmer line will advance approximately 2 make contact . Do not force trimmer line into in . ( 5 cm ) each time the bottom of the trimmer work area . head is tapped on the ground with the engine running at full throttle . Trimming 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 in . ( 5 cm ) of line will be advanced with each tap . SCALPING - The scalping technique removes Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy area . unwanted vegetation down to the ground . Hold Tapping on surfaces such as concrete or as - the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in . ( 8 phalt can cause excessive wear to the trimmer cm ) above the ground and at an angle . Allow the heed . If the line is worn down to 2 inches ( 5 cm ) tip of the line to strike the ground around trees , or less , more than one tap will be required to ob - posts , monuments , etc . This technique in - tain the most efficient line length . creases line wear . _ WARNING : Use only 0.080 " ( 2 mm ) Scalping diameter line . Other sizes of line will not ad - vance properly and 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 . CUTTING METHODS DWARNING : Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line when cutting around 9
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MOWING - Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach . In the mowing position , keep the hlinee parallel to the ground . Avoid pressing t head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool . Mowing • Cut only grass , weeds , and woody brush upe . to 1 / 2 inch in diameter with the weed blad 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 / 2 inch . • Keep the blade sharp . A dull Made 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 SWEEPING - The fanning action of the rotating • " Feed " the blade deliberately and not too line can be used to blow away loose debris from rapidly . The blade can thrust away if it is fed an area . Keep the line parallel to and above the too rapidly . area surface and swing the tool from side to • Cut only from your left to your right . Cutting on side . right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator . Sweeping • Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm griply on the unit with both hands . A proper 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 . • Do not raise the engine above your waist as OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR the blade can come dangerously close to USE WITH WEED BLADE your body . • Do not swing unit with such force that you • Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs are in danger of losing your balance . when using a bladed unit . This reaction can cause serious injury such as amputation . Bring the engine to cutting speed before en - Carefully study this section . It is important that tering the material to be cotJf the blade does you understand what causes blade thrust , not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger , how you can reduce the chance of its make sure tube is fully inserted into the en - occurring , and how you can remain in control gine . of unit if blade thrust occurs . Always release the throttle trigger and allow • WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST - Blade engine to return to idle speed when not cut - Thrust can occur when the spinning blade ting . The blade should not turn while the en - contacts an object that it does not cut . This gine is running at idle . If the blade turns at idle , contact causes the blade to stop for an instant do not use your unit . Refer to the CARBURE - and then suddenly move or ' thrust " away TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your authorized service dealer . from the object that was hit . The ' thrusting " reaction can be violent enough to cause the • Maintain good firm footing while using the operator to be propelled in any direction and unit . Do this by planting feet firmly in a lose control of the unit . The uncontrolled unit comfortable apart position . can cause serious injury if the blade contacts • Cut while swinging the upper part of your the operator or others . body from left to right . • WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS - • As you move forward to the next area to cut , Blade Thrust can occur without warning if be sure to maintain your balance and the blade snags , stalls , or binds . This is footing . more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut . By using the unit properly , the occurrence eof blade thrust will be reduced and th operator will be less likely to lose control . lO
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RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION A 4tb WARNING : The operator or others must not try to clear away cut material with the Cut using the 2 i ) engine running or the blade turning to avoid o'clock to 4 o'clock serious injury . Stop engine and blade before position of the 4 o'clock removing materials wrapped around blade or blade _ 2 o'clock tube , 1 . Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor DWARNING : Disconnect the spark chamber when the cover is removed . plug before performing maintenance except 2 . Remove parts as illustrated . for carburetor adjustments . NOTE : To avoid creating a fire hazard or CHECK FOR LOOSE producing harmful evaporative emissions , do FASTENERS AND PARTS not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable • Spark Plug Boot solvent . • Air Filter 3 . Wash the filter in soap and water . • Housing Screws 4 . Allow filter to dry . • Assist Handle Screw 5 . Add a few drops of oil to the filter ; • Debris Shield squeeze the filter to distribute oil . CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR 6 . Replace parts . WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re - Air filter placement of damaged or worn parts . J • ON / OFF Switch - Ensure ON / OFF switch Screws functions properly by moving the switch tos ; the OFF position . Make sure engine stop then restart engine and continue . • Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unit if fuel Air filter tank shows signs of damage or leaks . REPLACE SPARK PLUG • Debris Shield - Discontinue use of unit if Replace the spark plug each year to ensureet debris shield is damaged . the engine starts easier and runs better . S INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE - spark plug gap at 0.025 in . Ignition timing is CALS fixed and nonadjustable . • After each use . inspect complete unit for 1 . Twist , then pull off spark plug boot . loose or damaged parts . Clean the unit and 2 . Remove spark plug from cylinder and decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter - discard . gent . 3 . Replace with Champion RCJ - 6Y spark • Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth . plug and tighten securely with a 3 / 4 in . CLEAN AIR FILTER socket wrench . . A dirty air filter decreases engine perform - 4 . Reinstall the spark plug boot . ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions . Always clean after every 5 hours of operation . REPLACING THE LINE 1 . Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap button . 2 . Clean entire surface of hub and spool . 3 . Replace with a pre - wound spool , or CL _ two lengths of 12 - 1 / 2 feet of 0.080 " ( 2 mm ) di - ameter Weed Eater ® brand line . _ WARNING : Never use wire , rope , string , etc . , which can break offand become a dangerous missile . 4 , Insert ends of the lines about 1 / 2 inch ( 1 cm ) into the small holes on the inside of spool . 11
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Line exit holes Line in Notch • Engine will not idle when the throttle is released . \ • The trimmer head or blade moves / spins at idle . 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 - Line in Notch iustments . Keep all parts of your body away rom the cutting attachment and muffler . Hub Idle Speed Adjustment Allow engine to idle . Adjust speed until engine 5 . Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the runs without trimmer head or blade moving or spool . Wind in the direction of the arrows found on the spool . spinning ( idle too fast or stalling ( idle speed 6 . Push the lines into the notches , leaving 3 too slow ) . to 5 inches ( 7 - 12 cm ) unwound . • Turn idle speed screw clockwise to 7 . Insert the lines into the the exit holes in increase engine speed if engine stalls or the hub as shown in the illustration . dies . 8 . Align the notches with the line exit holes . • Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to 9 . Push spool into hub until it snaps into decrease engine speed if trimmer head or place . blade moves or spins at idle . 10 . Pull the lines extending outside of the hub to release the lines from the notches . _ WARNING : Recheck the idle speed after each adjustment . The trimmer head or blade must not move or spin at idle speed to BLADE REPLACEMENT avoid serious injury to the operator or others . Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re - placement instructions and illustrations . CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT _ dle Speed WARNING : Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments . The trimmer head or blade will be spinning during most of Screw this procedure . Wear your protective equip - Air Filter ment and observe all safety precautions . Af - _ ' _ Cover ter making adjustments , the trimmer head or blade must not move / spin at idle speed . If you require further assistance orare unsure The carburetor has been carefully set at the about performing this procedure , contact anll authorized service dealer or ca factory . Adjustments may be necessary if you 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . notice any of the following conditions : FUEL SYSTEM I _ WARNINL _ : Perform the following Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA - steps after each use : TION section of this manual , see message la - beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga - • Allow engine to cool before storing or trans - sohol in your engine . porting . • Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits open flames from water heaters , electric during storage . Add stabilizer to the gasoline motors or switches , furnaces , etc . in the fuel tank or fuel storage container . Fol - low the mix instructions found on stabilizer • Store unit with all guards in place . Position container . Run engine at least 5 minutes after unit so that any sharp object cannot acci - adding stabilizer . dentally cause injury . • Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of ENGINE children . • Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40 : 1 , 2 - cycle engine oil ( air cooled ) through SEASONAL STORAGE the spark plug opening . Slowly pull the Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil . it will not be used for 30 days or more . • Replace spark plug with new one of recom - If your unit is to be stored for a period of time : mended type and heat range . • Clean air filter . • Clean the entire unit before lengthy • Check entire unit for loose screws , nuts , storage . • Store in a clean dry area . and bolts . Replace any damaged , broken , • Lightly oil external metal surfaces . or worn parts . 12
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OTHER • At the beginning of the next season , use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to • Do not store gasoline from one season to oil ratio • another . • Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust . TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING : Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit . TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1 . ON / OFF switch in OFF Engine will not 1 . Move ON / OFF switch to ON position . start . position . 2 . Engine flooded . 2 . See " Starting a Flooded Engine " in Operation Section . 3 . Fill tank with correct fuel mixture . 3 . Fuel tank empty . 4 . Spark plug not firing . 4 . Install new spark plug . 5 . Fuel not reaching 5 . Check for dirty fuel filter ; replace . carburetor . Check for kinked or split fuel line ; repair or replace . 6 . Contact an authorized service dealer . 6 . Carburetor requires adjustment . Engine will 1 . Carburetor requires 1 • See " Carburetor Adjustment " in not idle adjustment . Service and Adjustments Section . 2 • Contact an authorized service dealer . properly . 2 . Crankshaft seals worn . 3 • Contact an authorized service dealer . 3 . Compression low . 1 . Air filter dirty . 1 • Clean or replace air filter . Engine will not 2 . Spark plug fouled • 2 • Clean or replace plug accelerate , and regap . lacks power , 3 • Contact an authorized service dealer . or dies under 3 . Carburetor requires a load . adjustment . 4 • Contact an authorized service dealer . 4 . Carbon build - up eonen . muffler outlet scr 5 • Contact an authorized service dealer . 5 . Compression low . Engine 1 . Choke partially on . 1 . Adjust choke . smokes 2 . Fuel mixture incorrect . 2 . Empty fuel tank and refill with _ = xeessively . correct fuel mixture . 3 . Air filter dirfy . 3 . Clean or replace air filter . 4 . Contact an authorized service dealer . 4 . Carburetor requires adjustment . 1 • Fuel mixture incorrect . 1 . See " Fueling Engine " in Operation Engine runs section • hot . 2 • Spark plug incorrect • 2 . Replace with correct spark plug . 3 . Contact an authorized service dealer 3 • Carburetor requires adjustment . 4 . Contact an authorized service dealer . 4 • Carbon build - up onen . muffler outlet scre 13
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ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , er predelivery setup or normal adjustments warrants to the original purchaser that each explained in the instruction manual . THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC new Weed Eater ® brand gasoline tool or at - tachment is free from defects in material and LEGAL RIGHTS , AND YOU MAY HAVE workmanship and agrees to repair or replace OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM under this warranty any defective gasoline STATE TO STATE . NO CLAIMS FOR CON - product or attachment as follows from the SEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL original date of purchase . BE ALLOWED , AND THERE ARE NOX - 2 YEARS - Parts and Labor , when used for OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES E household purposes . CEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN . 98 DAYS - Parts and Labor , when used for commercial , professional , or income produc - SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA - TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR - ing purposes . RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR 36 DAYS - Parts and Labor , if used for rental LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON - purposes . SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES , SO THE ABOVE This warranty is not transferable and does not LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT cover damage or liability caused by improper APPLY TO YOU . handling , improper maintenance , or the use of accessories and / or attachments not spe - The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD - cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX UCTS , INC . , is to continuously improve its HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , for this tool . Addi - products . Therefore , ELECTROLUX HOME tionally , this warranty does not cover tune - PRODUCTS , INC . , reserves the right to ups , spark plugs , filters , cutting line , or rotat - change , modify , or discontinue models , de - ing head parts that will wear and require signs , specifications , and accessories of all replacement with reasonable use during the products at any time without notice or obliga - warranty pedod . This warranty does not cow tion to any purchaser . YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA - failure to ensure the performance of all sched - TIONS : The U . S . Environmental Protection uled maintenance . As the small off - road en - Agency and ELECTROLUX HOME PROD - gine owner , you should be aware that ELEC - UCTS , INC . , are pleased to explain the emis - TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , may deny sions control system warranty on your year you warranty coverage if your small off - road 2002 - 2004 small off - road engine . ELECTRO - engine or a part of ithas failed doe to abuse , ne - LUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , must warrant glect , improper maintenance , unapproved mod - the emission control system on your small off - ificetions , or the use of parts not made or ap - road engine for the periods of time listed below proved by the original equipment manufacturer . provided there has been no abuse , neglect , or You are responsible for presenting your small improper maintenance of your small off - road off - road engine to an ELECTROLUX HOME engine . Your emission control system includes PRODUCTS , INC . , authorized repair center as parts such as the carburetor and the ignition soon as a problem exists . Warranty repairs system . Where a warrantable condition exists , should be completed in a reasonable amount of ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , will time , not to exceed 30 days . If you have any repair your small off - road engine at no cost to questions regarding your warranty dghts and re - you . Expenses covered under warranty include sponsibilities , you should contact your nearest aL _ hodzed service center or call ELECTRO - diagnosis , parts and labor . MANUFACTUR - LUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , at ER S WARRANTY COVERAGE : If any emis - 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . WARRANTY COM - sions related part on your engine ( as listed un - der Emissions Control Warranty Parts List ) is MENCEMENT DATE : The warranty period be - defective or a defect in the materials or work - gins on the date the small off - road engine is manship of the engine causes the failure of such purchased . LENGTH OF COVERAGE : This an emission related part , the part will be repaired warranty shall be for a pedod of two years fromV - or replaced by ELECTROLUX HOME PROD - the initial date of purchase . WHAT IS COOF ERED : REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT UCTS , INC . OWNER'S WARRANTY RE - SPONSIBILITIES : AS the small off - road en - PARTS . Repair or replacement of any war - gine owner , you are responsible for the ranted part willbe performed at no charge to the performance of the required maintenance listed owner at an approved ELECTROLUX HOMEou in your instruction manual . ELECTROLUX PRODUCTS , INC . servicing center . If y HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , recommends that have any questions regarding your warranty you retain all receipts covedng maintenance on rights and responsibilities , you should contact your small off - road engine , but ELECTROLUX your nearest aL _ hodzed service center or tcall HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , cannot deny war - ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , a ranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . WARRANTY PERIOD : Any 14
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warranted part which is not scheduled for re - use of add - on or modified parts . HOW TO FILE placement as required maintenance , or which is A CLAIM : if you have any questions regarding scheduled only for regular inspection to the ef - your warranty rights and responsibilities , youce - fect of " repair or replace as necessary " shall be should contact your nearest aL _ hedzed serviD center or cell ELECTROLUX HOME PRO warranted for 2 years . Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required main - UCTS , INC . , at 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . WHERE TO tenance shall be warranted for the period of time GET WARRANTY SERVICE : Warranty ser - up to the first scheduled replacement point for vices or repairs shall be provided at all ELEC - that part . DIAGNOSIS : The owner shall not be TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , INC . , serviceE - centers . Call 1 - 800 - 554 - 6723 . MAINT charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective NANCE , REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF if the diagnostic work is performed at an ap - EMISSION RELATED PARTS : Any ELEC - proved ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS , iNC . , approved INC . , servicing center . CONSEQUENTIAL replacement part used in the performance of DAMAGES : ELECTROLUX HOME PROD - any warranty maintenance or repair on emis - UCTS , INC . , may be liable for damages to other sion related parts will be provided withoL _ engine components caused by the failure of a charge to the owner if the part is under warranty . EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS warranted part still under warranty . WHAT IS NOT COVERED : All failures caused by abuse , LIST : Carburetor , ignition System : Spark Plug neglect , or improper maintenance are not cov - ( covered up to maintenance schedule ) , Ignitione ered . ADD - ON OR MODIFIED PARTS : The Module . MAINTENANCE STATEMENT : Th use of add - on or modified parts can be grounds owner is responsible for the performance of all for disallowing a warranty claim . ELECTRO - required maintenance as defined in the in - LUX HOME PRODUCTS , iNC . , is not liable to struction manual . cover failures of warranted parts caused by the This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use : [ ] Moderate ( 50 hours ) [ ] Intermediate ( 125 hours ) [ ] Extended ( 300 hours ) 15