_) Tradema[k Por favor, el to aparato Please do no not devuelva return unit retailer.al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pas retourner I'outil au detaillant. • 1-800-554-6723 www.weedeater.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'lnstructions FL26 For Occasional & Use Only WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
dabWARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be folfewed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and folfew all instructions. This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit.
CUTTING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury. • Use only for+rimming, scalping, mowing and sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming • Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. • Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line.
Shield / SIot ./ /__ Bracket PIVOT B_ade _ ; [_¢iu_ g KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READTHISINSTRUCTION MANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOURUNIT Compare the illustrabonswith your unit to familiarizeyourself with the IocefJonof the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
oilataratio of40:fA40:1 ratio isobtained by g Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold mixing 32ounces (95 mI) ofoilwith 1gatlon (4 through all remaining steps. liters) ofunleaded gasoline. DO NOT U SE automotive oilormarine oilThese oilswill Primer Bulb cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed oncontainer Once oilis added togasoline, shake container momentarily toassure thatthefuelisthoroughly mixed.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the choke Iever in the RUN posff]on; then, puff the rope to clear the engine of excess f_el. This could require puI]ing the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit stii] doesnt start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or calI 1-800-554-6723 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS It is recommended that the engine operated for longer than 1 minute throttle.
Trimming above ground / _ .'_ MOWING - Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line para}lel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool. _ " _'_. SCALPING - The scalping technique removes unwanted vegetafiondown to the ground Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle.
MUFFLER AND ING SCREEN SPARK ARREST- ,_WARNING: The muffler on this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cance£ As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen. For normal homeowner use, however, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service.
IIWAt-ININLi: Perform the feflowing steps after each use: • Allow engine to coef, and secure the unit before storing or transporting • 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, flJrnaces, etc. • Store unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. • Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE ,,_k WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing al_of the recommended remedies betow except remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE Engine will not start. CAUSE REMEDY 1. Engine flooded 1. See "Starting a Flooded Engine in Operation Section. 2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 3. InstalI new spark plug 4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace. Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace. 5.
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvama Outdoor Products Inc, warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new WEED EATER brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or attachment as follows from the beginal date of purchase. 1 YEAR - Parts and Labor, when used for household purposes. 90 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for commercial, professional, or income producing purposes.
orapart ofithas failed due toabuse, negtect,the determination that a warranted part is deimproper maintenance, unapproved modifi- fective if the diagnostic work is performed at cations, ortheuseofparts notmade orap- an approved WEED EATER servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: WEED proved bytheoriginal equipment manufacturer.
