Operating Instructions; Starting The Unit; Maintenance & Repair Instructions; Cleaning And Storage - Trimmer Plus Trimmer Manual Del Operador

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOLDING THE TRIMMER
WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot
and body protection to reduce the risk of injury
when operating this unit.
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. 5).
Check for the following:
• The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing
• With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator's right hand is
holding the shaft grip
• The operator's left arm is straight, the left hand holding the handle
• The unit is at waist level
WARNING:
If a blade breakage occurs, replace all blades immediately as the unit may
become unstable and hard to control. Resulting in serious personal injury.
Some blade breakage may occur from:
• Entanglement with foreign matter
• Normal blade fatigue
• Attempting to cut thick or stalky weeds
• Forcing the blades into objects such as walls or fence posts
NOTE: Change all 4 blades once cutting performance becomes poor.
TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS
• For best trimming results, it is recommended to use a combination of orange and yellow blades for
the Vegetation Tasks with the corresponding throttle speeds listed below:
Vegetation Task Blade Color Low Throttle
Edging 2 + 2 Mix
Trimming 2 + 2 Mix
Trimming against fences 2 + 2 Mix
• Do not force the cutting attachment. Allow the tip of the blade to do the cutting, especially along
walls. Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the engine.
• Cut grass over 8 inches (200 mm) by working from top to bottom in small increments to avoid
premature line wear or engine drag.
• Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the cutting area at the desired height. Move either in a
forward-backward or side-to-side motion. Cutting shorter lengths produces the best results.
• Trim only when grass and weeds are dry.
• The life of your cutting line is dependent upon:
• Proper adherence of explained trimming techniques
• What vegetation is cut
• Where vegetation is cut
For example, the blade may wear faster when trimming against a
foundation wall as opposed to trimming around a tree.
DECORATIVE TRIMMING
Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation
around trees, posts, fences and more.
Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30°
angle to the ground (Fig. 6).

STARTING THE UNIT

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your powerhead manual. Proper starting
methods reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injuries, start the engine at least 30 ft.
(9.1 m) from the fueling spot, outdoors only.
4
Fig. 5
Medium Throttle High Throttle
Yes Yes No
No Yes Yes
Yes Yes No
Fig. 6
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
TRIMMER BLADE REPLACEMENT/ INSTALLATION
WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line,
wire, chain, or rope. These can break off and
become dangerous projectiles.
Always use original equipment manufacturer replacement blades. Blades
other than those specified may make the engine overheat or fail.
To removing the trimming blades:
1. Remove the cutting head cap by pressing in on both cap
tabs and then pulling down on the cap. (Fig. 7)
2. Turn the cutting head over and grab an individual blade
near the cutting head and wiggle it up and down until
blade comes loose. (Fig. 8)
3. Repeat step 2 until all blades are removed.
To install the trimming blades:
4. Take the new blade so that the loop at the end is facing
away and to the right. (Fig. 8)
5. Place the loop onto the peg and adjust it so that it fits into
the slot on the cutting head. (Fig. 8)
6. Press down on the loop end of the blade till it is securely in
place.
7. Repeat steps 4 thru 6 until all 4 blades are in place. (Fig. 8)
NOTE: Make sure to place the blades so that they alternate in
color. Never place 2 yellow or 2 orange side by side.
WARNING:
Always install all four blades, 2
yellow and 2 orange. NEVER install 1, 2 or 3
blades as this will make the trimming unit
unstable and hard to control. Which could result
in serious personal injury.
8. Replace the cutting head cap, making sure to align the cap
tabs with the cutting head tab slots. (Fig. 9)
9. Once the cap is in place, press down until the tabs snap
and lock into place.
CLEANING
Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit.
Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and
solvents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth.
STORAGE
• Check unit before storage to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Stop the engine or motor.
• Store the unit indoors, in a dry and locked place, out of the reach of children.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
• Store spare blades in a bag with a small amount of water. This will prevent the blades from drying out
and keep them flexible.
TRANSPORTING
• Allow the unit to cool before transporting.
• Secure the unit while transporting.
ACCESSORIES
Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49UAFRLK953

SPECIFICATIONS

MACH 4 ® ADD-ON
Approximate Operating Weight of Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg)
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 inches (35.6 cm)
Cutting
Head
Cap Tab
Fig. 7
Peg
Cutting
Blade
Blade Slot
Fig. 8
Cap
Cap Tab
Cutting Head
Tab Slots
Fig. 9