Weed Eater Brush Cutter 530086792 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
4000C  
NOT DESIGNED FOR USE WITH  
ELECTRIC POWERHEADS  
NO ESTA DISEÑADO PARA EL USO CON  
CABEZAS DE MOTOR ELÉCTRICO  
NON CONÇU POUR L’USAGE AVEC  
BLOC---MOTEURS ÉLECTRIQUES  
DANGER:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
PELIGRO:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e  
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-  
siones graves.  
DANGER:  
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-  
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le  
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
Electrolux Home Products  
North America  
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Copyright E2001 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.  
530086792  
9/17/01  
 
S Being fully covered also helps protect you  
from debris and pieces of toxic plants  
thrown by spinning blade.  
CUTTING SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut  
before each use. Remove objects (rocks, bro-  
ken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can  
be thrown or become entangled in the blade.  
S Keep others including children, animals, by-  
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15  
meters) away. Stop the engine immediately  
if you are approached.  
S Stay alert. Do not operate unit when you are  
tired, ill, upset or under influence of alcohol,  
drugs, or medication. Watch what you are  
doing; use common sense.  
S Wear hearing protection.  
S Never start or run the engine inside a closed  
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes  
can kill.  
S Always keep engine on the right--hand side  
of your body.  
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.  
S Always use the handlebar and a properly  
adjusted shoulder strap when using brush-  
cutter attachment (see ASSEMBLY).  
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach.  
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY  
S Keep blade below waist level.  
S Do not raise powerhead engine above your  
waist.  
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead  
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from  
power source) before performing mainte-  
nance.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from blade  
and muffler.  
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on  
the right side of the shield will throw debris  
away from the operator.  
S Look for and replace damaged or loose  
parts before each use. Look for and repair  
fuel leaks before use. Keep unit in good S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
working condition.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,  
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other  
way. Replace trimmer head parts that are  
cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in  
any other way before using the unit.  
S Maintain the unit according to recom-  
mended procedures. Keep the blade sharp.  
Never use flailing devices, wire, rope,  
string, etc.  
S Use only specified blade; make sure it is  
properly installed and securely fastened.  
S Never start engine with clutch shroud re-  
moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se-  
rious injury.  
S Be sure blade stops turning when engine  
idles.  
S Make carburetor adjustments with the lower  
end supported to prevent the blade from  
contacting any object. Hold the unit by hand;  
do not use the shoulder strap for support.  
S Keep others away when making carburetor  
adjustments.  
S Use only recommended Weed Eater! ac-  
cessories and replacement parts.  
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-  
plained in this manual performed by an au-  
thorized service dealer.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Stop the powerhead engine before carrying  
unit.  
S Keep muffler away from your body.  
S Allow engine to cool and secure unit before  
storing or transporting it in a vehicle.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbu-  
retor by starting the engine and letting it run  
until it stops.  
S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-  
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames  
from water heaters, electric motors or  
switches, furnaces, etc.  
S Store unit so the blade cannot accidentally  
cause injury.  
S Store unit indoors, out of reach of children.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations  
through prolonged use of gasoline powered  
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve  
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of  
people prone to circulation disorders or abnor-  
mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather  
has been linked to blood vessel damage in  
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur  
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,  
change in skin color or texture, or loss of feel-  
ing in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue  
the use of this tool and seek medical attention.  
An anti-vibration system does not guarantee  
the avoidance of these problems. Users who  
operate power tools on a continual and regular  
basis must monitor closely their physical  
condition and the condition of this tool.  
FUEL SAFETY  
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.  
S Keep away from sparks or flames.  
S Use a container approved for fuel.  
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or  
the unit or while using the unit.  
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel  
spills before starting engine.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fu-  
eling site before starting engine.  
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re-  
moving fuel cap.  
S Remove fuel cap slowly.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Handlebar  
WARNING: If received assembled, re-  
peat all steps to ensure your unit is properly as-  
sembled and all fasteners are secure.  
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-  
aged parts.  
POWERHEAD  
END  
Handlebar Clamp  
between arrows on  
handlebar decal  
NOTE: If you need assistance or find that parts  
are missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.  
TOOLS REQUIRED  
S Hex wrench (provided)  
Clamp  
Base  
Clamp  
Knob  
HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY  
DANGER:RISK OF CUT. To avoid se-  
rious injury, the barrier portion of the handle-  
bar must be installed as shown on the upper  
tube of the powerhead to provide a barrier be-  
tween operator and the spinning blade. Attach  
tube clamp above arrow on safety warning de-  
cal on the upper tube (powerhead end of unit).  
Ensure handlebar is positioned on handlebar  
clamp between the arrows on the handlebar  
decal.  
Tube  
Screws  
Clamp  
Arrow on  
Safety Decal  
ATTACHMENT  
END  
NOTE: The tube clamp base has four spacer  
tabs attached. These tabs are provided to  
adapt this attachment for use with power-  
heads that have a 1" diameter upper tube (the  
tube clamp will not tighten down securely on  
the 1" diameter upper tube without using these  
spacer tabs). The tabs must be broken off  
completely before use and placed over the  
screw holes on the clamp base. These tabs  
are not needed for powerheads with a 7/8" up-  
per tube.  
3. Insert four screws into the screw holes.  
4. Secure tube clamp by tightening screws  
with the hex wrench.  
5. Position the handlebar as shown, ensur-  
ing the handlebar is positioned on the  
handlebar clamp between the two arrows  
on the handlebar decal.  
HANDLEBAR CLAMP BASE  
Spacer Tabs  
6. Retighten handlebar by turning clamp  
knob clockwise until handlebar is secure  
and stationary in clamp (clamp knob can-  
not be overtightened).  
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY  
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap and  
handlebar adjustments are required before use.  
The shoulder strap clamp must be installed as  
shown above the handlebar on the upper tube  
(powerhead end of unit).  
Spacer Tabs  
positioned for use  
on 1" diameter  
upper tube  
NOTE: The lower shoulder strap clamp has  
two spacer tabs attached. These tabs are pro-  
vided to adapt this attachment for use with  
powerheads that have a 1" diameter upper  
1. Place the tube clamp over the upper tube tube (the shoulder strap clamp will not tighten  
above the arrow on the safety decal.  
down securely on the 1" diameter upper tube  
2. Position the clamp base under the upper without using these spacer tabs). The tabs  
tube and align the tube clamp and clamp must be broken off completely before use and  
base screw holes (use spacer tabs be- placed over the screw holes on the lower  
tween tube clamp and clamp base if nec- shoulder strap clamp. These tabs are not  
essary to secure clamp, i.e. for 1" diame- needed for powerheads with a 7/8" upper  
ter upper tube).  
tube.  
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3. Insert two screws into the screw holes.  
4. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-  
ing screws with the hex wrench.  
5. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and  
balance before starting the engine or begin-  
ning a cutting operation.  
LOWER SHOULDER STRAP  
CLAMP  
Spacer Tabs  
6. Insert your right arm and head through  
the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on  
your left shoulder. Make sure the danger  
sign is on your back and the hook is to the  
right side of your waist.  
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoulder  
strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoul-  
der.  
7. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be  
about 6 inches below the waist.  
8. Fasten the strap hook to the upper clamp  
and lift the tool to the operating position.  
Spacer Tabs  
positioned for use  
on 1" diameter  
upper tube  
1. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp  
over the upper tube above the handlebar.  
2. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp  
under the upper tube and align the upper  
and lower clamp screw holes (use  
spacer tabs between upper and lower  
clamps if necessary to secure clamp, i.e.  
for 1" diameter upper tube).  
Shoulder Strap  
houlder  
amp  
Shoulder  
Strap  
Clamp  
POWERHEAD  
END  
ATTACHMENT  
Lower Shoulder  
END  
Strap Clamp  
Screws  
OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT  
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR  
BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself  
with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.  
Locking Lever  
Tube  
Hanger  
Gearbox  
Blade  
Blade Shield  
BLADE  
LOCKING LEVER  
The LOCKING LEVER is used to prevent the  
blade shaft from turning during blade replace-  
ment.  
The BLADE is designed for cutting grass,  
weeds, and brush up to 1/2 inch in diameter.  
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OPERATING THE COUPLER  
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT  
HANGER  
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler  
which enables optional attachments to be  
installed. The optional attachments are:  
An attachment hanger is provided for storage  
when attachment is not in use. To install hang-  
er on attachment:  
MODEL:  
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000E  
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2000T  
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3000B  
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-  
ment (if present) and discard.  
2. Press and hold the locking/release but-  
ton.  
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
hole.  
WARNING: Always disconnect pow-  
erhead spark plug before removing or instal-  
ling attachments.  
OPERATING POSITION  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
REMOVING ATTACHMENT  
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-  
tachments, place the powerhead and attach-  
ment on a flat surface for stability.  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
Protection  
Heavy,  
Long Pants  
Upper Tube  
Coupler  
LOOSEN  
Boots  
Lower  
Attachment  
Cut from your left to your right.  
NOTE: This brushcutter attachment is not  
designed for use with electric powerheads.  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
When operating unit with brushcutter attach-  
ment, clip shoulder strap onto upper shoulder  
strap clamp, stand as shown and check for the  
following:  
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.  
S Keep arms extended with right hand holding  
the trigger handle of powerhead.  
S Keep left arm extended with left hand hold-  
ing the handlebar.  
S Keep unit below waist level.  
S Shoulder strap pad should be centered on  
your left shoulder and danger sign centered  
on your back.  
S Maintain full weight of tool on left shoulder.  
S Without bending over, keep the blade near  
and parallel to the ground and not crowded in-  
to material being cut.  
2. Press and hold the locking/release but-  
ton.  
Locking/Release  
Button  
Coupler  
Lower Attachment  
Upper Tube  
3. While securely holding the upper tube,  
pull the attachment straight out of the  
coupler.  
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT  
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-  
ment (if present) and discard.  
2. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of upper tube cou-  
pler.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT  
S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs  
when using a bladed unit. This reaction can  
cause serious injury such as amputation.  
Carefully study this section. It is important that  
you understand what causes blade thrust,  
how you can reduce the chance of its occur-  
ring, and how you can remain in control of unit  
if blade thrust occurs.  
Primary Hole  
Coupler  
Guide Recess  
S WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST -- Blade  
Thrust can occur when spinning blade con-  
tacts an object that it does not cut. This contact  
causes blade to stop for an instant and then  
suddenly move or “thrust” away from object  
that was hit. The “thrusting” reaction can be  
violent enough to cause operator to be pro-  
pelled in any direction and lose control of unit.  
The uncontrolled unit can cause serious injury  
if blade contacts operator or others.  
Locking/ Attachment  
Release  
Upper  
Tube  
Button  
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
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S WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS --  
Blade Thrust can occur without warning if  
the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is  
S Do not raise the engine above your waist as  
the blade can come dangerously close to  
your body.  
more likely to occur in areas where it is diffi- S Do not swing the unit with such force that  
cult to see the material being cut. By using  
you are in danger of losing your balance.  
the unit properly, the occurrence of blade Bring the powerhead engine to cutting speed  
thrust will be reduced and the operator will before entering the material to be cut.  
be less likely to lose control.  
If the blade does not turn when you squeeze  
the throttle trigger of the powerhead, make  
sure the attachment is fully inserted into the  
coupler.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow  
powerhead engine to return to idle speed  
when not cutting. The blade should not turn  
while the engine is running at idle. If the blade  
turns at idle, do not use your unit. Refer to the  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT section of  
the powerhead manual or contact your autho-  
rized service dealer.  
S Cut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up to  
1/2 inch in diameter with weed blade. Do not  
let blade contact material it cannot cut such as  
stumps, rocks, fences, metal, etc., or clusters  
of hard, woody brush with a diameter greater  
than 1/2 inch.  
S Maintain good firm footing while using the  
unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a com-  
fortable apart position.  
S Use a sharp blade. A dull blade is more likely  
to snag and thrust.  
S Cut while swinging the upper part of your  
body from left to right.  
S Cut only at full throttle. The blade will have  
maximum cutting power and is less likely to  
bind or stall.  
S As you move forward to the next area to cut,  
be sure to maintain your balance, and footing.  
S “Feed” the blade deliberately and not too  
rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed  
too rapidly.  
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION  
2 o’clock  
Cut using the 2  
S Cut only from your left to your right. Cutting on  
right side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
o’clock to 4 o’clock  
position of the  
blade  
4 o’clock  
S Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip  
on the unit with both hands. A properly ad-  
justed shoulder strap will support the weight  
of the unit, freeing your arms and hands to  
control and guide the cutting motion.  
S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and  
WARNING: The operator or others  
braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of must not try to clear away cut material with the  
unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and engine running or the blade turning to avoid  
balance.  
serious injury. Stop engine and blade before  
S Keep blade below waist level. It will be eas- removing materials wrapped around blade or  
ier to maintain control of unit.  
tube.  
MAINTENANCE  
BLADE MAINTENANCE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-  
connect spark plug wire before performing  
maintenance.  
WARNING: The blade will continue to  
spin after the engine stops or after the throttle  
trigger has been released. To avoid serious  
injury, make sure the blade has stopped  
coasting and disconnect the spark plug before  
performing work on the blade.  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S Blade Shield -- Discontinue use of brushcut-  
ter attachment if shield is damaged.  
WARNING: Always replace a blade  
that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or dam-  
aged in any other way. Never attempt to  
straighten and reuse a damaged blade. Use  
only specified replacement blade. Wear pro-  
tective gloves when handling or performing  
maintenance on the blade to help avoid injury.  
S Check blade for flatness periodically. Lay  
the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flat-  
ness. Throw away a blade that is not flat.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS  
AND PARTS  
S Blade nut  
S Fasteners  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT  
AND DECALS  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and  
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-  
gent.  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
BLADE REPLACEMENT  
Gearbox  
WARNING: The blade will continue to  
spin after the engine stops or after the throttle  
trigger has been released. To avoid serious  
injury, make sure the blade has stopped  
coasting and disconnect the spark plug before  
performing work on the blade.  
Shield  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
when handling or performing maintenance on  
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and  
can cut you even when it is not moving.  
Dust Cup  
Threaded Shaft  
de  
Locking Lever  
GEARBOX  
Retaining  
Washer  
Cupped  
Washer  
Nut  
1. To remove the blade, push in locking le-  
ver and hold.  
7. Place the cupped washer onto the shaft.  
Make sure the cupped side of the washer  
is toward the blade.  
8. Install blade nut by threading onto the  
shaft counterclockwise as you are facing  
the nut.  
2. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever  
falls into one of the grooves in the dust  
cup.  
3. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will  
keep the shaft from turning while loosen-  
ing the blade nut.  
NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as illus-  
trated, 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.  
4. Loosen blade nut by turning clockwise as  
you are facing the nut.  
5. Remove the blade nut, both washers,  
and the blade from the blade shaft. Leave  
the dustcup on the gearbox.  
9. Push in locking lever and hold.  
10. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever  
falls into one of the grooves in the dust  
cup.  
6. Install new blade and retaining washer  
onto the threaded shaft extending from  
the gearbox (blade must be between the  
dust cup and the retaining washer). Make  
sure the raised part of the retaining wash-  
er is facing the gearbox, and the raised  
area fits into the hole in the center of the  
blade.  
11. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will  
keep the shaft from turning while tightening  
the blade nut.  
12. Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench.  
13. Release locking lever.  
14. 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.  
STORAGE  
S Clean the entire attachment.  
S Inspect the blade shield area and clean any  
dirt, grass, leaves, or debris that has col-  
lected. Inspect the blade and blade shield;  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
S Allow attachment and gearbox to cool be-  
fore storing or transporting.  
replace  
a
blade that is bent, warped,  
cracked, broken or damaged in any other  
way.  
S Store attachment with blade shield in place.  
Position attachment so that any sharp ob-  
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.  
S Store the attachment in a dry, well ventilated  
area out of the reach of children.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
S Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of  
the blade; wrap it in heavy paper or cloth.  
S Check entire attachment for loose screws  
or nuts. Replace any damaged, worn or  
broken parts.  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepare attachment for storage at end of sea-  
son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.  
If your brushcutter attachment is to be stored  
for a period of time:  
S At the beginning of the next season, use  
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to  
oil ratio.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
AMERICA, Division of WCI Outdoor Prod- LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
ucts, Inc., warrants to the original purchaser OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
that each new Weed Eater! brand gasoline STATE TO STATE.  
tool or attachment is free from defects in mate- NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
rial and workmanship and agrees to repair or OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
replace under this warranty any defective AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
gasoline product or attachment as follows WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-  
from the original date of purchase.  
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
household purposes.  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-  
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
commercial, professional, or income produc- LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-  
ing purposes.  
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT  
purposes. APPLY TO YOU.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH  
cover damage or liability caused by improper AMERICA’S policy is to continuously improve  
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of its products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX  
accessories and/or attachments not specifi- HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA re-  
cally recommended by ELECTROLUX serves the right to change, modify, or discon-  
HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA for tinue models, designs, specifications, and ac-  
this tool. Additionally, this warranty does not cessories of all products at any time without  
cover tune-ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting notice or obligation to any purchaser.  
line, or rotating head parts that will wear and  
require replacement with reasonable use dur-  
ing the warranty period. This warranty does  
not cover predelivery setup or normal adjust-  
ments explained in the instruction manual.  
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