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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
ForOccasionalUseOnly
WARNING:
ReadandfollowallSafetyRulesandOperatingInstructionsbefore
using this product. Failure to do so ca
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IDENTIFICATIONOFSAFETYSYMBOLS DANGER: Useonly specifiedtrimmer head, spool, andrecommended trimmer line. Never use blades, flailing devices, wire,rope, string, etc. This attachment is designedfor line trimmer useonly. Failureto follow theseinstruc- tions may result inserious injury. WARNING: This unit canbe dangerous! Careless or improper usecancause serious injury. WARNING: Readthe operator’s manual beforeuse. Failureto follow instructions couldresult inserious injury totheoperator and/or bysta
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IDENTIFICATIONOFSAFETYSYMBOLS Never allow children to operatethis unit. Store unit indoors in ahigh, dry placeout of the reachof children. When servicing unit, use only identical replacement parts. Always stopunit and disconnect spark plugbeforeclean- ing or servicing. WARNING: Firehazard. Never mix, pour, or storegasolineor usetheunit near a flameor sparks (including smoking, openflames, or work that cancausesparks). Useunleaded gasolineand two--stroke oilmixedat a ratioof 40:1(2.5%). 3
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OPTIONALATTACHMENTS These attachments usedin combinationwiththespecifiedpowerhead havebeen evaluated to ANSI B175.3--2003, “Grass Trimmers and Brushcutters -- Safety Requirements”. Cutting attachment / guard, Powerhead model Attachments Type part. no. Trimmer head Fixedline 545053902 / 545003325 MC125 Brushcutter attachment PP4000C 952711610 These attachments usedin combinationwiththespecifiedpowerhead havebeen evaluated to applicableISO-- andEN safety requirement standards by theSwedishMachiner
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S Use only for jobs explained in this manual SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations (or manuals for optional attachments). through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve UNIT/MAINTENANCESAFETY damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of S Disconnect the spark plug beforeperforming people prone to circulation disorders or abnor- maintenance except carburetoradjustments. mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather S Lookforandreplacedamagedorlooseparts has b
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S Never run unit without the proper equipmentattached. Whenusingyourunit as ablower, always installblower tubes. S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or vacuum tubes frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge Handlebar tubes free of debriswhich canaccumulate andrestrict proper air flow. S Never place any object in air intake opening asthiscouldrestrictproperairflowandcause EDGERSAFETY damage to the unit. S Neveruseforspreadingchemicals,fertil
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S Install required shield properly before using disconnected,andthebladehas stoppedmov- the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal ing before removing jammed material from the bladeuse.Onlyusebrushcutterattachments cuttingblade. Donotgraborholdtheunitbythe that provide a metal shield with proboscis cutting blade. nose. Proboscis nose S Useonlyspecifiedbladeandmakesureitis properly installedand securely fastened. S Cut fromyour right toyour left. S Always use the handlebar and a properly WARNIN
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WARNING: Never lean over dis- charge chute. Rocks or debris could be thrownintotheeyesandfaceandcauseseri- ous injury or blindness. WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used. Remove objects that could be thrown or damage the unit. Some WARNING: Topreventserious injury, objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be donotusemorethanoneboomextensionwith alert for thepossibility. a pole pruner attachment. S Direct material dischargeaway fromglass enclosures, automobiles, etc. WARNING: Keep
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ASSEMBLY WARNING: If received assembled, repeatallstepstoensureyourunitisproperly assembledand allfasteners aresecure. Examineparts fordamage. Donot usedam- agedparts. NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missingor damaged, call 1-800-554-6723. It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank. Locking/Release Findingfueloroilresidueonmufflerisnormal due to carburetor adjustments and testing ButtoninPrimary Hole doneby the manufacturer. INSTALLINGTRIMMERATTACH- For assembly
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OPERATION KNOWYOURUNIT READTHISINSTRUCTIONMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOURUNIT. Comparetheillustrationswithyourunittofamiliarizeyourselfwiththelocationofthevariouscontrols and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Muffler AssistHandle Coupler Trimmer Shaft Head Throttle Trigger Spark Plug Primer Bulb Shield Start Line Limiter Lever Blade ON/STOP Switch Starter handle ON/STOPSWITCH STARTLEVER The ON/STOP switch is located on the trigger The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to
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IMPORTANT Useofalcoholblended fuels (called gasoholor Primer Bulb usingethanolormethanol)cancausemajoren- gine performance and durability problems. WARNING: Alternativefuels(notgas- oline)suchas E--15(15%alcohol),E--20(20% alcohol),E--85(85%alcohol)areNOTclassified as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in 2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels will cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of f
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WARNING: Alwaysstopunitanddis- connectsparkplugbeforeremovingorinstal- ling attachments. REMOVINGTRIMMERATTACH- MENT(OROTHEROPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS) CAUTION: Whenremovingorinstallingat- tachments,placetheunitonaflatsurfacefor stability. Locking/Release 1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob ButtoninPrimary Hole counterclockwise. Coupler OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Itisrecommendedthat theengine notbe operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle. OPERATINGPOSITION Attachment LOOSEN ALWAYS WEAR: H
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CUTTINGMETHODS SCALPING -- Thescalpingtechniqueremoves unwanted vegetationdown tothe ground.Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8 WARNING: Use minimum speed cm)abovethegroundandatanangle.Allowthe anddonotcrowdthelinewhencuttingaround tip of the line tostrike theground aroundtrees, hardobjects(rock,gravel,fenceposts,etc.), posts, monuments, etc. This technique in- whichcandamagethetrimmerhead,become creases line wear. entangled intheline, or be thrown causinga serious hazard. Scalpin
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MAINTENANCE 1. Cleanthecoverandtheareaarounditto keep dirt from falling into the carburetor WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except chamber whenthecover is removed. for carburetor adjustments. 2. Remove parts by pressing button to re- leaseair filter cover. HELPFULTIP NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or producingharmfulevaporativeemissions,do IMPORTANT: Have all repairs other than the rec- notcleanfilteringasolineorotherflammable ommended maintenance solvent.
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SERVICEANDADJUSTMENTS 4. Thread replacement trimmer head onto REPLACINGTHELINE the shaft by turning counterclockwise. For unit to operate properly, the cutting line Tightenuntilsecure. shouldbereplacedwhenlinebecomes wornto 5. Remove the screwdriver. less than 3 inches (7.5 cm) in length from the edgeofthelineexittunnelsoneachsideofthe CARBURETORIDLESPEED cutting head. ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove and discard worn line before installingnew line. WARNING: Keep others away when 2. Useonly0.115inch(3mm)dia
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STORAGE HELPFULTIP WARNING: Perform the following Duringstorageofyourgas/ steps after eachuse: oilmixture,theoilwillsepa- S Allowenginetocoolbeforestoringortrans- rate from the gas. porting. We recommend that you S Storeunit and fuelinawell ventilatedarea shake the gas can weekly where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or toinsureproperblendingof open flames from water heaters, electric the gas and oil. motors or switches, furnaces, etc. S Storeunit withallguardsinplace.Position unit so that any s
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TROUBLESHOOTINGTABLE WARNING: Alwaysstopunitanddisconnectsparkplugbeforeperformingallofthe recommended remedies below except remedies that requireoperationof the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not 1. Engineflooded. 1. See“Startinga Flooded Engine” in start. Operation Section. 2. Fueltank empty. 2. Filltank withcorrect fuel mixture. 3. Spark plugnot firing. 3. Install new spark plug. 4. Fuelnot reaching 4. Check for dirty fuelfilter; replace. carburetor. Check for kinkedor split fuel line
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LIMITEDWARRANTY McCulloch,adivisionofHusqvarnaConsumer In Canada, contact: Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the McCulloch original consumer purchaser that each new 850 Matheson Blvd. West McCullochbrandgasoline toolorattachmentis Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4 free from defects in material and workmanship Giving the model number, serial number and and agrees to repairor replaceunder this war- dateofpurchaseofyourproductandthename ranty any defective gasoline product or attach- and address
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abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, un- charged for diagnostic labor which leads to approved modifications, or the use of parts thedeterminationthatawarrantedpartisde- not made or approved by the original equip- fectiveif the diagnostic work is performedat ment manufacturer. You are responsible for an approved McCulloch servicing center. presenting your small off--road engine to an CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES: McCulloch McCullochauthorizedrepair centeras soonas may be liable for damages to other engi
