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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
TWIST--N--EDGEt
TE500CXL
ForOccasionalUseOnly
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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SAFETY RULES S Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of WARNING: When using gardening spinning line. appliances, basic safety precautions must al- S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and or remove loose clothing or clothing with serious injury. Read and follow all instruc- loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. tions. They can be caught in moving parts. This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is S B
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SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations CUTTING SAFETY through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve WARNING: Inspect the area before damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken people prone to circulation disorders or ab- glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold by or become entangled in line. Hard objects weather has been linked to blood vessel dam- can damage the trimmer
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1. Remove wing nut from shield. 2. Insert bracket into slot as shown. Bracket 3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole Slot in bracket. Wing Nut 4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt. Gearbox Shield OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER 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. Assist Handle Trimmer Head Tu
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To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel sys- 7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, tem before storage for 30 days or longer. but no more than 6 pulls. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it NOTE: If the engine doesn’t start after 6 run until the fuel lines and carburetor are pulls (at the HALF CHOKE position), empty. Use fresh fuel next season. move the choke lever to the FULL Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod- CHOKE position and press the primer ucts in the fuel ta
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Do not run the engine at a higher speed than flower beds, but it also can cut the tender necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences. when the engine is run at less than full throttle. S For trimming or scalping, use less than full At lower speeds, there is less engine noise and throttle to increase line life and decrease vibration. The cutting line will last longer and will head wear, especially: be less likely to “weld” onto the spool. S During ligh
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Sweeping Edging EDGING-- Adjust trimmer to the edging posi- tion (see TWIST AND EDGE section). Allow only the tip of the line to make contact. Do not force trimmer line into work area. MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR FILTER WARNING: Disconnect the spark A dirty air filter decreases engine perform- plug before performing maintenance except ance and increases fuel consumption and for carburetor adjustments. harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation. CHECK FOR LOOSE 1. Clean the cover
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 2. Insert one end of line into center cavity of LINE REPLACEMENT empty spool. Ensure line will feed into Pre--wound spools offer the most convenient spool in the direction shown on the spool method for replacing line and ensuring opti- (clockwise). mum performance. 3. Continue feeding line into spool, leaving 4 S Replacement spools are color--coded to -- 6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) unwound from ensure use of the correct spool with your center of spool. unit. Be sure to use the
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SEASONAL STORAGE ENGINE Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of it will not be used for 30 days or more. 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through If your unit is to be stored for a period of time: the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the S Clean the entire unit before lengthy starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil. storage. S Replace spark plug with new one of recom- S Store in a clean dry area. mended type and heat range. S Lightly oi
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LIMITED WARRANTY ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., er predelivery setup or normal adjustments warrants to the original purchaser that each explained in the instruction manual. new Weed Eater" " " " brand gasoline tool or at- THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC 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. product or attachment as follows fr
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replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2 CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding years. Any warranted part which is scheduled your warranty rights and responsibilities, you for replacement as required maintenance shall should contact your nearest authorized service be warranted for the period of time up to the first center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at scheduled replacement point for that part. 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR- DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged RANTY SERVICE:
