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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
FX26S
ForOccasionalUseOnly
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las adv
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SAFETYRULES S Alwayswearfootprotection. Donotgobare- foot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning WARNING: When using gardening appliances,basicsafetyprecautionsmustal- line. S Securehairaboveshoulderlength. Secureor waysbefollowedtoreducetheriskoffireand serious injury. Read and follow all instruc- removelooseclothingorclothingwithloosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can tions. This power unit can bedangerous! Operator is be caught in moving parts. S Being fully covered also helps p
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CUTTINGSAFETY SAFETYNOTICE:Exposuretovibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered WARNING: Inspect the areabefore handtoolscouldcausebloodvesselornerve 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 byorbecomeentangledinline. Hardobjects normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weatherhasbeenlinkedtobloodvesseldam- candamagethetrimmerheadandbethrown causing serio
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For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION Slot section. Shield 1. Remove wing nut from shield. Bracket 2. Insert bracket into slot as shown. 3. Pivotshielduntilboltpassesthroughholein bracket. 4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt. Wing LineLimiter Nut PIVOT Blade OPERATION KNOWYOURTRIMMER READTHISINSTRUCTIONMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOURUNIT. Comparetheillustrationswithyourunittofamiliarizeyourselfwiththelocationofthevariouscontrols and adjustme
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oilataratioof40:1. A40:1ratioisobtainedby 4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold mixing3.2ounces(95ml)ofoilwith1gallon(4 through all remaining steps. liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will Primer Bulb causeenginedamage.Whenmixingfuel,follow instructions printed on container. Once oil is addedtogasoline,shakecontainermomentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always readandfollow thesafety rulesrelating to fuel before fueling y
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STARTINGAFLOODEDENGINE S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on the ground one time. Approximately 2 Flooded engines can be started by placing the inches (5cm) of line will beadvancedwith choke lever in the RUN position; then, pull the each tap. rope to clear the engine of excess fuel. This Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy could require pulling the starter handle many area. Tapping on surfaces such as concrete times depending on how badly the unit is or asphalt can cause excessive
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MOWING -- Yourtrimmer isideal formowing Trimming in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground anddamage the tool. 3 inches (8 cm) Mowing above ground SCALPING -- The scalping technique re- moves unwanted vegetationdown to the ground. Holdthebottomof the trimmer head about 3inches (8 cm) abovethegroundand atanangle.Allowthetipofthelinetostrikethe SWEEPING-- Thefan
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MUFFLERANDSPARKARREST- REPLACESPARKPLUG Replace the spark plug each year to ensure INGSCREEN the engine starts easier and runs better.Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Igni- WARNING: The muffler on this prod- tiontiming is fixed andnonadjustable. uct contains chemicals known to the State of 1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot. California to cause cancer. 2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis- Asyourunitisused,carbondepositsbuildup card. onthemuffler and spark arrestingscreen. 3
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STORAGE HELPFULTIP WARNING: Perform the following Duringstorageofyourgas/ steps after eachuse: oilmixture,theoilwillsepa- S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit rate from the gas. beforestoringor transporting. 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.Pos
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TROUBLESHOOTINGTABLE WARNING: Alwaysstopunitanddisconnectsparkplugbeforeperformingallofthe recommendedremedies below except remedies that require operationof theunit. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not 1. Engineflooded. 1. See“Startinga Flooded Engine in start. Operation Section. 2. Fuel tank empty. 2. Filltank with correct fuel mixture. 3. Spark plug not firing. 3. Install new spark plug. 4. Fuel not reaching 4. Check for dirty fuelfilter; replace. carburetor. Check for kinkedor split fuel li
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LIMITEDWARRANTY WEED EATER warrants to the original THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC purchaserthateachnewWEEDEATERbrand LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE gasolinetoolor attachmentis free fromdefects OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM in material and workmanship and agrees to STATE TO STATE. repair or replace under this warranty any NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR defective gasoline product or attachment as OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, follows from the original date of purchase. AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EX
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rized service center or call WEED EATER at ures of warranted parts caused by the use of 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY PERIOD: add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A Anywarrantedpartwhichisnotscheduledfor CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding replacement as required maintenance, or your warranty rights and responsibilities, you whichisscheduledonlyforregularinspection shouldcontactyournearestauthorizedservice to the effect of “repair or replace as neces- center or call WEED EATER at sary”sha
