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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
FeatherLitetSST LE
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 Always wear foot protection. Do not go bare- S foot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning WARNING: When using gardening line. appliances, basic safety precautions must al- Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and S remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely serious injury. Read and follow all instruc- hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can tions. be caught in moving parts. This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is S
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CUTTING SAFETY SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations 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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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 Tube Shield Trimmer Head Throttle Trigger ON/STOP Line Limiter Spark Plug Switch Blade Starter Choke Lever Rope Primer Bulb Fuel Mix Fill Cap ON/STOP SWITCH CHOKE The ON/STOP switch is used to stop engine. To The CHOKE he
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8. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 Engine Choke Lever seconds, then move the choke lever to ON/STOP the OFF CHOKE position. Allow the unit Switch to run for 30 more seconds at OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle trig- ger. HALF FULL OFF NOTE: If engine dies with the choke le- ver in the OFF CHOKE position, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs, but no HOW TO START YOUR UNIT more than 6 pulls. STARTING A WARM ENGINE WARNING: The trimmer
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To stop engine: S For trimming or scalping, use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease S Release the throttle trigger. head wear, especially: S Push and release the engine ON/STOP S During light duty cutting. switch. S Near objects around which the line can TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE wrap such as small posts, trees or fence The trimmer line will advance approximately 2 wire. in. (5 cm) each time the bottom of the trimmer S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for head is tappe
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MAINTENANCE 3. Wash the filter in soap and water. WARNING: Disconnect the spark 4. Allow filter to dry. plug before performing maintenance except 5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze for carburetor adjustments. the filter to distribute oil. 6. Replace parts. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS Air Filter S Spark Plug Boot S Air Filter S Housing Screws Screws S Assist Handle Screws S Debris Shield CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR Air Filter Cover WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer fo
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The carburetor has been carefully set at the Line exit holes Line in Notch factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions: S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re- leased. Make adjustments with the unit supported so the cutting attachment is off the ground and will not make contact with any object. Hold the unit by hand while running and making ad- Line in Notch justments. Keep all parts of your body away Hub from the cutting attachment and muffler. Id
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not 1. Engine flooded. 1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in start. Operation Section. 2. Fuel tank empty. 2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 3. Spark plug not firing. 3. Install new spark plug. 4. Fuel not reaching 4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace. carburetor. Check for k
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LIMITED WARRANTY ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., not cover predelivery setup or normal warrants to the original purchaser that each new adjustments explained in the instruction manual. Weed Eaterr brand gasoline tool or attachment THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC 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 fro
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will be performed at no charge to the owner at on or modified parts can be grounds for an approved ELECTROLUX HOME PROD- disallowing a warranty claim. ELECTROLUX UCTS, INC., servicing center. If you have any HOME PRODUCTS, INC., is not liable to questions regarding your warranty rights and cover failures of warranted parts caused by responsibilities, you should contact your the use of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO nearest authorized service center or call FILE A CLAIM: If you have any questi
