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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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Expand-it
Straight Shaft Trimmer
Attachment
UT15522F
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Your Expand-it Straight Shaft Trimmer Attachment has been engineered and manufactured to a high standard for
dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free
performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before
using this product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................... 2 General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................................... 3 Specific Safety Rules .......................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug WARNING: wire or disconnect from power supply before mak- ing any adjustments or repairs except for carburetor Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol- adjustments. low all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. Inspect unit before each use for loose fasteners and dam- aged or missing parts. Correct before using the trimmer SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS att
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged the string head located over 30 in. or more above the in any way. Be sure the string head is properly installed ground. and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious injury. Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which Make sure all deflectors and handles are properly and can b
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS String Cutting Width ........................................................................................................................................................18 in. String Diameter ........................................................................................................................................................... .080 in. Weight ...................................................................................................
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. POWER HEAD SHAFT Carefully remove the items from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. Do not discard the packing material until you have care- GUIDE RECESS fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool. If any parts are damaged or missing, please call COUPLER 1-800-242-4672 for assistance. PACKING LIS
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ASSEMBLY Insert the tab on the mounting bracket in the slot on the WING grass deflector. SCREW � Align the screw hole in the mounting bracket with the screw hole in the grass deflector. STRAIGHT TAB � Insert the wing screw through the mounting bracket and SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR into the grass deflector. � Tighten the screw securely. SLOT Fig. 3 OPERATION NOTE: The line trimming cut-off blade on the grass de- flector will cut the line to the correct length. WARNING: If the string is
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OPERATION Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle LINE TRIMMING and your left hand on the front handle. Keep a firm grip with CUT-OFF BLADE both hands while in operation. Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height. Cut tall grass from the top down. This will prevent grass from wrapping around the shaft housing and string head which could cause damage from overheating. If grass becomes wrapped around the string head, STOP THE ENG
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. SPOOL WARNING: RETAINER Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side Fig. 7 shields during tool operation. If operation is dusty, also SPRING wear a dust mask. WARNING: SLOTS Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
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MAINTENANCE STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 9 - 11. SPRING SPOOL � Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire or dis- connect from the power supply. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer. Turn clockwise. ARROWS ON SPOOL � Remove the spool from the string head. NOTE: Keep the spring attached to the spool. Remove any old string remaining on the spool. ANCHOR � Cut two pieces of string, each being approximately 9 ft. HOLE long. � Insert the first string into the anchor h
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EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST 16 15 17 11 9 14 13 8 7 18 12 10 6 5 4 1 3 2 Key Part Key Part No. Number Description Qty. No. Number Description Qty. 1 000998251 String Head Assembly 11 638125001 Clamp .................................................. 1 (includes key nos. 2-4) ......................... 1 12 308473001 Grass Deflector Assembly 2 308042003 Spool Retainer Assembly (includes key no. 13) ............................ 1 (L.H. Thread) ...............
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WARRANTY In addition, this warranty does not cover: LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the Adjustments, Ignition, Filters original retail purchaser that this EXPAND-IT brand product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries North America, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Start
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL ™ Expand-it Straight Shaft Trimmer Attachment UT15522F SERVICE ™ For parts or service, contact your nearest Expand-it authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-800-242-4672 or visit us online at www.homelite.com. REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing. Please record the serial number in the
