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Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse- ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves. McCulloch 9335 Harris Corners Charlotte, NC 28269 115376727 Rev. 1 McCulloch 850 Matheson Blvd. West Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4 5/1/10 BRW...
0.080 inch (2 mm) recommended trimmer line. Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, rope, string, etc. This attachment is designed for line trimmer use only. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury. WARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious injury.
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IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS Never allow children to operate this unit. Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. When servicing unit, use only identical replacement parts. Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before clean- ing or servicing.
Never use flailing de- vices with any attachment. This unit (when used with supplied line trimmer attachment) is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories with line trimmer attach- ment will increase the risk of injury.
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S Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. S Use only recommended McCulloch acces- sories and replacement parts. S Have all maintenance and service not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- thorized service dealer.
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Blade can thrust violently away from material it does not cut. Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs. WARNING: Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the blade. WARNING: The blade continues to spin after the trigger is released or engine is turned off.
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bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any other way. S Install required shield properly before using the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal blade use. WARNING: Only use brushcutter at- tachments that provide a metal shield with proboscis nose.
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WARNING: Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head protec- tion when operating this unit with a pole prun- er attachment. WARNING: To prevent serious inju- ry, do not use more than one boom extension with a pole pruner attachment. WARNING: Keep the pruner away from power lines or electrical wires.
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LOOSEN Knob TIGHTEN 2. Remove shipping protector from coupler. 3. Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer attachment (if present). 4. Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of coupler. 5. Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.
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. Shaft...
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WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gas- oline) such as E- -15 (15% alcohol), E- -20 (20% alcohol), E- -85 (85% alcohol) are NOT classified 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 fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor...
S Operate the engine at full throttle. S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above the grassy area. S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on the ground one time. Approximately 2 inches (5 cm) of line will be advanced with each tap.
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S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for a good clean job. TRIMMING - - Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make contact.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. HELPFUL TIP IMPORTANT: Have all repairs other than the rec- ommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer. If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, we may not pay for repairs un- der warranty.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE 1. Press the tabs on the side of the trimmer head and remove cover and spool. Cover Spool 2. Remove any remaining line. 3. Clean dirt and debris from all parts. Re- place spool if it is worn or damaged.
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To adjust idle speed: Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine runs without trimmer head or any optional at- tachment moving or spinning (idle too fast) or engine stalling (idle speed too slow).
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Idle Speed Screw Air Filter Cover STORAGE WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting. S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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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 Engine will not 1. Engine flooded. start. 2. Fuel tank empty. 3. Spark plug not firing. 4.
McCulloch, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new McCulloch brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this war-...
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HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized service center, call McCulloch at 1- -800- -554- -6723, or send e-mail correspondence to emission. warranty@HCOP- -emission.com. WHERE...