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McCulloch TRIMMAC 281 Instruction Manual

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TrimMac 281
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
: Please read these instructions carefully and make
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sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future
reference.
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS
RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS:
Avant d'utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire
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atentivement les instructions et assurez- -vous de les avoir comprises. Conservez
les instructions pour référence ultérieure.
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WICHTIGE INFORMATION:
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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE:
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Lea atentamente las instrucciones y
asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conserve las instruc-
ciones para la referencia en el futuro.
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  • Page 1 TrimMac 281 INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION : Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future reference. MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS: Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire atentivement les instructions et assurez- -vous de les avoir comprises. Conservez les instructions pour référence ultérieure.

  • Page 2: Identification Of Symbols

    This trimmer can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. B. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the trimmer. C. With this handle, only use trimmer head. Never use blades or flailing devices with this tool. WARNING! The trimmer line can throw objects violently.

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. S Use only 2 mm diameter McCulloch® brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. S Install required shield properly before using the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;...

  • Page 4: Special Notice

    S Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. S Use only recommended McCulloch® ac- cessories and replacement parts. S Have all maintenance and service not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- thorized service dealer.
  • Page 5 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 throttle is released or engine is turned off.
  • Page 6 S Always wear gloves when servicing or cleaning the tines. The tines become very sharp from use. S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti- vating. HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE - - Blade moves momentarily after the trigger is re- leased.
  • Page 7 S Know how to stop quickly. ASSEMBLY 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.

  • Page 8: Operation

    Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled en- gine oil. We recommend McCulloch® brand oil mixed at a ratio of 40:1 (2.5%). A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 5 liters of unleaded gasoline with 0,125 liter of oil.

  • Page 9: Starting A Warm Engine

    WARNING: Always stop unit and dis- connect spark plug before removing or instal- ling attachments. REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH- MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT- TACHMENTS) CAUTION: When removing or installing at- tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

  • Page 10: Trimmer Line Advance

    TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE The trimmer line will advance approximately 2 in. (5 cm) each time the bottom of the trimmer head is tapped on the ground with the engine running at full throttle. The most efficient line length is the maximum length allowed by the line limiter.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for a good clean job. TRIMMING - - Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 80 mm above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make con- tact.

  • Page 12: Service And Adjustments

    S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re- leased. S The trimmer head moves/spins at idle speed. Make adjustments with the unit supported so the cutting attachment is off the ground and will not make contact with any object.

  • Page 13: Seasonal 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.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Table

    We, Electrolux Home Products, Inc., Texarkana, TX, 75501, USA, Tél. : +1 903 223 4100, declare under sole responsibility that the McCulloch model TrimMac 281 grass trimmer was assessed in accordance with Annex V of the DIRECTIVE and from serial numbers 2004- -247N00001 and onwards, conforms to the provisions of the DIRECTIVE.

  • Page 15: Technical Data Sheet

    Europe) We, Electrolux Home Products, Inc., Texarkana, TX, 75501, USA, Tél. : +1 903 223 4100, Declare under sole responsibility that the McCulloch model TrimMac 281 grass trimmer from serial numbers 2004- -247N00001 and onwards, follows the provisions of the...

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