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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
25cc String Trimmers
Your new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
using this product.
Thank you for buying a Homelite trimmer.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Trimlite model
UT20002, UT20002A,
UT20003, UT20003A
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Trim 'n Edge model
UT20022, UT20022A,
UT20023, UT20023A
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Easy Reach model
UT20042, UT20042A,
UT20043, UT20043A
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- Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 25cc String Trimmers Your new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. 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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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Warranty ... 21 - 23 Trimming weeds and grass is an easy task using this Homelite string trimmer. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this string trimmer making it easy to maintain and operate. -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using this product. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious personal injury. -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
Do not use any other cutting attachment. To install any other brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can result in serious personal injury. Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in good condition. -
Page 5: Symbols
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe operation of this product. SYMBOL NAME Safety Alert Symbol Read the Operator’s Manual Wear Eye and Hearing Protection Keep Bystanders Away 50' 15m Ricochet No Blade... -
Page 6: 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. -
Page 7: Specifications
Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. SPECIFICATIONS FEATURES UNPACKING PACKING LIST Trimmer Assembly Owner’s Kit Front handle Curved Shaft Grass deflector Edger Guide - Trim ‘n Edge Hardware Bags (2) - Trimlite and Easy Reach Hardware Bags (3) - Trim ‘n Edge... - Page 8 Trimlite model UT20002, UT20002A, UT20003, UT20003A DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING FEATURES FEATURES STARTER GRIP FRONT HANDLE THROTTLE TRIGGER CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR STRING HEAD Page 8 PRIMER BULB CHOKE LEVER STOP BUTTON REAR HANDLE Fig. 1a...
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Page 9: Features
Trim ‘n Edge model UT20022, UT20022A, UT20023, UT20023A FRONT HANDLE DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING EDGER ATTACHMENT (TRIM ‘N EDGE ONLY) Easy Reach models UT20042, UT20042A, UT20043, UT20043A FRONT HANDLE DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING FEATURES STARTER GRIP THROTTLE TRIGGER CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR STRING HEAD STARTER GRIP THROTTLE TRIGGER... -
Page 10: Assembly
If your unit has been preassembled, check each step to make sure the unit has been properly assembled. FRONT HANDLE See Figure 2. 1. Remove the front handle, bolt, and wing nut from the Owner’s Kit. 2. Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing and move it to a comfortable position. - Page 11 3. Slide the assembled edger guide over the tabs on the grass deflector and bracket. 4. Place the bolt through the slots in the tabs on the grass deflector and trimmer. NOTE: Ensure the slots are aligned before installing the bolt.
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Page 12: Fueling And Refueling Trimmer
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use. Mix Homelite Premium Exact Mix oil with gasoline according to the instructions on the package. If Premium Exact Mix oil is not available, use a high quality 2-cycle engine oil, mixed at 2.6 oz. - Page 13 Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string(s) to manually advance the string. CUT OFF BLADE This trimmer is equipped with a cut-off blade on the grass deflector. For best cutting, advance string until it is trimmed to length by the cut-off blade. Advance string whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal, or when trimming efficiency diminishes.
- Page 14 Refer to “Edger Guide Assembly” earlier in this manual for additional information. The edger guide allows the trimmer to be used as an edger for cutting along sidewalks, driveways, flower beds, etc. The edger guide is convenient to use and supports the trimmer as it is being used as an edger.
- Page 15 STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 12 and 13. Trimmer should be on a flat, bare surface for starting. 1. Slowly press the primer bulb seven (7) times. 2. Set the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position (A). 3. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and pull starter handle sharply until engine attempts to run.
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Page 16: Spool Replacement
Failure to do so can cause poor performance, possible injury and may void your warranty. You can often make adjustments and repairs described here. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by an authorized service dealer. SPOOL REPLACEMENT EZ LINE™ TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM NEW PREWOUND SPOOL See Figures 14 and 15. - Page 17 STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 16, 17, 18 and 19. 1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer. To remove the spool retainer: Turn the spool retainer counterclockwise for Trimlite and Trim n’ Edge. Turn the spool retainer clockwise for Easy Reach.
- Page 18 1. Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops. 2. Clean all foreign material from the trimmer. Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
Contact a servicing dealer. If primer bulb fills, engine may be flooded, proceed to next item. 3. Remove spark plug, turn trimmer so spark plug hole is aimed at the ground. Move choke lever to “RUN” and pull starter cord 10 to 15 times. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Grass wraps around 1. Cutting tall grass at ground level. driveshaft housing and string head: 2. Operating trimmer at part throttle. Oil drips from muffler: 1. Operating trimmer at part throttle 2. Check oil/fuel mixture. 3. Air filter dirty. -
Page 21: Warranty
One year for the following units: Yard Broom, Trimlite and Bandit; Two years for all other Homelite products, if the product is used for personal, family or household use; 90 days, if any of the above products are used for product used for any other purpose, such as commercial or rental. - Page 22 The nonroad engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. Homelite Consumer Products, Inc.
- Page 23 EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Emissions Parts Inspect Before Each Use AIR FILTER ASSY INCLUDES: FILTER ... X ... X SPARK SCREEN ... X CARBURETOR ASSY INCLUDES: HEAT DAM GASKETS FUEL TANK ASSY INCLUDES: FUEL LINES ... X FUEL CAP ...
- Page 24 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you, please call 1-800-242 4672 or visit us online at www.homelite.com.