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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
UT20004, UT20005
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before
Trim 'n Edge model
UT20024, UT20025
Easy Reach model
UT20044, UT20045
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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
Introduction ...2 General Safety Rules ...3 Specific Safety Rules ...4 Symbols ... 5 - 6 Specifications...7 Unpacking ...7 Features ... 8 - 9 Assembly... 10 - 11 Operation ... 12 - 15 Maintenance ... 16 - 18 Troubleshooting... 19 - 20 Warranty... -
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 n 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. n 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 50' 15m... -
Page 6: Save These Instructions
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
Weight - (without fuel) Trimlite (UT20004, UT20005) ... 9.6 lbs. (4.4 kg.) Trim ‘n Edge (UT20024, UT20025)... 10 lbs. (4.5 kg.) Easy Reach (UT20044, UT20045)... 10.6 lbs. (4.8 kg.) String cutting width ...17 in. (432 mm) Engine displacement ...25cc String diameter...080 in. (2.0 mm) INSTRUCTIONS n Carefully remove the product from the carton. -
Page 8: Features
FEATURES FEATURES Trimlite model STOP BUTTON UT20004, UT20005 STARTER GRIP FRONT HANDLE PRIMER BULB REAR HANDLE DRIVE SHAFT THROTTLE TRIGGER HOUSING CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR STRING HEAD Fig. 1a Page 8... - Page 9 Trim ‘n Edge model UT20024, UT20025 DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING EDGER ATTACHMENT (TRIM ‘N EDGE ONLY) Easy Reach models UT20044, UT20045 DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING FEATURES STARTER GRIP FRONT HANDLE CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR STRING HEAD STARTER GRIP FRONT HANDLE THROTTLE TRIGGER STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR STRING HEAD...
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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. n Remove the front handle, bolt, and wing nut from the Owner’s Kit. n Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing and move it to a comfortable position. - Page 11 Slide the assembled edger guide over the tabs on the grass deflector and bracket. n 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: Operation
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 CUTTING TIPS See Figure 9. n Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. n The curved shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right to left. The straight shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from left to right.
- Page 14 Refer to “Edger Guide Assembly” earlier in this manual for additional information. n 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 DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts and runs. STOP n Lay the trimmer on a flat, bare surface. BUTTON n PRIME - Press the primer bulb 7 times. n SET the start lever to the START position.
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Page 16: Maintenance
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 NEW PREWOUND SPOOL See Figures 14 - 15. - Page 17 STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 16 - 19. n 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 Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops. n 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
IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Engine will not start: 1. No spark. 2. No fuel. 3. Engine is flooded. Engine does not reach full 1. Incorrect oil/fuel mixture. speed and emits excessive smoke: 2. - Page 20 Spool retainer hard to turn: 1. Screw threads are dirty or dam- Grass wraps around 1. Cutting tall grass at ground level. driveshaft housing and string head: 2. Operating trimmer at part throt- TROUBLESHOOTING aged. tle. ������������� �������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������...
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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 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 AIR FILTER ASSY INCLUDES: FILTER...X ...X CARBURETOR ASSY INCLUDES: HEAT DAM GASKETS FUEL TANK ASSY INCLUDES: FUEL LINES ...X FUEL CAP...X FUEL FILTER IGNITION ASSY INCLUDES: SPARK PLUG...X ALL EMISSIONS - RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICH EVER COMES FIRST.
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Page 24: Service Parts
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.