Electrolux U4000C Instruction Manual page 4

SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or abnor-
mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather
has been linked to blood vessel damage in
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss of feel-
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents for the following:
S Brushcutter attachment
S Handlebar (with clamp and knob)
S Handlebar clamp base (with spacer tabs)
S Shoulder strap
S Upper shoulder strap clamp
S Lower shoulder strap clamp (with spacer
tabs)
S Handlebar clamp screws (4)
S Shoulder strap clamp screws (2)
S Attachment hanger
S Hex wrench
WARNING:
If received assembled, re-
peat all steps to ensure your unit is properly as-
sembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE:
If you need assistance or find that parts
are missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
TOOLS REQUIRED
S Hex wrench (provided)
INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER AT-
TACHMENT
CAUTION:
When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Coupler
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN Knob
2. Remove the shaft cap from the brushcut-
ter attachment (if present).
3. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler.
4. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
5. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-
curely by turning clockwise.
ing in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue
the use of this tool and seek medical attention.
An anti-vibration system does not guarantee
the avoidance of these problems. Users who
operatepower tools on a continual and regular
basis must monitor closely their physical
condition and the condition of this tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
Coupler
Locking/
Upper
Release
Shaft
Button
WARNING:
Make sure the locking/re-
lease button is locked in the primary hole and
the knob is securely tightened before operat-
ing the unit.
HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY
DANGER:
RISK OF CUT.
serious injury, the barrier portion of the handlebar
must be installed as shown on the upper shaft of
the powerhead to provide a barrier between op-
erator and the spinning blade. Attach shaft
clamp above arrow on safety warning decal on
the upper shaft (powerhead end of unit). Ensure
handlebar is positioned on handlebar clamp be-
tween the arrows on the handlebar decal.
NOTE:
The shaft clamp base has four
spacer tabs attached. These tabs are pro-
vided to adapt this attachment for use with
powerheads that have a 1" diameter upper
shaft (the shaft clamp will not tighten down se-
curely on the 1" diameter upper shaft without
using these spacer tabs). The tabs must be
broken off completely before use and placed
over the screw holes on the clamp base.
These tabs are not needed for powerheads
with a 7/8" upper shaft.
HANDLEBAR CLAMP BASE
Spacer Tabs
Spacer Tabs
positioned for use
on 1" diameter
upper shaft
1. Place the shaft clamp over the upper
shaft above the arrow on the safety decal.
4
Primary Hole
Guide Recess
Lower
Attachment
To avoid