Poulan RT112C Maintenance, Service and Adjustments, Before Each USE, After Each USE

SWEEPING
The fanning action of the rotating line can be
	Sweeping
used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the
line parallel to and above the surfaces being
swept and move the tool from side to side.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Disconnect unit from the power source before performing mainte- nance.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.

BEFORE EACH USE

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SHousing Screws

SLocking Sleeve Assembly S Assist Handle

S Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

STrigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions

properly by pressing and releasing the trig- ger switch. Make sure motor stops.

SDebris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.

AFTER EACH USE

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA- BELS

SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for

loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us- ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING THE LINE

1.Disconnect the unit from the power source.

2.Remove the spool by firmly pulling on the tap button.

3.Clean entire surface of hub and spool.

4.Replace with a pre-wound spool or cut a length of 30 feet of 0.065″ (1.65 mm) di- ameter WEED EATER brand line. Use of heavier lines could overload and damage unit.

WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile.

5.Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1 cm) into the small hole inside the spool.

6.Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow found on the spool.

7.Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.

8.Insert the line into the exit hole in the hub as shown in the illustration.

9.Align the notch with the line exit hole.

10.Push the spool into the hub until it snaps into place.

11.Pull on the line extending outside the hub to release it from the notch; otherwise, the unit will not function properly.

Small

Hole

Spool

Tap

Button

Line in Notch

Hub Line exit hole

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