Weed Eater 545212850, ESB17 Maintenance, Cutting Methods, Check for Loose Fasteners and Parts

CUTTING METHODS

WARNING: Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line when cutting around hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.), which can damage the trimmer head, become entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a serious hazard.

SThe tip of the line does the cutting. You will achieve the best performance and mini- mum line wear by not crowding the line into the cutting area. The right and wrong ways

are shown below.
Tip of the Line	Line Crowded Into
Does The Cutting	Work Area

RightWrong

S The line will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls, fences, trees and flower beds, but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.

SFor trimming or scalping, use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear, especially:

S During light duty cutting.

S Near objects around which the line can

wrap such as small posts, trees or fence wire.

SFor mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for

a good clean job.

TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make contact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.

Trimming

3 inches (8 cm) above ground

SCALPING -- The scalping technique re- moves unwanted vegetation down to the ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. This technique increases line wear.

Scalping

MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool.

Mowing

SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat- ing line can be 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.

Sweeping

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Disconnect unit from power source before performing maintenance.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SHousing screws

SAssist handle screw S Debris shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

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

STrigger switch -- Ensure trigger switch func- tions properly by pressing and releasing the trigger switch. Make sure motor starts and

stops.

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

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS

SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth.

SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

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