fasteners are in place and securely fas- tened. Parts that are damaged must be re- paired or replaced by an authorized service dealer. These include head parts that are cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other part that is damaged.
SHave all service and maintenance not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- thorized service dealer to avoid creating a hazard.
S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. Follow instructions for changing trimmer line.
SMake certain the cutting head stops moving when trigger switch is released.
SDo not repair unit yourself.
SUse only 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter WEED EATER brand line (see SERVICE AND AD- JUSTMENTS). Never use wire, rope,
string, etc.
SInstall required shield properly before use. Use only specified trimmer head and spool;
make sure it is properly installed and se- curely fastened.
SNever douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with a
damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
SKeep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after
each use.
SUse only WEED EATER replacement parts and accessories as recommended.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be trimmed before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury.
SKeep firm footing and balance. Do not over- reach or use from unstable surfaces such
as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.
SKeep all parts of your body away from cut- ting head and spinning line.
SKeep the cutting head below waist level. Do not raise handles above your waist. Cutting
head can come dangerously close to your body.
S Use unit properly. Use only for trimming, edging, scalping, and mowing. Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was de- signed.
SCut from your right to your left. Cutting on left side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
SUse only in daylight or in good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use.
SCarry the unit with motor stopped.
SStore the unit so the line limiter blade (on
underside of shield) cannot cause injury.
SStore unit indoors in a high, dry place out of
the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.
SDo not hang unit so that the trigger switch is
depressed.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal 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 feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An
RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENTS
This model is equipped with a coupler, which enables the following optional attachments to be installed:
MODEL:
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P
WARNING: Use of any other attach- ments besides those listed above and the at- tachment provided with this unit might present a risk of injury to the operator or bystanders. Only those attachments listed above and the attach- ment provided with this unit have been tested for use with this powerhead.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
WARNING: For each optional attach- ment used, read entire instruction manual be- fore use and follow all warnings and instruc- tions in manual and on attachment.
NOTE: Use the assist handle included with your unit (as shown below) when operating the following attachments.
Assist Handle
BLOWER SAFETY
WARNING: Never put hands or other objects into blower housing to avoid serious injury from rotating impeller.
WARNING: Inspect area before starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob- jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.
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