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Operator's Manual

Original Operating

Instructions

Rolling High-Wheel

String Trimmer

600050 Series

P/N 19989

Revised 06/13/11

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Includes models:

600050V (pictured)
600050B
600050Bce

Summary of Contents for 600050V

Page 1: ... s Manual Original Operating Instructions Rolling High Wheel String Trimmer 600050 Series P N 19989 Revised 06 13 11 Get parts online at www GetEarthquake com Includes models 600050V pictured 600050B 600050BCE ...

Page 2: ...Troubleshooting 17 Slope Guide 18 Parts Breakdown 19 22 Warranty 23 CE Declaration of Conformity 24 This instruction book contains information for several models Read and keep this book for future reference This book contains important information on SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE The owner must be certain that all the prod uct information is included with the unit This information incl...

Page 3: ... entire operating and maintenance instructions AND the entire engine manual which accompanies this product Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death Operate the string trimmer according to the safety instructions outlined here and inserted throughout the text Anyone who uses this string trimmer must read the instructions and be familiar with the controls This is a moto...

Page 4: ...r ability to operate this machine safely Never operate trimmer in wet grass Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run Before each use inspect the throttle control lever and cable Make sure that the cable is free and that the lever is not damaged Also check the cable linkage running to the carburetor for kinks loose fittings and obstructions Verify that the co...

Page 5: ...ce If the fuel has to be drained this should be done outdoors The drained fuel should be stored in a container specifically designed for fuel storage or it should be disposed of carefully Enginesgiveoffcarbonmonoxide anodorless colorless poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea fainting or death Always start and run engine outdoors Do not start or run engine in an enclosed area even i...

Page 6: ...al parts to the cutting head of this machine Hazard Symbols and Meanings Safety Decals and Warnings Control and Operating Symbols Pictured below are control and operating symbols on the unit or in this manual Before you operate your unit learn and understand the purpose for each symbol Pictured below are safety and hazard symbols on the unit or in this manual Before you operate your unit learn and...

Page 7: ...ottle Control Lever Controls the speed or stops the engine PrimerButton Injects fuel directly into the carburetor manifold for faster starts 600050B models only Recoil Starter Handle The engine is equipped with an easy pull recoil starter Shield Edge Guard Protects the shield by automatically cutting the line to the correct length Figure 1 Your new string trimmer shield edge guard trimmer line tri...

Page 8: ...ing including the parts bags from the carton 2 Remove the packing material positioned around the unit 3 Cutdownallfourcornersofthecartonandlaythesidepanelsflat 4 Pull the trimmer out of the carton Contents of Part Bag PB6000502 Owner s manual Engine manual Warranty card Replacement trimmer line L handle allen wrench Spark plug wrench 600050V only Safety glasses Warning Always wear safety glasses o...

Page 9: ...operating position 3 Stand in the operator s position behind the trimmer Put the handle in a comfortable position Make sure both sides of the handle are level NOTE Make sure the cables are not caught between the upper and lower handle 4 Tighten the handle adjustment levers Make sure the handle pivots are locked in place NOTE The handle height is adjustable See How To Adjust The Height Of The Handl...

Page 10: ...in the FAST position to run the engine at full speed SEE FIGURE 6 2 Pull the throttle control lever back to decrease engine speed Push the throttle control lever forward to increase engine speed 3 To stop the engine pull the throttle control lever completely back to the stop position How to Use the Primer Button 600050B 600050BCE only 1 Push the primer button five times Wait approximately two seco...

Page 11: ...onger to complete the job If the trimmer lines are worn to less than half their original length change to a new trimmer line See moreonhowtoreplacethetrimmerlineinthe Maintenance Service and Storage section Do not trim on excessively steep slopes If a slope is difficult to stand on do not trim Do not trim on slopes when the ground is slippery or wet Trim across the face of a slope not up and down ...

Page 12: ... dusty or dirty conditions Note 3 Change more often if used in extremely dusty or dirty conditions To service the air filter and change the oil in the 600050V model you must remove the wheels on the string trimmer General Recommendations The warranty on this trimmer does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty the operator mu...

Page 13: ...ner trimmer line How to Replace the Trimmer Line For the best performance use a heavy gauge 0 155 diameter trimmer line Cut the length of the trimmer line to 21 5 Use the length guide located on the shield to make sure the trimmer line is the correct length Do not allow the length of the lines to vary more than one inch This is important to make sure the trimmer head is balanced and does not vibra...

Page 14: ...g height for the average yard is two 2 inches SEE FIGURE 16 1 Use the L handle wrench found in the parts bag to loosen the socket head cap screws shown in the figure below NOTE There are two socket head cap screws 2 Set the trimmer head at the desired height 3 Tighten the socket head cap screws Figure 15 Adjusting the height of the handle Lever shown in OPEN position Figure 16 Setting the height o...

Page 15: ... not bend the belt guides NOTE Use only OEM replacement belts 5 To assemble the drive belt reverse the above steps Make sure all fasteners are tight Make sure the mounting bolt for the drive pulley is tight 6 Check the routing of the drive belt Make sure the drive belt is inside of all belt guides as shown Figure 17 Trimmer housing Figure 18 Routing the drive belt drive belt shield trimmer head be...

Page 16: ...3 Remove the spark plug from the cylinder Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder Slowly pull the recoil starter handle so that the oil will protect the cylinder Install a new spark plug in the cylinder 4 Completely clean the trimmer including dirt and debris from the cylinder cooling fins and the engine housing 5 When not in use disconnect spark plug lead and store in a well ventilated area inacc...

Page 17: ...ale gasoline Drain old gasoline and add fresh gas Engine cooling system clogged Clean debris screen and engine cooling fins Engine overheats Engine cooling system clogged Clean debris screen and engine cooling fins Carburetor out of adjustment For carburetor adjustment take the unit to an autho rized service center Oil level is low Add oil Engine will not stop running Defective throttle control le...

Page 18: ...reases in height at approxi mately 1 76 feet in 10 feet A 15 degree slope is a hill that increases in height at approxi mately 2 68 feet in 10 feet Slope Guide Warning Use extreme care at all times and avoid sud den turns or maneuvers Follow other in structions in this manual for safety in trim ming on slopes Operate a trimmer across the face of slopes never up or down slopes Use extra care when o...

Page 19: ...19912 HANDLE PIVOT PLASTIC MOLDING 4 5 19913 CAM LEVER BOLT ASSEMBLY 2 6 19914 THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE 1 5 IN RANGE For 600050V only 1 60005039 Throttle control cable B S For 600050B and 600050BCE only 1 7 60005019 CABLE CONTROL LATCHING 1 8 19943 LEVER DRIVE ENGAGE 1 9 19911 SCREW M2 9 X 13 PPHAB 8 10 19975 WASHER M3 X 7 X 5 FLAT 8 11 19908 BOLT M6 X 1 0 X 50 PPHMS 2 12 19902 ROPE GUIDE M6 X 1 0 O...

Page 20: ... 1 60005072 ENGINE 159CC LONCIN VERT SHOWN for 600050V only 1 60005070 Engine Vert Briggs 675 st Not SHOWN FOr 600050B only 1 60005071 Engine Vert Briggs 675 CE st NOt Shown FOr 600050BCE only 1 2 19971 KEY 4MM X 4MM 1 3 19970 PULLEY AND BUSHING WELDMENT For 6000050V only 1 4 1916965 WASHER LOCK SPRING 375 1 5 53194 BOLT 3 8 24 X 1 HH GR5 ZN F T 1 6 19922 BOLT M8 X 1 25 X 40 HHFCS GR8 8 ZN 3 7 W12...

Page 21: ... 5 TOP THREAD 1 2 19924 ASSEMBLY CUTTER HEAD AND WRAP METRIC 1 3 19923 HEIGHT GUIDE ASSEMBLY METRIC 1 4 19958 ASSEMBLY JACKSHAFT HOUSING AND BEARINGS 1 5 60005054 WRAP WEED 1 6 19925 SPACER M17 5 X 23 5 X 6 1 7 19929 PULLEY CUTTING HEAD METRIC 1 8 19920 SCREW M5 X 3 X 20 HWHA YLZN 3 9 19919 BOLT M6 X 1 0 X 10 SRHCS 2 10 19926 WASHER M10 X 21 X 1 1 FLAT 1 11 64491 NUT FLANGE M10 1 12 60005009 LINE ...

Page 22: ...CREW M5 X 3 X 30 2 9 19938 AXLE AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY METRIC 2 10 19932 IDLER ASSEMBLY DBL ZINC METRIC 1 11 60005008 SPRING EXTENSION 1 5LG 1 12 19968 ASSEMBLY V PULLEY AND BEARING 1 kEY Part Description Qty 13 19934 ASSEMBLY 3L PULLEY AND BEARING 1 14 60005003 BELT 1 15 19936 BOLT M10 X 1 5 X 20 HHF SHLDR 1 1 16 19937 BOLT M6 X 1 0 X 285 CRG P T 1 17 60005018 TRAILING SHIELD 13 28 V 1 18 64491 NUT...

Page 23: ... number RMA All items must be shipped prepaid Earthquake will at no charge repair or replace at their discretion any defective part which falls under the conditions stated above Earthquake retains the right to change models specifications and price without notice This product if used as intended will give you years of trouble free service We hope you will enjoy the quality of our products for year...

Page 24: ...Get parts online at www getearthquake com or call 800 345 6007 M F 8 5 24 Operator s Manual Rolling High Wheel StringTrimmer 600050 Series ...

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Page 28: ...ck for parts online at www earthquake com or call 800 345 6007 M F 8 5 Earthquake Division of Ardisam Inc 1160 8th Avenue PO Box 666 Cumberland WI 54829 800 345 6007 Fax 715 822 2223 Email info ardisam com ...

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