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1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed to assure maximum
safety and optimum performance. Read this manual before assembling and operating this appliance.
Failure to comply with instructions may result in electrical shock, burns, fire, or personal injury.

WARNING

1-1. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURNS, FIRE OR

PERSONAL INJURY:

1. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed in this manual before/during operation of this trimmer.
2. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

3. INSPECT UNIT FOR DAMAGE to the housing, cord or plug. Keep all fasteners tight. Do not use if

the switch does not turn the unit off properly. Never use unit if cord or plug has been damaged, the
motor or unit itself is not working as it should or has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped
in water. Never operate with any air opening blocked. Keep air openings free of debris that may
reduce air flow. Replace damaged parts that are chipped, cracked or damaged in any way can fly
apart and cause serious injury.

DOUBLE INSULATED to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction
consists of 2 separate “layers” of electric insulation. Appliances built with this insulation system

are not intended to be grounded. As a result, the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged
into any conventional 120 volt electrical outlet. Normal safety precautions must be observed when
operating an electrical appliance. The double insulation system is only for added protection against
injury resulting from a possible internal electrical insulation failure.

5. GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) receptacle may be used on an outlet or circuit

for an added measure of safety.

6. EXTENSION CORD - Use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use. Match wire gauge

to the cord length. See table below. A 2-wire cord without a ground connection may be used since
this appliance is double insulated. If in doubt of proper wire size, use the next heavier gauge. Please
note that the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

1. When using the appliance, an extension cord of

adequate size must be used for safety and to
prevent loss of power and overheating.

2. The extension cord must be specifically intended

for outdoor use and marked “SJ” or “SJT” and
with the suffix “WA”. In Canada, the extension
cord must be marked “SFTW”.

3. Inspect extension power cord for loose or

exposed wires and damaged insulation. If dam-
aged, replace before using appliance.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never carry appliance by cord or pull cord to disconnect from outlet. Keep
cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cord to heated surfaces, oil or water.
Do not pull cord around sharp edges, corners or close door on cord.

NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - Your double insulated appliance has no serviceable parts
inside. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. For service information, contact the McCulloch

Product Service Department listed on the back cover of this User Manual.

8. RISK OF EYE INJURY - Always wear goggles or other suitable eye protection when operating your

trimmer. Edging increases the risk of injury caused by flying debris. Always keep bystanders at a safe
distance.

9. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY from rotating line. Do not operate without guard attached.

10. DRESS PROPERLY - Always wear long pants, shoes and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewel-

ry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.

11. KEEP AREA CLEAR - Keep everyone, especially children and pets away from the area of operation.

Turn off unit immediately if you are approached. Never allow children to operate the appliance to be
used as a toy or to run unattended at any time.

12. AVOID A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT - Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases,

smoking or burning materials to avoid creating a fire or explosion. Never operate the trimmer in wet
or damp conditions or around swimming pools, hot tub, etc. Do not use in rain. Do not handle plug,
cord or appliance with wet hands.

13. USE CORRECT APPLIANCE - Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this

manual. DO NOT SWEEP WITH TRIMMER - Sweeping refers to tilting stringhead to sweep away
debris from walkways, etc. Your trimmer is a powerful tool and small stones or other such debris may

be hurled 50 feet or more, causing injury or damage to nearby property such as automobiles, homes
and windows. Inspect area before starting the appliance to remove debris and other objects that can
cause damage during operation.

14. DO NOT USE ACCESSORIES or attachments except as recommended and provided by McCulloch.

Do not use any type of wire or metal cutting line.

15. DO NOT OVERREACH - Keep firm footing and balance at all times.
16. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING - Do not carry plugged in trimmer with your finger on the

switch.

17. DISCONNECT trimmer from power supply when not in use and before servicing REX stringhead.
18. STORE idle trimmer indoors. Appliance should be stored in a dry, high or locked up place - out of the

reach of children.

1-2. EXPLANATION OF NOTE, WARNING, and WARRANTY SYMBOL

1. A NOTE is used to convey additional information, or highlight a particular explanation, or to expand

a step instruction.

2. A WARNING identifies a procedure which, if not undertaken or if improperly done, can result in a seri-

ous personal injury or damage to the unit and/or both.

(WARRANTY SYMBOL) serves notice that unless instructions or procedures are followed, any
damage will void the warranty and repairs will be at owner’s expense. Service other than user

maintenance should be performed by a McCulloch Authorized Service Center. Damage or conditions
caused to improper maintenance practices which render this product inoperable will void the manu-
facturer’s warranty.

4. FOR WARRANTY OR SERVICE contact the nearest McCulloch Authorized Service Center listed

under “SAWS” in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.

1-3. INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

1. Read the User Manual (Figure 1-1).
2. Use of these personal safety items is highly recommended to reduce the risk of accidental injury (Figure 1-2).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

2 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: The only assembly required for your trimmer is to install the debris shield and adjust the assist handle.

2-1. DEBRIS SHIELD INSTALLATION

1. Position the motor housing with string head carrier facing up (Figure 2-1).
2. Slide debris shield over motor housing as shown (Figure 2-1).
3. Align edging guide with mating grooves and push firmly in the direction shown until an audible snap is heard

(Figure 2-2).

NOTE: Be certain that edging guide is oriented as shown. Once edging guide, motor housing and debris shield are
mated the connection is permanent and cannot be removed without a special tool.

2-2. REX DISPOSABLE CUTTING HEAD INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

INSTALLATION

1. Unplug unit.
2. Position the motor housing with the string head carrier facing up (Figure 2-3).
3. Align disposable string head locking tabs with corresponding slots in carrier as shown (Figure 2-4).
4. With firm pressure push disposable string head onto carrier until an audible click is heard.

REMOVAL

1. Unplug unit.
2. Press red button on top of motor housing to eject used REX disposable string head (Figure 2-5).

3 - ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS

3-1. ADJUSTABLE ASSIST HANDLE

1. Grip underside of assist handle. With thumb and forefinger on either side of the base of the assist handle as

shown (Figure 3-1).

2. While depressing red buttons, use other hand to move assist handle into desired location.

NOTE: The assist handle is ratcheted for variable operating positions. Adjust to a comfortable position.

3. Release red buttons.

3-2. ADJUST SHAFT LENGTH

1. Grip shaft firmly.
2. Push red shaft release button forward and move handle forward or backward to desired length (Figure 3-2).

NOTE: Shaft may be adjusted in trimming or edging mode.