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properly and securely attached.

 

■ Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts.

 

■ Never operate the product without the safety guard in 

place and in good condition.

 

■ Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, or rope. Use 

only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the cutting 

head. Do not use any other cutting attachment. To 

install any other type or brand of cutting head to this 

wheeled trimmer can result in serious personal injury.

 

■ This product is intended for infrequent use by 

homeowners and other occasional users for such 

general applications as trimming light and heavy 

vegetation, etc. It is not intended for prolonged use. 

Prolonged periods of operation can cause circulatory 

problems in the user’s hands due to vibration.

RESIDUAL RISKS

 

■ It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held 

tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s 

Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may 

include tingling, numbness and blanching of the 

fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold. 

Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, 

diet, smoking and work practices are all thought to 

contribute to the development of these symptoms. It 

is presently unknown what, if any, vibrations or extent 

of exposure may contribute to the condition. There 

are measures that can be taken by the operator to 

possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
a)  Keep your body warm in cold weather. When 

operating the unit wear gloves to keep the hands 

and wrists warm.

b)  After each period of operation, exercise to 

increase blood circulation.

c)  Adjusting the working position of the cutting 

device. Take frequent work breaks. Limit the 

amount of exposure per day.

d)  Injuries may be caused or aggravated by prolonged 

use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged 

periods, ensure you take regular breaks.

If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, 

immediately discontinue use and see your physician 

about these symptoms.

SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to 

explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

Symbol

Signal

Meaning

DANGER:

Indicates an imminently 

hazardous situation, which, 

if not avoided, will result in 

death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially 

hazardous situation, which, 

if not avoided, could result 

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:

Indicates a potentially haz-

ardous situation, which, if not 

avoided, may result in minor 

or moderate injury. 

NOTICE:

(Without Safety Alert Sym-

bol) Indicates important in-

formation not related to an 

injury hazard, such as a 

situation that may result in 

property damage.

Some of the following symbols may be used on your 

tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper 

interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate 

the product better and safer.

Safety alert

To avoid serious personal injury, do not 

attempt to use this product until you read 

thoroughly and understand completely 

the operator’s manual.
Danger of ricochet. Keep all bystanders, 

especially children and pets, at least 

 

15 m from the operating area.
Use unleaded petrol intended for motor 

vehicle use with an octane rating of 91 

[(R + M)/2] or higher.

Use 2-stroke oil for air cooled engines.

Mix the fuel mix thoroughly and also each 

time before refuelling

Wear eye and hearing protection when 

operating this product.

10

Set the choke lever to “RUN” position.

10

Set the choke lever to “FULL” choke 

position.

Set the choke lever to Full choke/Run 

position

Set the ignition switch to the “I” (ON) 

position.

Summary of Contents for RFT254N

Page 1: ...WHEELED TRIMMER OPERATOR S MANUAL RFT254N Important It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling operating and maintaining this machine...

Page 2: ...or lighting Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part Do not touch are...

Page 3: ...nt of exposure per day d Injuries may be caused or aggravated by prolonged use of a tool When using any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular breaks If you experience any of the symptoms...

Page 4: ...n position 37 Hex bolt 38 Direction to tighten the mow ball 39 Direction to loosen the mow ball 40 Air intake area 41 Idle speed screw 42 Air filter element 43 Air filter base 44 Spark plug 45 Spark p...

Page 5: ...Handle assembly Hardware bag Operator s manual Figure sheet Grass deflector Bottle of 2 stroke oil 2 7mm lines 18 pcs Line carrier Wing screw Knob 4 pcs Bolt 4 pcs Clip 2 pcs WARNING If any parts are...

Page 6: ...n the mounting bracket in the slot on the grass deflector Align the screw hole in the mounting bracket with the screw hole in the grass deflector Insert the wing screw through the mounting bracket and...

Page 7: ...with a running or hot engine Move at least 9 m 30 ft from refuelling site before starting the engine Do not smoke STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 8 11 WARNING Never start or run the engine inside a...

Page 8: ...viced by an authorised service agent Consequences of improper maintenance may include excess carbon deposits resulting in loss of performance and discharge of black oily residue dripping from the sile...

Page 9: ...improves when the fuel cap is loosened the check valve may be faulty or the filter may be clogged Replace the fuel cap if necessary REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG See Figure 17 This engine uses a NGK BPMR7A...

Page 10: ...act an authorised service dealer 6 Only use fresh fuel mixed with recommended oil Fuel over 30 days old may prevent the unit from starting Engine does not reach full speed and emits excessive smoke 1...

Page 11: ...Industries Australia Pty Ltd Level 1 660 Doncaster Road Doncaster VIC 3108 Australia Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd 18 26 Amelia Earhart Avenue Mangere Auckland 2022 New Zealand 960720011 02 2...

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