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Empty thefueltank beforestoringortrans-

porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car-

buretor by starting the engine and lettingit

run until it stops.

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Storeunitandfuelinan areawhere fuelva-

pors cannot reach sparks or openflames

from water heaters, electric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

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Storeunitsolinelimitercannotaccidentally

causeinjury. Unit canbe hungby thetube.

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Store the unit out of the reach of children

SPECIAL NOTICE:

This unit is not

equipped with a temperature limiting muffler

andspark arresting screenwhich meets the

requirements of California Codes 4442 and

4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of

California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New

Jersey,Oregon, andWashington requireby

lawthatmany internalcombustionenginesto

be equipped with a spark arrestor screen.If

you operate in a locale where such regula-

tions exist, you are legally responsible for

installing and maintaining the operatingcon-

ditionoftheseparts.Failuretodosois aviola-

tion of the law. If a spark arrestor is required

inyourarea,contactyourAuthorizedService

Dealer for the proper kit.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

Exposure to vibra-

tions throughprolongeduseofgasolinepow-

ered hand tools could causeblood vesselor

nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and

joints ofpeoplepronetocirculationdisorders

orabnormalswellings. Prolongeduseincold

weatherhas beenlinkedtobloodvesseldam-

ageinotherwisehealthy people.Ifsymptoms

occur such as numbness, pain, loss of

strength, change in skin color or texture, or

loss of feeling in the fingers,hands, orjoints,

discontinuetheuseofthis toolandseekmed-

ical attention. Ananti-vibration systemdoes

not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-

lems. Users who operate power tools on a

continual and regular basis must monitor

closely theirphysicalconditionandthecondi-

tion of this tool.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

Makesure unitis properly as-

sembled and all fasteners are secure.

ATTACHING THE HANDLE

Groove

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Assemble handle to the unit as shown;

makesurebottomofhandleis seatedinthe

groove in the trigger housing.

NOTE:

Adjustment knob must be as-

sembled on the side of the unit opposite the

operator’s position.

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Pivot handle to a comfortable position.

Tighten handle securely.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

WARNING:

The shield helps to protect

theoperatorandothers fromthrownobjects,

andis equipped witha linelimiter bladewhich

cuts excess line.This blade(on undersideof

shield) is sharp and can cut you.

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Remove wing nut from shield.

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Insert bracket into slot as shown.

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Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole

in bracket.

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Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

Slot

Shield

Wing

Nut

Bracket

Line Limiter Blade

FUEL YOUR UNIT

This engine is certified to operate on un-

leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed

withagood quality 2-cycle air-cooledengine

oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.

Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is recom-

mended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing

3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded

gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the

instructions printedonthe container.Always

read and follow the safety rules underFUEL

SAFETY.

STARTING

For occasional use only.

Starting Position

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

Pushandholdenginestop switchin the

STOP

or

OFF

positionuntilthe unithas fully stopped.

WARNING:

The trimmer head will turn

while starting the engine. A hot muffler can

cause serious burns.

Summary of Contents for Twist 'N Edge 530087611

Page 1: ...Lire le manuel de l utilisateur et bien respecter tous les avertisse ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves Operator s Manual Manual del Operador Manuel de L utilisateur Frigidaire Home Products Augusta GA 30907 WCI Outdoor Products Inc 530087611 2 15 00 Please do not return unit to retailer Por favor no devuelva el aparato al l...

Page 2: ... aretired ill upset or under the influence ofalcohol drugs or medication S Wearhearingprotectionif youuse thisunit for more than 1 1 2 hours per day S Never start or run inside a closed roomor building Breathingexhaustfumes cankill S Keep handles free of oil and fuel UNIT MAINTENANCE SAFETY S Disconnectthesparkplugbeforeperform ingmaintenanceexceptcarburetoradjust ments S Look for and replace dama...

Page 3: ...oolandseekmed icalattention Ananti vibration systemdoes not guarantee the avoidance of these prob lems Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closelytheirphysicalconditionandthecondi tion of this tool ASSEMBLY WARNING Makesure unitis properlyas sembled and all fasteners are secure ATTACHING THE HANDLE Groove S Assemble handle to the unit as shown makesurebottom...

Page 4: ...e to the proper length TWIST N EDGE S Pull the tab toward the engine S Twist the tube to the edging position release the tab Tab REPLACING THE LINE S Remove spoolby firmly pulling on tapbut ton S Clean entire surface of hub and spool S Replace with a pre wound spool or cut a length of 20 feet of 080 2 mm diameter Weed Eaterr brand line Never use wire rope string etc which can break off and become ...

Page 5: ...y defective gasoline product or at tachment as follows from the originaldateof purchase 2 YEARS Parts and Labor when used for household purposes 90 DAYS Parts and Labor when used for commercial professional orincomeproduc ing purposes 30 DAYS Parts andLabor ifused forrental purposes Thiswarrantyisnottransferableanddoesnot coverdamageorliabilitycausedbyimproper handling improper maintenance or the ...

Page 6: ...near est authorized service center or call POULAN WEED EATER at 1 800 554 6723 WARRANTY COM MENCEMENT DATE The warranty period beginsonthedatethelawnandgardenequip ment engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE Thiswarrantyshallbeforape riod of two years from the initialdate of pur chase WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or re placement of any warranted part willbeper formed at no...

Page 7: ...7 The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified Example Year EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and or CALIFORNIA ...

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