Poulan Trimmer RTE115 User Manual

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Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
RTE115  
WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Read instructions carefully before assembling.  
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc-  
ciones de seguridad. Antes de ensamblar el producto lea cuidado-  
samente el instructivo. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones gra-  
ves.  
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Veuillez lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les  
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WEED EATER  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
WEED EATER  
5855 Terry Fox Way  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4  
545117527  
8/8/06  
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S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by  
the extension cord or yank extension cord  
to disconnect unit.  
S Use cord retainer to prevent disconnection  
of extension cord from unit and possible  
damage to the unit due to plug movement  
(see ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD  
TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERATION  
section).  
S Do not use the unit if the switch does not  
turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs to  
the switch must be made by your autho-  
rized service dealer.  
S Keep the extension cord clear of operator  
and obstacles at all times. Do not expose  
cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.  
S To avoid the possibility of electric shock,  
avoid body contact with any grounded con-  
ductor, such as metal fences or pipes.  
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)  
protection should be provided on circuit or  
outlet to be used. Receptacles are avail-  
able having built-in GFCI protection and  
may be used for this measure of safety.  
S Maintain unit according to recommended  
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper  
length. Follow instructions for changing  
trimmer line.  
S Have all service and maintenance not ex-  
plained in this manual performed by an au-  
thorized service dealer to avoid creating a  
hazard.  
S Never douse or squirt the unit with water or  
any other liquid. Clean unit and decals with  
a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean,  
and free from oil and grease.  
S Keep the air vents clean and free of debris  
to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after  
each use.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power  
source when not in use.  
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.  
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade (on  
underside of shield) cannot cause injury.  
S Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of  
the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.  
S Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is  
depressed.  
UNIT SAFETY  
S Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged  
parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and  
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.  
DOUBLE INSULATION  
CONSTRUCTION  
This unit is double insulated to help protect  
against electric shock. Double insulation  
constructionconsists of two separate “layers”  
of electrical insulation instead of grounding.  
Tools built with this insulation system are not  
intended to be grounded. No grounding  
means is provided on this unit, nor should a  
means of grounding beadded to this unit. As a  
result, the extension cord used with your unit  
can be plugged into any standard 120 volt  
electrical outlet.  
Safety precautions must be observed when  
operating any electrical tool. The double in-  
sulation system only provides added protec-  
tion against injury resulting from an internal  
electrical insulation failure.  
S Do not repair unit yourself.  
S Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter  
recommended trimmer line (see USER  
REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS in the  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section).  
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.  
S Use specified trimmer spool. Make sure  
spool is properly installed and all parts are  
securely fastened.  
S Use only WEED EATER replacement parts  
and accessories as recommended.  
CUTTING SAFETY  
WARNING: All electrical repairs to  
this unit, including housing, switch, motor,  
etc., must bediagnosed andrepaired by qual-  
ified service personnel. Replacement parts  
for a double insulated appliance must be rec-  
ommended by the manufacturer. A double in-  
sulated appliance is marked with the words  
“double insulation” or “double insulated”. The  
S Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects  
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string,  
etc.) which can be thrown or become en-  
tangled in cutting head.  
S Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup-  
port. Keep firm footing and balance.  
S Keep the cutting head below waist level. Do  
not raise handles above your waist. Cutting  
head can come dangerously close to your  
body.  
symbol (squarewithin asquare)  
may also  
be marked on the appliance. Failure to have  
the unit repaired by qualified service person-  
nel can cause the double insulation construc-  
tion to become ineffective and result in seri-  
ous injury.  
S Keep away from cutting head and spinning  
line.  
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  
designed.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
S Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.  
MAINTENANCE SAFETY  
WARNING: Disconnect unit from the  
power supply before performing mainte-  
nance, or when changing trimmer line.  
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ASSEMBLY  
Front  
Locking  
Tab  
Edge Guide  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
review all assembly steps to ensure your unit  
is properly assembled and all fasteners are  
secure.  
Rear Locking  
Tabs  
ADJUSTING ASSIST HANDLE  
1. Loosen and remove wing nut and bolt  
from assist handle.  
2. Place unit on a flat surface.  
3. Firmly push the assist handle over the  
tube. To make installation easier, tilt han-  
dle toward trigger housing while pushing  
down (see illustration).  
Shield  
2. Place shield over cutting head at an angle  
to the motor housing. Insert front locking  
tab on shield into opening in front of motor  
housing.  
4. Reinstall bolt in handle. Thread wing nut  
onto bolt.  
5. Adjust the handle up or down the tube to a  
comfortable position; tighten wing nut se-  
curely.  
Shield  
Opening for  
Front  
Locking Tab  
Cutting Head  
Motor Housing  
3. Keep front locking tab in the motor housing.  
Cutting Head  
Shield  
ATTACHING THE SHIELD  
WARNING: The shield must be prop-  
erly installed. The shield provides partial  
protection to the operator and others from the  
risk of thrown objects. Your unit is equipped  
with a line limiter blade, which cuts excess  
line to the proper length while running. The  
line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is  
sharp and can cut you.  
4. Push shield toward motor housing until  
rear locking tabs snap into rear notches.  
An audible snap must be heard. Ensure  
the cutting head remains free to rotate  
and the line is not caught between the  
shield and the motor housing.  
NOTE: If shield is not properly installed, dam-  
age to unit (including motor failure) will result.  
1. Insert edge guide into two holes in shield.  
NOTE: Edge guide must be positioned on  
shield prior to installation on motor housing  
(see following illustration).  
Shield  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER  
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.  
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls  
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.  
Trigger Switch  
Assist Handle  
Twist and Edge Button  
Cord  
Retainer  
Motor Housing  
Edge Guide  
Recessed  
Plug  
Air Vents  
Trimmer Head  
with 0.065 inch  
Trimmer Line  
Debris Shield  
Line Limiter Blade  
TRIMMER HEAD  
RECESSED PLUG  
The RECESSED PLUG is where you attach  
your extension cord to the unit.  
The TRIMMER HEAD holds the cutting line  
and rotates during operation.  
TRIGGER SWITCH  
TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON  
The TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON is used to  
twist the lower portion of the unit into an edg-  
ing position.  
EDGE GUIDE  
The EDGE GUIDE protects the unit fromcon-  
tacting the ground during edging.  
TheTRIGGER SWITCHis used toturn onthe  
unit. Squeeze the trigger switchto operate the  
unit. Release to stop.  
LINE LIMITER BLADE  
The LINE LIMITER BLADE cuts the cutting  
line to the proper cutting length.  
ASSIST HANDLE  
The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help hold  
and guide the unit.  
CORRECT OPERATING POSITION  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Use only a voltage supply as specified on  
your unit.  
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD  
Extension Cord Gauge Chart  
Length of Cord  
Gauge  
25 Ft. (7.5 m)  
50 Ft. (15 m)  
100 Ft. (30 m)  
18 Gauge  
16 Gauge  
16 Gauge  
Extension cords are available for this unit.  
ATTACH THE EXTENSION  
CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER  
Loop your extension cord through the handle  
and around the hook as shown. Insure the  
plug and cord are firmly and fully engaged.  
Edging  
Trimming  
Cord Retainer  
WARNING: Always wear eye protec-  
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head.  
Rocks or debris canricochet or be throwninto  
eyes and face and cause blindness or other  
serious injury.  
Extension Cord  
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When operating unit, stand as shown and  
check for the following:  
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.  
S Hold trigger handle with right hand and as-  
sist handle with left hand.  
S Keep unit below waist level.  
S Cut only from your right to your left to ensure  
debris is thrown away from you. Without  
bending over, keep line near and parallel to  
the ground (perpendicular when edging) and  
not crowded into material being cut.  
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ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE  
The cutting head advances line automati-  
cally. Do not tap head on the ground to ad-  
vance line. This may break parts and cause  
cutting head to malfunction.  
Upon unit start up, the line will advance auto-  
matically to the correct cutting path length.  
SCALPING  
The scalping technique removes unwanted  
vegetation. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head  
about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at  
an angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the  
ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc.  
This technique increases line wear.  
Always keep the shield in place when the tool  
is being operated.  
Scalping  
WARNING: Use only 0.065 inch  
(1.65 mm) diameter round line. Other sizes  
and shapes of line will not advance properly  
and will result in improper cutting head func-  
tion or can cause serious injury. Do not use  
other materials such as wire, string, rope, etc.  
Wire can break off during cutting and become  
a dangerous missile that can cause serious  
injury. See page 2 for warning concerning  
other cutting devices.  
MOWING  
TRIMMING  
Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places  
conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In  
the mowing position, keep the line parallel to  
the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the  
ground as this can scalp the ground anddam-  
age the tool.  
Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3  
inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an an-  
gle. Allow only the tip of the line to make con-  
tact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.  
Trimming  
Mowing  
3 inches (8 cm)  
above ground  
EDGING POSITION  
You can press this button and twist the lower  
portion 180_ counterclockwise into an edging  
position.  
SWEEPING  
The fanning action of the rotating line can be  
used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the  
line parallel to and above the surfaces being  
swept and move the tool from side to side.  
Sweepin
EDGING  
While edging allow the tip of the line to make  
contact. Do not force the line. The edge guard  
helps protect the unit and keeps the unit from  
contacting the ground. Take extra caution  
while edging as objects can be thrown from  
the trimmer line.  
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MAINTENANCE  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WARNING: Disconnect  
power  
WORN PARTS  
source before performing maintenance.  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions  
properly by pressing and releasing the trig-  
ger switch. Make sure motor stops.  
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if  
debris shield is damaged.  
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS  
The warranty on this unit does not cover items  
that have been subjected to operator abuse  
or negligence. To receive full value from the  
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as  
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-  
ments will need to be made periodically to  
properly maintain your unit.  
AFTER EACH USE  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-  
CALS  
BEFORE EACH USE  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Housing Screws  
S Assist Handle  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us-  
ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
S Debris Shield  
S Edge Guide  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
REPLACING THE LINE  
Pre--wound spools offer the most convenient  
method for replacing line and ensuring opti-  
mum performance.  
Feed line in  
direction  
shown on  
spool.  
S Replacement spools are color--coded to  
ensure use of the correct spool with your  
unit. Be sure to usethe same color spoolas  
the existing spool.  
NOTE: Always clear dirt and debris fromcut-  
ting head components when performing any  
type of maintenance.  
S Hold spool and unscrew cap by turning in  
the direction shown on top of the cap.  
S Remove line guide ring and spool.  
Spool  
Line guide ring  
Cap  
2. Insert one end of line into center cavity of  
empty spool. Ensure line will feed into  
spool in the direction shown on the spool  
(counterclockwise).  
3. Continue feeding line into spool, leaving  
4 -- 6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) unwound from  
center of spool.  
Spool  
INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE  
1. Install replacement spool.  
Use a pre--wound spool or refill spool with  
line. If usinga pre--wound spool, remove tape  
strip from line and spool.  
REFILLING THE SPOOL WITH LINE  
2. Thread line through line guide ring.  
Line through guide ring  
Slot  
WARNING: Use only 0.065 inch  
(1.65 mm) diameter round line. Other sizes  
and shapes of line will not advance properly  
and will result in improper cutting head func-  
tion or can cause serious injury. Do not use  
other materials such as wire, string, rope, etc.  
Wire can break off during cutting and become  
a dangerous missile that can cause serious  
injury.  
Replacement Spool  
3. Rest guide ring on spool and place line in  
slot. Allow line toextend4 -- 6 inches (10 --  
15 cm) from center of spool.  
4. Ensure line remains inslot whilescrewing  
cap on to the shaft. Only tighten cap  
hand tight!  
1. Cut a length of 25 feet of 0.065 inch (1.65  
mm) diameter round WEED EATER  
brand line.  
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USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS  
REPLACEMENT PART  
Spool with 0.065 inch Trimmer Line  
Line Guide Ring  
PART NUMBER  
952711602  
530403949  
530403810  
530403805  
530403886  
530016152  
530403914  
530403824  
Cap Assembly  
Assist Handle  
Bolt Carriage, 1/4-20  
Wing Nut  
Shield Assembly  
Edge Guide  
STORAGE  
S Store unit and extension cord indoors in a  
high, dry place out of the reach of children.  
Store unit unplugged.  
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury.  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use.  
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power  
source when not in use.  
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.  
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade can-  
not cause injury.  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before per-  
forming all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to  
be operating.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Trimmer head  
stops under a  
load or does not  
1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting.  
1. Crowding trimmer line  
against material being  
cut.  
2. Contact your authorized service dealer.  
3. Check breaker box.  
4. Remove debris.  
turn when switch 2. Electrical failure.  
is pressed.  
3. Thrown circuit breaker.  
4. Debris stopping head.  
Line does not  
advance or  
breaks while  
cutting.  
1. Check line routing.  
1. Line improperly routed  
in head.  
2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.  
2. Line improperly  
wound into spool.  
3. Incorrect line size  
4. Not enough line  
outside of head.  
3. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.  
4. Remove cover and pull 4 inches  
(10 cm) of line out of head.  
5. Clean unit.  
5. Dirt buildup on unit.  
Line welds onto  
spool.  
1. Line size is incorrect.  
2. Incorrect spool.  
3. Line is being crowded  
against material being  
cut.  
1. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.  
2. Replace with correct spool.  
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.  
Line releases  
continuously.  
1. Line improperly  
1. Check line routing.  
routed in head.  
2. Spool damaged.  
2. Replace spool.  
Line usage is  
excessive.  
1. Line improperly routed  
in head.  
1. Check line routing.  
2. Line size is incorrect.  
3. Crowding line against  
material being cut.  
2. Replace spool.  
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.  
4. Spool worn or damaged. 4. Replace spool.  
Line pulls back  
into head.  
1. Too little line outside  
of head.  
2. Line size incorrect.  
1. Remove cover and pull 4 inches  
(10 cm) of line outside of head.  
2. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
WEED EATER warrants to the original pur-  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-  
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-  
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-  
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT  
APPLY TO YOU.  
The policy of WEED EATER is to continu-  
ously improve its products. Therefore, WEED  
EATER reserves the right to change, modify,  
or discontinue models, designs, specifica-  
tions, and accessories of all products at any  
time without notice or obligation to any pur-  
chaser.  
chaser that each new WEED EATER brand  
electric or cordless product is free from de-  
fects in material and workmanship and  
agrees to repair or replace under this war-  
ranty any defective WEED EATER brand  
electric product within two (2) years from the  
original date of purchase.  
If your WEED EATER brand electric or cord-  
less product should fail within the limited  
warranty period, return it, complete, prepaid,  
with proof of purchase, to the dealer from  
whom it was purchased for repair or replace-  
ment at the option of WEED EATER.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance or the use of  
accessories and/or attachments not specifically  
recommended by WEED EATER for this elec-  
tric product. Additionally, this warranty does not  
cover parts that will wear and require replace-  
ment with reasonable use during the warranty  
period. This warranty does not cover predeliv-  
ery set--up or normal adjustments explained in  
the instruction manual.  
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