Weed Eater WE EL-11 Trimmer User Manual


 
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SWEEPING
The fanning action of the rotating line can be
usedfor aquick and easy clean up. Keepthe
line parallel to and above the surfaces being
swept and move the tool from side to side.
Sweeping
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect unitfromthe
power source before performing mainte-
nance.
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
Thewarrantyonthisunitdoesnotcoveritems
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.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS A ND PARTS
Housing Screws
Locking Sleeve Assembly
As sist H andle
Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PART S
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions
properly by pressing andreleasing thetrig-
ger switch. Make sure motor stops.
Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT A ND LA-
BELS
After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us-
ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLAC ING THE LIN E
1. Disconnect the unit from the power
source.
2. Removethe spoolby firmly pulling onthe
tap button.
3. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
4. Replace withapre-wound spool or cut a
length of 30 feet of 0.065(1.65 mm) di-
ameter WEED EATER brand line. Use of
heavier lines couldoverload and damage
unit.
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,
string,etc.,whichcanbreakoffandbecomea
dangerous missile.
5. Insert oneendofthelineabout1/2 inch(1
cm) into the small hole inside the s pool.
6. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow
found on the spool.
7. Push theline intothe notch,leaving3to5
inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
8. Insert the line into the exit hole in the hub
as shown in the illustration.
9. Align the notch with the line exit hole.
10. Push the spool into the hub until it snaps
into place.
11. Pull on the line extendingoutside thehub
toreleaseitfromthenotch;otherwise,the
unit w ill not function proper
ly.
Small
Hole
Spool
Tap
Button
Hub
Line ex it hole
L
ine in Notch