Weed Eater 530086792 - Manual (Page 6)

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OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler
which enables optional attachments to be
installed. The optional attachments are:
MODEL:
Edger 1000E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cultivator 2000T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blower 3000B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING: Always disconnect pow-
erhead spark plug before removing or instal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING ATTACHMENT
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the powerhead and attach-
ment on a flat surface for stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Upper Tube
Lower
Attachment
2. Press and hold the locking/release but-
ton.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler
Upper Tube
Lower Attachment
3. While securely holding the upper tube,
pull the attachment straight out of the
coupler.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-
ment (if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of upper tube cou-
pler.
Coupler Primary Hole
Upper
Tube
Locking/
Release
Button
Attachment
Guide Recess
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-
curely by turning clockwise.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for storage
when attachment is not in use. To install hang-
er on attachment:
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-
ment (if present) and discard.
2. Press and hold the locking/release but-
ton.
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until
the locking/release button snaps into the
hole.
OPERATING POSITION
Boots
Heavy,
Long Pants
Eye Protection
ALWAYS WEAR:
Cut from your left to your right.
NOTE: This brushcutter attachment is not
designed for use with electric powerheads.
When operating unit with brushcutter attach-
ment, clip shoulder strap onto upper shoulder
strap clamp, stand as shown and check for the
following:
S
Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
S Keep arms extended with right hand holding
the trigger handle of powerhead.
S Keep left arm extended with left hand hold-
ing the handlebar.
S Keep unit below waist level.
S Shoulder strap pad should be centered on
your left shoulder and danger sign centered
on your back.
S Maintain full weight of tool on left shoulder.
S Without bending over, keep the blade near
and parallel to the ground and not crowded in-
to material being cut.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT
S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs
when using a bladed unit. This reaction can
cause serious injury such as amputation.
Carefully study this section. It is important that
you understand what causes blade thrust,
how you can reduce the chance of its occur-
ring, and how you can remain in control of unit
if blade thrust occurs.
S WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST -- Blade
Thrust can occur when spinning blade con-
tacts an object that it does not cut. This contact
causes blade to stop for an instant and then
suddenly move or “thrust” away from object
that was hit. The “thrusting” reaction can be
violent enough to cause operator to be pro-
pelled in any direction and lose control of unit.
The uncontrolled unit can cause serious injury
if blade contacts operator or others.