Weed Eater RT10 - Manual (Page 5)

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OPERATION
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.
Cord Retainer
Extension Cord
CORRECT OPERATING POSITION
Trimming
WARNING: Always wear eye pro-
tection. Never lean over the trimmer
head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or
be thrown into eyes and face and cause
blindness or other serious injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown
and check for the following:
S
Wear eye protection and heavy cloth-
ing.
S Hold trigger handle with right hand
and assist handle with left hand.
S Keep unit below waist level.
S Cut from your right to your left to en-
sure debris is thrown away from you.
Without bending over, keep line near
and parallel to the ground and not
crowded into material being cut.
ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE
Advance line by tapping bottom of cut-
ting head lightly on the ground while unit
is running at full speed. A metal line lim-
iter blade attached to the shield will cut
the line to the proper length.
Line limiter cuts
line to proper length.
To advance line, tap bottom of trimmer
head on ground one time.
TAP
Cutting head
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect power
source before performing maintenance.
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover
items that have been subjected to oper-
ator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator
must maintain unit as instructed in this
manual. Various adjustments will need
to be made periodically to properly
maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle
S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for
replacement of damaged or worn parts .
S Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch func-
tions properly by pressing and releas-
ing the trigger switch. Make sure mo-
tor stops.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of
unit if debris shield is damaged.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-
CALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit
for loose or damaged parts. Clean the
unit using a damp cloth with a mild de-
tergent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.