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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
1000E
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-
siones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products
North America
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2001 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
530086783
10/12/01
extension cord before each use. If there is S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
any damage, do not use until damage is re-
paired by your authorized service dealer.
S Do not pull or carry by cord; do not use cord
as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord
cedures.
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way.
Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
away from heated surfaces. Do not unplug by S Use only recommended Weed Eater! parts
pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
and accessories. Never use wire, wire
rope, string, flailing devices, etc.
S Do not use the powerhead if the switch does S Be sure blade stops turning when engine
not turn the unit on and off properly. Have the
unit repaired by your authorized service deal-
er.
idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENTS section of powerhead manual).
S Remove the blade before making carburetor
adjustments. Hold the unit by hand. Do not
make carburetor adjustments from the blade
side of the unit.
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 Avoid any body contact with any grounded S Keep others away when making carburetor
conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes, to
adjustments.
avoid the possibility of electric shock. Don’t S Never start the unit with the clutch housing re-
handle plug or unit with wet hands.
moved. The clutch can fly off and cause seri-
ous injury.
S Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If pow-
erhead is not working as it should, has been S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
into water, return it to your authorized service
for repair.
plained in this manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
S If blade strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug
wire (or disconnect from power source), in-
spect for damage, and repair any damage be-
fore resuming operation of the unit.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the circuit or
outlet to be used for the powerhead. Recep-
tacles are available having built-in GFCI
protection and may be used for this measure
of safety.
EDGING SAFETY
Your powerhead should be double insulated
to help protect against electric shock. Double
insulation construction consists of two sepa-
rate “layers” of electrical insulation instead of
grounding. Tools and appliances built with a
double insulation system are not intended to
be grounded. Safety precautions must be ob-
served when operating any electrical tool.
The double insulation system only provides
added protection against injury resulting from
an internal electrical insulation failure.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
edged before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)
which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
S Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away. Stop the unit immediately if you
are approached.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
S Always keep the wheel in contact with the
ground.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
blade and muffler.
S Always push the unit slowly over the ground.
Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in the
terrain, large roots, etc.
S Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs ex-
plained in this manual. Use only for edging.
Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet
locations.
S To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow exces-
sive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate
on the attachment.
WARNING: All repairs to an electric
powerhead, including housing, switch, motor,
etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qual-
ified service personnel. Replacement parts
for a double insulated appliance must be iden-
tical to the parts they replace. A double insu-
lated appliance is marked with the words
“double insulation” or “double insulated”. The
symbol
(square within a square) may also
be marked on the appliance. Failure to have
the unit repaired by your authorized service
dealer can cause the double insulation con-
struction to become ineffective and result in
serious injury.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S Objects struck by the cutting member can
cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn
should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to edging.
S Never operate without blade shield in place.
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from
power source) before performing mainte-
nance.
S Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make
sure all fasteners are in place and securely
fastened.
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Thrown
Objects
WARNING:
Blades can throw objects violentl.y
D You can be blinded or injured.
D Wear safety glasses and boots.
Safety
Glasses
Boots
WARNING:
Hazard zone for thrown objects.
D Blades can throw objects violently.
D Others can be blinded or injured.
D Keep people and animals 50 feet
(15 m) away.
Blades move
momentarily
after the
Allow blades to stop
before removing them
rom he cut.
WARNING:
Blades move momentarily after the
trigger is released.
trigge
D The blades can seriously cut you or
others.
D Allow blades to stop before
removing them from the cut.
releas
WARNING:
Read Instruction Manual.
D Follow all warnings and instructions.
D Failure to do so can result in
serious injury.
Instruction
Manual
Safety Decals
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek med-
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this unit.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.
S Stop powerhead before leaving work area.
S Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool before
storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa-
ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-
naces, etc.
S Store attachment so blade cannot accidental-
ly cause injury.
S Store attachment indoors, out of reach of chil-
dren.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
STANDARDS: This edger attachment is Listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., in ac-
cordance with UL Standard 1602, “Gasoline--Engine--Powered, Rigid--Cutting--Member ,
Edgers and Edger Trimmers,” only when used with the following models:
31cc Powerhead (with trimmer attachment). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31WG
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ASSEMBLY
1. Place the tube clamp over the upper tube
above the arrow on the safety decal.
2. Position the clamp base under the upper
tube and align the tube clamp and clamp
base screw holes (use spacer tabs be-
tween tube clamp and clamp base if nec-
essary to secure clamp, i.e. for 1" diame-
ter upper tube).
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Handlebar
S Hex wrench (provided)
HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY
POWERHEAD
END
DANGER: RISK OF CUT. To avoid
serious injury, the barrier portion of the han-
dlebar must be installed as shown on the up-
per tube of the powerhead to provide a barrier
between operator and the spinning blade. At-
tach tube clamp above arrow on safety warn-
ing decal on the upper tube (powerhead end
of unit). Ensure handlebar is positioned on
handlebar clamp between the arrows on the
handlebar decal.
Handlebar Clamp
between arrows on
handlebar decal
Clamp
Clamp
Base
Knob
Tube
Clamp
NOTE: The tube clamp base has four
spacer tabs attached. These tabs are pro-
vided to adapt this attachment for use with
powerheads that have a 1" diameter upper
tube (the tube clamp will not tighten down se-
curely on the 1" diameter upper tube without
using these spacer tabs). The tabs must be
broken off completely before use and placed
over the screw holes on the clamp base.
These tabs are not needed for powerheads
with a 7/8" upper tube.
Screws
Arrow on
Safety Decal
ATTACHMENT
END
3. Insert the four screws into the screw
holes.
4. Secure tube clamp by tightening screws
with the hex wrench.
HANDLEBAR CLAMP BASE
5. Position the handlebar as shown, ensur-
ing the handlebar is positioned on the han-
dlebar clamp between the arrows on the
handlebar decal.
6. Retighten handlebar by turning clamp
knob clockwise until handlebar is secure
and stationary in clamp (clamp knob can-
not be overtightened).
Spacer Tab
Spacer Tabs
positioned for use
on 1" diameter
upper tube
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR EDGER ATTACHMENT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDG-
ER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself with the
location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Hanger
Depth Adjustment Knob
Tube
Blade Shield
Wheel
Locking Lever
Gearbox
Edger Blade
BLADE
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The BLADE is designed to cut sod.
The DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB is used
to adjust the wheel for blade cutting depth.
LOCKING LEVER
The LOCKING LEVER is used to prevent the
blade shaft from turning during blade replace-
ment.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler
which enables optional attachments to be
installed. The optional attachments are:
Locking/Release
Button
MODEL:
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2000T
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3000B
Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4000C
Coupler
Lower Attachment
Upper Tube
3. While securely holding the upper tube, pull
the attachment straight out of the coupler.
WARNING: Always disconnect pow-
erhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead
from power source) before removing or instal-
ling attachments.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of upper tube cou-
pler.
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.
Primary Hole
Coupler
Guide Recess
Upper Tube
Coupler
LOOSEN
Lower
Attachment
Locking/ Attachment
Release
Button
Upper
Tube
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
TIGHTEN
Knob
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4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- S Allow the engine to warm up before you begin
curely by turning clockwise.
edging.
S Increase the engine speed before placing the
blade in the cut. For best results, run the en-
gine at full throttle while cutting.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for storage
when attachment is not in use.
S Always work going away from people and
solid objects such as walls, large stones,
trees, automobiles, etc.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
S Be careful when edging near trees or valuable
plants. The high speed metal blade may cut
roots and cause damage to the plants.
S If the blade stalls, immediately move the unit
back slightly to allow the blade to restart. If the
blade continues to stall, stop the engine, dis-
connect the spark plug, and inspect for block-
age or damage.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until the
locking/release button snaps into the hole.
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
Eye Protection
WARNING: Keep the blade area
clean. Always release the throttle trigger,
move the powerhead ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position, disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source),
and make sure the blade has completely
stopped turning before cleaning.
Long Pants
Heavy Shoes
SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH
WARNING: Never attempt to adjust
the cut depth when the engine is running. Al-
ways release the throttle trigger, wait until the
blade stops turning, move the powerhead
ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, and dis-
connect spark plug (or disconnect from pow-
er source) before making adjustments.
When operating unit, stand as shown and
check for the following:
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
S Keep right arm slightly bent with right hand
holding the trigger handle of powerhead.
S Keep left arm extended with left hand hold-
ing the handlebar.
Depth Adjustment
Knob
S Keep unit below waist level.
S Adjust edger wheel for proper cut depth.
WARNING: Never attempt to adjust
the edger wheel when the unit is in operation.
Always stop the powerhead, wait until the
blade stops turning, and disconnect the spark
plug (or disconnect powerhead from power
source) before making adjustments.
1. Loosen the depth adjustment knob.
2. Slide the wheel to the desired position.
S Raising the wheel will increase the cut-
ting depth.
EDGING
As you become familiar with use of your edger
attachment, you will be able to determine your
own operating pace. Conditions such as
depth of cut and material being cut will regu-
S Lowering the wheel will decrease the
cutting depth.
late the speed and time required for your edg- 3. Tighten the depth adjustment knob se-
ing job.
curely.
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MAINTENANCE
BLADE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug wire (or disconnect pow-
erhead from power source) before performing
maintenance.
WARNING: The blade will continue
to spin after the engine stops or after the
throttle trigger has been released. To avoid
serious injury, make sure the blade has
stopped coasting and disconnect the spark
plug (or disconnect powerhead from power
source) before performing work on the blade.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S Blade Shield -- Discontinue use of edger if
WARNING: Always replace a blade
that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way. Never attempt to
straighten and reuse a damaged blade. Use
only specified replacement blade. Wear pro-
tective gloves when handling or performing
maintenance on the blade to help avoid injury.
blade shield is damaged.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Blade nut
S Fasteners
S The blade is reversible. When the cutting
edge on one side becomes worn, turn the
blade over (see BLADE REPLACEMENT
in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
section).
S Check blade for flatness periodically. Lay
the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flat-
ness. Throw away a blade that is not flat.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
2. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever falls
into one of the grooves in the dust cup.
3. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
keep the shaft from turning while loosening
the blade nut.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
WARNING: The blade will continue to
spin after the engine stops or after the throttle
trigger has been released. To avoid serious
injury, make sure the blade has stopped
coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source)
before performing work on the blade.
4. Remove the blade nut, both washers, and
the blade from the blade shaft.
Blade shield
Blade
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling or performing maintenance on
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and
can cut you even when it is not moving.
Washers
Blade
Shaft
Blade nut
5. Install new blade onto blade shaft.
6. Reinstall both washers and blade nut.
7. Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench.
8. Release locking lever.
9. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds
against the shield, or appears to be un-
even, the blade is not centered, and you
must reinstall.
Locking Lever
1. To remove the blade, push in locking lever
and hold.
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STORAGE
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of
the blade; wrap it in heavy paper or cloth.
S Check entire attachment for loose screws
or nuts. Replace any damaged, worn or
broken parts.
S Allow attachment and gearbox to cool be-
fore storing or transporting.
S Store attachment with blade shield in place.
Position attachment so that any sharp ob-
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
S Store the attachment in a dry, well venti-
lated area out of the reach of children.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare attachment for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your edger attachment is to be stored for a
period of time:
S Clean the entire attachment.
S Inspect the blade shield area and clean any
dirt, grass, leaves, or debris that has col-
lected. Inspect the blade and blade shield; re-
place a blade that is bent, warped, cracked,
broken or damaged in any other way.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX
HOME
PRODUCTS
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
NORTH AMERICA, Division of WCI Out-
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
door Products, Inc., warrants to the original OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
purchaser that each new Weed Eater!
STATE TO STATE.NO CLAIMS FOR CON-
brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from SEQUENTIAL OROTHER DAMAGES WILL
defects in material and workmanship and BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO
agrees to repair or replace under this war-
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EX-
ranty any defective gasoline product or at- CEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED
tachment as follows from the original date of HEREIN.
purchase.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income produc- SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
ing purposes.
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental APPLY TO YOU.
purposes.
ELECTROLUX
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
HOME PRODUCTS
This warranty is not transferable and does not NORTH AMERICA’S policy is to continu-
cover damage or liability caused by improper ously improve its products. Therefore, ELEC-
handling, improper maintenance, or the use TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
of accessories and/or attachments not spe- AMERICA reserves the right to change,
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA for
modify, or discontinue models, designs,
specifications, and accessories of all prod-
this tool. Additionally, this warranty does not ucts at any time without notice or obligation to
cover tune-ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting
line, or rotating head parts that will wear and
require replacement with reasonable use dur-
ing the warranty period. This warranty does
not cover predelivery setup or normal adjust-
ments explained in the instruction manual.
any purchaser.
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