WEED EATER RT110 (01) PDF Document

To ensure operator safety when using the WEED EATER RT110, please follow these guidelines:

• Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance on your unit. Always wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.

• Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

• Stay Alert. Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.

• Avoid unintentional starting of the unit. Never carry the unit with your finger on the switch. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position and never touch the switch when connecting the extension cord.

• Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.

• Keep body parts clear of rotating line.

• Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If approached, stop the unit immediately.

Please follow these electrical safety rules when using your WEED EATER RT110:

• Avoid a dangerous environment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock.

• Use a voltage supply as shown on the unit.

• Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to the unit.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

• To reduce risk of electrical shock, use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the unit. The cord must be marked with the suffix “W-A” (in Canada “W”). Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect the extension cord before use and replace if damaged. Do not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deterioration. Plug connectors must be undamaged. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

• Do not use multiple cords.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank the extension cord to disconnect the unit.

• Keep the extension cord clear of the operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.

• To avoid the possibility of electric shock, avoid body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal fences or pipes.

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used.

• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and fasteners are in place and securely fastened. Parts that are damaged must be repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer. These include head parts that are cracked or chipped, guards, and any other part that is damaged.

• Do not repair the unit yourself.

• Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) diameter recommended trimmer line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

• Use the specified trimmer spool. Make sure the spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened.

• Use only WEED EATER replacement parts and accessories as recommended.

• Inspect the area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting head.

• Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep firm footing and balance.

• Keep the cutting head below waist level. Do not raise handles above your waist. The cutting head can come dangerously close to your body.

• Keep away from the cutting head and spinning line.

• Use the unit properly. Use only for trimming, scalping, and mowing. Do not force the unit. It will do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

• Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.

1. Place the unit on a flat surface.

2. Loosen and remove the wing nut and bolt from the assist handle.

3. Firmly push the assist handle over the tube. To make installation easier, tilt the handle toward the trigger housing while pushing down.

4. Reinstall the bolt in the handle. Thread the wing nut onto the bolt.

5. Adjust the handle up or down the tube to a comfortable position; tighten the wing nut securely.

The shield must be properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others. Your unit is equipped with a line limiter blade, which cuts excess line to the proper length while running. The line limiter blade (on the underside of the shield) is sharp and can cut you.

NOTE: If the shield is not properly installed, damage to the unit (including motor failure) will result.

1. Align the installation arrow on the shield with the installation arrow on the motor housing.

2. Insert the shield onto the motor housing. Ensure the cutting head remains free to rotate and the line is not caught between the shield and the motor housing.

3. Twist the shield in the direction of the arrow until it snaps securely into place.

RECESSED PLUG: Where you attach your extension cord to the unit.

TRIGGER SWITCH: Used to turn on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit. Release to stop.

LINE LIMITER BLADE: Cuts the cutting line to the proper cutting length.

ASSIST HANDLE: Used to help hold and guide the unit.

TRIMMER HEAD: Holds cutting line and rotates during operation.

TAP BUTTON: Used to advance the cutting line during operation and to remove the spool during line replacement.

Other components include the Cord Retainer, Assist Handle, Air Vents, Motor Housing, and Debris Shield.

Use the following chart to select the correct extension cord gauge for your WEED EATER RT110 based on its length.

Extension cords are available for this unit.

Loop your extension cord through the handle and around the hook as shown in the manual. Ensure the plug and cord are firmly and fully engaged.

When operating your WEED EATER RT110, stand as shown in the manual and check for the following:

• Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.

• Hold the trigger handle with your right hand and the assist handle with your left hand.

• Keep the unit below waist level.

• Cut only from your right to your left to ensure debris is thrown away from you. Without bending over, keep the line near and parallel to the ground and not crowded into the material being cut.

Advance the line by tapping the bottom of the cutting head lightly on the ground while the unit is running at full speed. A metal line limiter blade attached to the shield will cut the line to the proper length.

WARNING: Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter line. Other sizes of line will not advance properly and will result in improper cutting head function 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.

TRIMMING: Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make contact. Do not force the trimmer line into the work area.

SCALPING: The scalping technique removes unwanted vegetation down to the ground. 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.

MOWING: 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 and damage the tool.

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.

Before performing maintenance, disconnect the unit from the power source.

BEFORE EACH USE – CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS:

• Housing Screws

• Assist Handle

• Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS:

• Trigger Switch – Ensure the switch functions properly by pressing and releasing the trigger switch. Make sure the motor stops.

• Debris Shield – Discontinue use of the unit if the debris shield is damaged.

AFTER EACH USE – INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS:

• After each use, inspect the complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

• Wipe off the unit with a clean dry cloth.

1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.

2. Remove the spool by firmly pulling on the tap button.

3. Clean the entire surface of the hub and spool.

4. Replace with a pre-wound spool or cut a length of 30 feet of 0.065″ (1.65 mm) diameter WEED EATER brand line. Use of heavier lines could overload and damage the unit.

5. Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1 cm) into the small hole inside the spool.

6. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow found on the spool.

7. Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5 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 extending outside the hub to release it from the notch; otherwise, the unit will not function properly.

Perform the following steps after each use:

• Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use.

• Carry the unit with the motor stopped.

• Store the unit so the line limiter blade cannot cause injury.

• Store the unit and extension cord indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Store the unit unplugged.

• Store the unit with all guards in place. Position the unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

Always stop the unit and disconnect from the power source before performing any remedies, except for those that require the unit to be operating.