User manual MCCULLOCH TRIMMAC 251-25CC

[. . . ] Engine ON/OFF switch Sound power level Max speed of output axle, rpm 2 SAFETY RULES When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. [. . . ] Muffler IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. 9. HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. HOW TO START YOUR UNIT WARNING: The trimmer head will turn while starting the engine. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a warm engine after running out of fuel) Starting Position STARTING A WARM ENGINE Set unit on a flat surface. Pull starter rope handle sharply until engine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do not pull rope more than 6 times. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to start, move choke lever to HALF CHOKE. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine doesn't start after 6 pulls (at the HALF CHOKE position), move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position and press the primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2 more times. Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter rope until the engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 seconds, then move the choke lever to OFF CHOKE. Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle trigger. NOTE: If engine dies with the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. 1. Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury. The cutting line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less than full throttle. The cutting line will last longer and will be less likely to "weld" onto the spool. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting. S Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE Advance line by tapping the bottom of the cutting head lightly on the ground while engine is running at full speed. The metal line limiter blade attached to the guard will cut the line to the proper length. WARNING: Use only 2 mm diameter line. Other sizes and shapes of line will not advance properly and will result in improper cutting head function or can cause serious injury. Wire can break off during cutting and become a dangerous missile that can cause serious injury. 3 in. [. . . ] Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. Engine smokes excessively. Engine runs hot. 9 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY relating to 2000/14/EC EC Declaration of Conformity relating to 2000/14/EC We, Electrolux Home Products, Inc. , Texarkana, TX, 75501, USA, Tél. : +1 903 223 4100, declare under sole responsibility that the McCulloch model TrimMac 251 grass trimmer was assessed in accordance with Annex V of the DIRECTIVE and from serial numbers 2003-210N00001 and onwards, conforms to the provisions of the DIRECTIVE. The measured sound power is 108 dB and the guaranteed sound power is 112 dB. Bounds, Director Product Safety and Standards DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY relating to 98/37/EC EC Declaration of Conformity (Directive 98/37/EC, Annex II, A) (Only applies to Europe) We, Electrolux Home Products, Inc. , Texarkana, TX, 75501, USA, Tél. [. . . ]