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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
2000T
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 lesiones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
530086786 5/1/02
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. Failure to so so can result in serious injury.
This power unit can be dangerous! This unit can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others.
Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual.
Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who have read, understand and will follow the instructions and warnings on the unit and in the manual. Never allow children to operate this unit.
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
OPERATOR SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT. KEEP
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM TINES
AND CUTTING AREA. Rotating tines can cause serious injury. Do not attempt to clear away cut material or hold material to be cut when the engine/motor is running. Make sure powerhead is stopped and spark plug wire is disconnected (or powerhead is disconnected from power source) when removing jammed material from the tines. Do not grab or hold attachment by the tines.
S Dress properly.
Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87.
S Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.
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Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.
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Secure hair above shoulder length.
Secure or remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning tines.
S Stay alert. Do not operate when you are tired, ill, upset, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.
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Wear hearing protection.
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Never start or run inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
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Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine cover in place and properly secured.
FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheads)
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Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approved for fuel.
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Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the powerhead.
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Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting the powerhead.
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Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting powerhead engine.
S
Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap.
S Remove fuel cap slowly.
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Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric powerheads)
WARNING: Keep away from rotating tines. You and others can be blinded/injured.
Wear eye and leg protection.
Hazard Zone
30 ft.
(10 m)
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 30 feet
(10 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if approached.
WARNING: 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. Do not handle extension cord plug or unit with wet hands.
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Use only a voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unit.
S
Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.
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S Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where dust or explosive vapors can build up.
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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances. The electrical rating of the cord must not be 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 extension cord before use and replace if damaged. 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 smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
S
Do not use multiple cords.
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The powerhead may have a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other); if so, it 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 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.
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Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the insulation and connectors on the powerhead and extension cord before each use. If there is any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by your authorized service center.
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 away from heated surfaces. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
S
Do not use the powerhead if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly.
Have the unit repaired by your authorized service center.
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 conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes, to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Don’t handle plug or unit with wet hands.
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Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If powerhead is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to your authorized service center for repair.
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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for the powerhead. Receptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
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DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
Your powerhead should be double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction consists of two separate
“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 observed when operating any electrical tool. The double insulation system only provides added protection against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure.
WARNING: All repairs to an electric powerhead, including housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double insulated 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 construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing maintenance.
S
Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks.
Make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.
S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures.
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Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by an authorized service center.
S
Throw away tines that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
S
Use only recommended Weed Eater! parts and accessories. Never use wire, wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc.
S
Be sure tines stop turning when engine idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENTS section of powerhead manual).
S Remove the tines before making carburetor adjustments. Hold the unit by hand.
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Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
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Never start the unit with the clutch housing removed. The clutch can fly off and cause serious injury.
S
Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that might stop the tines. If heavy contact occurs, stop the unit and inspect for damage.
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If tines strike a foreign object, follow these steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug wire (or disconnect from power source), inspect for damage, and repair any damage before resuming operation of the unit.
S Never douse or squirt the attachment with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and decals with a damp sponge (see STORAGE).
CULTIVATING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cultivated before each use.
Remove objects
(rocks, vines, branches, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown by the tines or can wrap around the shaft.
S
Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach or stand on unstable surfaces.
S
Look behind and use care when backing up.
S
Keep all parts of your body away from the tines and muffler.
S
Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. Use only for cultivating. Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet locations.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
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 water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S
Store attachment so tines cannot accidentally cause injury.
S
Store attachment indoors, out of reach of children.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered 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 damage 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 medical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.
NOTE:
If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
ASSEMBLY
Your attachment is fully assembled; no assembly is necessary.
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CULTIVATOR 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
Tube
Tine Cover
Cutting Tines
CUTTING TINES
The CUTTING TINES are designed to loosen soil.
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TINE COVER
The TINE COVER provides partial protection from the rotating tines.
OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. The optional attachments are:
Edger
Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MODEL:
1000E
3000B
4000C
WARNING: Always disconnect powerhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before removing or installing attachments.
REMOVING ATTACHMENT
CAUTION: When removing or installing attachments, place the powerhead and attachment on a flat surface for stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.
Upper Tube
Coupler
LOOSEN
Lower
Attachment
TIGHTEN Knob
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler
Lower Attachment
Upper Tube
3. While securely holding the upper tube, pull the attachment straight out of the coupler.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of upper tube coupler.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for storage when attachment is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
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
Long Pants
Heavy Shoes
WARNING: To avoid personal injury, never carry the cultivator while the unit is running.
WARNING: The gearbox gets very hot after extended periods of use. To avoid burns, do not touch the gearbox until it has been allowed to cool.
CULTIVATING
1. Move the cultivator to the work area prior to starting the engine/motor.
2. With the engine/motor running and the tines off the ground, press the throttle trigger to increase the engine speed.
3. Hold trigger handle and assist handle firmly. Slowly lower the cultivator until the tines make contact with the ground.
Upper
Tube
Locking/
Release
Button
Attachment
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 securely by turning clockwise.
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4. As unit begins cultivating, pull back on the unit so that the tines can penetrate the ground.
5. Once the ground has been broken, continue at a moderate pace until you are familiar with the controls and the handling of the cultivator.
6. Pull the cultivator backwards to improve the depth of cultivation and reduce your effort.
7. To cultivate in confined areas or narrow rows, remove the left and right outer tines
(see TINE REPLACEMENT).
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug wire (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing maintenance.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service center for replacement of damaged or worn parts.
S
Tine Cover -- Discontinue use of cultivator if tine cover is damaged.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Clevis pins
S Hitch pin clips
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 detergent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
TINE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: The tines will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. To avoid serious injury, make sure the tines have stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing work on the tines.
WARNING: Always replace tines that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Never attempt to straighten and reuse a damaged tine. Use only specified replacement tines. Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the tines to help avoid injury.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TINE REPLACEMENT
WARNING: The tines will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. To avoid serious injury, make sure the tines have stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing work on the tines.
WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the tines to avoid injury. The tines become very sharp from use.
1. Remove the hitch pin clips and clevis pins.
Clevis Pin
Hitch Pin Clip
2. Remove the tines and felt cushions from the shaft.
3. Clean and oil the shaft.
4. Replace the tines and the felt cushions.
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5. Repeat previous steps on opposite side.
6. Reinstall clevis pins and hitch pin clips.
NOTE:
When installed correctly, the hubs on the tines will face each other. The letters
“R” stamped on the tines will be on the right side of the cultivator and the letters “L” will be on the left side.
WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:
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Allow attachment and gearbox to cool before storing or transporting.
S
Position attachment so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.
S
Store the attachment in a dry, well ventilated area out of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare attachment for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your cultivator attachment is to be stored for a period of time:
STORAGE
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Clean the entire attachment.
S
Inspect the tine cover area and clean any dirt or debris that has collected. Inspect the tines; replace tines that are bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any other way.
S
Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
S
Check entire attachment for loose screws or nuts. Replace any damaged, worn or broken parts.
S
At the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., warrants to the original purchaser that each
!
tachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or attachment as follows from the original date of purchase.
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for commercial, professional, or income producing purposes.
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling, improper maintenance, or the use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Additionally, this warranty does not cover tuneups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotating head parts that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover predelivery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to change, modify, or discontinue models, designs, specifications, and accessories of all products at any time without notice or obligation to any purchaser.
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