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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
245157
WE EL-13TNE
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Read instructions carefully before assembling.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc-
ciones de seguridad. Antes de ensamblar el producto lea cuidado-
samenteelinstructivo. Elnohacerlopuederesultaren lesiones gra-
ves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Veuillez lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les
avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Bien lire les
instructions avant d’assembler l’outil. Tout défaut dele fairepourrait
entraîner des blessures graves.
WEED EATER
7349 Statesville Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
WEED EATER
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
115254026
Rev.3 05/07/10 JBW
S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by
the extension cord or yank extension cord
to disconnect unit.
S Use cord retainer to prevent disconnection
of extension cord from unit and possible
damage to the unit due to plug movement
(see ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD
TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERATION
section).
S Do not use the unit if the switch does not
turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs to
the switch must be made by your autho-
rized service dealer.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect unit from the
power supply before performing mainte-
nance, or when changing trimmer line.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length. Follow instructions for changing
trimmer line.
S Have all service and maintenance not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an au-
thorized service dealer to avoid creating a
hazard.
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 To avoid the possibility of electric shock,
avoid body contact with any grounded con-
ductor, such as metal fences or pipes.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on circuit or
outlet to be used. Receptacles are avail-
able having built-in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.
S Never douse or squirt the unit with water or
any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with
a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease.
S Keep the air vents clean and free of debris
to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after
each use.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power
source when not in use.
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade (on
underside of shield) cannot cause injury.
S Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of
the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.
S Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is
depressed.
UNIT SAFETY
S Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged
parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and
fasteners are in place and securely fas-
tened. Parts that are damaged must be re-
paired or replaced by an authorized service
dealer These include head parts that are
cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other
part that is damaged.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
This unit is double insulated to help protect
against electric shock. Double insulation
constructionconsists of two separate “layers”
of electrical insulation instead of grounding.
Tools built with this insulation system are not
intended to be grounded. No grounding
means is provided on this unit, nor should a
means of grounding beadded to this unit. As a
result, the extension cord used with your unit
can be plugged into any standard 120 volt
electrical outlet.
S Do not repair unit yourself.
S Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter
recommended trimmer line(see USER RE-
PLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS in the
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section).
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Use specified trimmer spool. Make sure
spool is properly installed and all parts are
securely fastened.
S Use only WEED EATER replacement parts
and accessories as recommended.
Safety precautions must be observed when
operating any electrical tool. The double in-
sulation system only provides added protec-
tion against injury resulting from an internal
electrical insulation failure.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect area to be cut.
Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or be-
come entangled in cutting head.
S Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup-
port. Keep firm footing and balance.
S Keep the cutting head below waist level. Do
not raise handles above your waist. Cutting
head can come dangerously close to your
body.
S Keep away from cutting head and spinning
line.
S Use unit properly. Use only for trimming,
scalping, and mowing. Do not force unit. It
will do the job better and with less risk of in-
jury at the rate for which it was designed.
S Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.
WARNING: All electrical repairs to
this unit, including housing, switch, motor,
locking sleeve assembly, wires, etc., must be
diagnosed and repaired by qualified service
personnel. Replacement parts for a double in-
sulated appliance must be recommended by
the manufacturer. A double insulated ap-
pliance is marked with the words “double in-
sulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol
(square within a square)
may also be
marked on the appliance. Failure to have the
unit repaired by qualified service personnel
can cause the double insulation construction
to become ineffective and result in serious
injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
WARNING: The upper and lower
tubes must be snapped together, remain per-
manently assembled togetherand thelocking
sleeve assembly must be fully tightened be-
fore and during use to avoid serious injury to
the operator and/or damage to the unit. DO
NOT attempt to disassemble unit after initial
assembly.
review all assembly steps to ensure your unit
is properly assembled and all fasteners are
secure.
TUBE ASSEMBLY
Upper Locking Sleeve Assembly
Wire protector
INSTALLATION OF ASSIST HANDLE
1. Place unit on a flat surface.
2. Remove knob and bolt from kit.
3. Firmly push the assist handle over the
tube. To make installation easier, tilt han-
dle toward trigger housing while pushing
down (see illustration).
Wires
Lower Locking Sleeve Assembly
4. Install bolt in handle. Thread knob
1. Remove the wire protector from the
tubes and discard.
2. Align upper tube groove with triangle on
lower locking sleeve assembly. Push
tubes together until they snap into place.
onto bolt.
5. Adjust the handle up or down the tube to a
comfortable postion; tighten knob secure-
ly.
Upper Tube
Groove
Assist handle
Alignment Triangle
Trigger
housing
3. Try to pull tubes back apart. If the tubes do
not come apart, they are properly snapped
into place. If the tubes come apart, repeat
step 1 and push until the tubes snap into
place.
Tube
4. Slide upper locking sleeve assembly over
lower locking sleeve assembly and tight-
en by turning clockwise.
ATTACHING EDGE GUIDE AND
SHIELD
WARNING: The shield must beprop-
erly 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 underside of shield) is
sharp and can cut you.
NOTE: If shield is not properly installed, dam-
5. Ensure locking sleeve assembly and
alignmentdecals appearas illustratedbe-
low.
age to unit (including motor failure) will result.
1. Insert edge guide into two holes in shield.
NOTE: Edge guide mustbe positionedon
shield prior to installation on motor housing
(see following illustration).
Alignment decals
WARNING: Failure to completely en-
close excess wires in upper tube duringassem-
bly of the unit may result in damage to the wires
and/or the unit or serious injury to the operator
including electrocution.
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Edge Guide
CAUTION: Sharp line limiter blade
Holes
Bolt
Shield
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 (see
following illustration).
3. Twist the shield as illustrated until the hole
in the shield aligns with the hole in the
housings. Make sure the shield
is assembled to the unit as shown in the
following illustration and in the KNOW
YOUR UNIT section of this manual.
4. Install bolt into shield and motor hous-
ing as shown. Tighten securely.
Twist shield in this
direction to assemble
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR UNIT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETYRULES BEFOREOPERATING YOURUNIT.
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Trigger Switch
Assist
Handle
Cord
Retainer
Twist and Edge Button
Motor Housing
Recessed
Plug
Locking
Sleeve
Assembly
Edge Guide
Air
Vents
Trimmer Head
with 0.065 in.
Trimmer Line
Debris Shield
Line Limiter Blade
RECESSED PLUG
The RECESSED PLUG is where you attach
your extension cord to the unit.
TRIMMER HEAD
The TRIMMER HEAD holds cutting line and
rotates during operation.
TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON
The TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON is used to
twist the lower portion of the unit into an edg-
ing position.
EDGE GUIDE
The EDGE GUIDE protects theunit fromcon-
tacting the ground during edging.
TRIGGER SWITCH
TheTRIGGERSWITCHisused toturn onthe
unit. Squeezethetrigger switchto operatethe
unit. Release to stop.
LINE LIMITER BLADE
The LINE LIMITER BLADE cuts the cutting
line to the proper cutting length.
ASSIST HANDLE
The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help hold
and guide the unit.
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AUTOMATIC LINE FEED SYSTEM
When the trimmer is initially started, a small
length of cutting line is fed out.
After approximately 5 seconds, the line will
be cut to the correct length by the line
limiter as the motor reaches full speed.
Make sure the motor is up to full speed
before trimming.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified on
your unit.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension Cord Gauge Chart
Length of Cord
Gauge
18 Gauge
16 Gauge
16 Gauge
25 Ft. (7.5 m)
50 Ft. (15 m)
100 Ft. (30 m)
If the noise of the cutting line being cut
cannot be heard, more line will need to be
fed out.
To feed more line:
Extension cords are available for this unit.
• Allow the motor to stop completely; then,
restart the motor and allow it to reach full
speed.
• Repeat until you hear the line hitting
against the line limiter (do not repeat this
procedure more than 6 times).
If problems are experienced with the
automatic line feed, refer to the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING TABLE.
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.
To manually feed the nylon line:
• If required, the cutting line can be fed out
manually.
• To operate, press and release manual
line feed button while gently pulling on
the line until the line reaches the line
limiter.
Cord Retainer
Extension Cord
CORRECT OPERATING POSITION
Manual Line
Feed Button
• If the line extends past the line limiter,
too much line has been fed out. If too
much line is fed out, remove the spool
cap and click spool counterclockwise
until the line is at the desired length.
Trimming
Edging
WARNING: Always wear eyeprotec-
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head.
Rocks ordebris canricochet orbe throwninto
eyes and face and cause blindness or other
serious injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown and
check for the following:
• Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
• Hold trigger handle with right hand and as-
sist handle with left hand.
• Keep unit below waist level.
• Cut only from your right to your left to en-
sure debris is thrown away from you. With-
out bending over, keep line near and paral-
lel to the ground and not crowded into
material being cut.
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SCALPING
WARNING: Use only 0.065 inch (1.65
mm)diameter line. Other sizes of linewill notad-
vance properly andwill resultin 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
becomea dangerous missile thatcan causese-
rious injury. See page 2 for warning concerning
other cutting devices.
The scalping technique removes unwanted
vegetation down to the ground. Hold the bot-
tom of the trimmer head about 3inches (8cm)
above the ground and at an angle. Allow the
tipof thelinetostrike theground aroundtrees,
posts, monuments, etc. This technique in-
creases line wear.
TRIMMING
Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3
inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an an-
gle. Allow only the tip of the line to make con-
tact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.
Scalping
Trimming
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 anddam-
age the tool.
3 in. (8 cm)
above ground
EDGING POSITION
Mowing
You can press this button and twist the lower
portion 180o clockwise into an edging
position.
Button
SWEEPING
EDGING
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.
While edging allow the tip of the line to make
contact. Do not force the line. The edge guard
helps protect the unit and keeps the unit from
contacting the ground. Take extra caution
while edging as objects can be thrown from
the trimmer line.
Sweep
Ed
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MAINTENANCE
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WARNING: Disconnect unit from the
power source before performing mainte-
nance.
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
• Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions
properly by pressing and releasing the trig-
ger switch. Make sure motor stops.
• Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
Thewarranty onthis unit does not coveritems
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Housing Screws
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA-
BELS
• After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us-
ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
• Locking Sleeve Assembly
• Assist Handle
• Debris Shield
• Edge Guide
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Disconnect the unit from the power
source.
2. Press and hold in the two cap release
latches.
3. Pull cap away from the hub.
Cap
8. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow
found on the spool.
9. Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5
inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
Notches
Cap
release
Spool
latch
Hub
Eyelet
10. Place spool into hub with cut out area of
spool in line with eyelet (see illustration).
4. Remove old spool.
5. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
6. Replace with a pre--wound spool or cut a
lengthof26 feet(8 meters)of 0.065″ (1.65
mm) diameter WEED EATER brand line.
Use of heavier lines could overload and
damage unit.
Cut out
area of spool
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which canbreak offand becomea
dangerous missile.
7. Insert end of line about 1/2 inch (1 cm)
into small hole on the inside of the spool.
Eyelet
11. Remove line from notch and feed line
through eyelet.
12. Reinstall the spool cap.
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USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS
REPLACEMENT PART
PART NUMBER
Spool with 0.065″ Trimmer Line
Assist Handle
Bolt Carriage, M6x1
Knob
Shield Assembly
Edge Guide
Spool cap
952711920
574496301
574473201
574473101
574491401
574491601
574492201
Bolt
574471601
STORAGE
• Store unit and extension cord indoors in a
high, dry place out of the reach of children.
Store unit unplugged.
• Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use.
• Stop the unit and disconnect the power
source when not in use.
• Carry the unit with motor stopped.
• Store the unit so the line limiter blade can-
not cause injury.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stopunit anddisconnect fromthe powersource beforeperforming
all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating.
TROUBLE
Trimmer head
stops under a
load or does not
turn when switch 2. Electrical failure.
is pressed.
CAUSE
1. Crowding trimmer line
against material being
cut.
REMEDY
1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting.
2. Contact your authorized service dealer.
3. Check Breaker Box.
4. Remove debris.
3. Thrown circuit breaker.
4. Debris stopping head.
Line does not
advance or
breaks while
cutting.
1. Check line routing.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.
2. Line improperly
wound into spool.
3. Incorrect line size
4. Not enough line
outside of head.
3. Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) dia. line.
4. Remove spool cap and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line out of head.
5. Clean unit.
5. Dirt buildup on unit.
Line welds onto
spool.
1. Line size is incorrect.
2. Incorrect spool.
3. Line is being crowded
against material being
cut.
1. Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) dia. line.
2. Replace with correct spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
Line releases
continuously.
1. Line improperly
1. Check line routing.
routed in head.
2. Spool damaged.
2. Replace spool.
Line usage is
excessive.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
1. Check line routing.
2. Line size is incorrect.
3. Crowding line against
material being cut.
2. Replace spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
4. Spool worn or damaged. 4. Replace spool.
Line pulls back
into head.
1. Too little line outside
of head.
2. Line size incorrect.
1. Remove spool cap and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line outside of head.
2. Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) dia. line.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Con-
In Canada, contact:
sumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to
the original consumer purchaser that each new
WEED EATER brand electric or cordless pro-
duct is free from defects in material and work-
manship and agrees to repair or replace under
this warranty any defective WEED EATER
brand electric or cordless product within two (2)
years from the original date of purchase.
Ifyour WEED EATER brandelectric or cordless
product should fail within the limited warranty
period, you may return it in complete condition,
prepaid, with proof of purchase, to the dealer
from whom it was purchased for repair or re-
placement at the option of WEED EATER.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or
the use of accessories and/or attachments not
specifically recommended by WEED EATER
for this product. Additionally, this warranty does
not cover parts that will wear and require re-
placement with reasonable use during the war-
ranty period. This warranty does not cover pre-
delivery set--up or normal adjustments
explained in the instruction manual.
WEED EATER
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
Giving the model number, serial number and
date of purchase of your product and the name
and address of the authorized dealer from
whom it was purchased.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH-
ER 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 CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVELIM-
ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
This is a limited warranty within the meaning of
that term as defined in the Magnuson--Moss Act
of 1975.
The policy of WEED EATER is to continuous-
ly improve its products. Therefore, WEED
EATER reserves the right to change, modify,
or discontinue models, designs, specifica-
tions, and accessories of all products at any
time without notice or obligation to any pur-
chaser.
Should you have any unanswered questions
concerning this warranty, please contact:
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.
7349 Statesville Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
1--800--554--6723
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