GreenMachine GM24000 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION / MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
26cc BRUSH CUTTER
DÉBROUSSAILLEUSE DE 26 cc
DESBROZADORA 26 cc
GM24000
ALL VERSIONS
TOUTES LES VERSIONS / TODAS LAS VERSIONES
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NOTICE: Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel containing greater than 10% ethanol) in this product. It is a violation
of federal law and will damage the unit and void your warranty.
AVIS : Ne pas utiliser d’essence E15 ou E85 (ou un carburant contenant plus de 10 % d’éthanol) dans ce produit. Une telle
utilisation représente une violation de la loi fédérale et endommagera l’appareil et annulera la garantie.
AVISO: No utilice combustibles E15 o E85 (ni combustibles que contengan más de 10 % de etanol) con este producto.
Esto constituye una violación a la ley federal, dañará la unidad y anulará la garantía.
Your brush cutter has been engineered and manufactured to high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and op-
erator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Ce débroussailleuse a été conçue et fabriquée conformément
aux strictes normes de fiabilité, simplicité d’emploi et sécurité
d’utilisation. Correctement entretenue, elle vous donnera des
années de fonctionnement robuste et sans problème.
AVERTISSEMENT : Pour réduire les risques de
blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien comprendre le
manuel d’utilisation avant d’employer ce produit.
Su desbrozadora ha sido diseñada y fabricada de conformidad
con las estrictas normas para brindar fiabilidad, facilidad de uso
y seguridad para el operador. Con el debido cuidado, le brindará
muchos años de sólido y eficiente funcionamiento.
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el
usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes
de usar este producto.
CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR
FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA
FUTURAS CONSULTAS

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See this fold-out section for all of the figures
referenced in the operator’s manual.
Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner toutes les figures
mentionnées dans le manuel d’utilisation.
Consulte esta sección desplegable para ver todas las figuras
a las que se hace referencia en el manual del operador.
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
A - Button (bouton, botón)
B - Guide recess (logement guide, hueco guía)
C - Coupler (coupleur, acoplador)
D - Power head shaft (arbre du bloc moteur, eje
del cabezal motor)
E - Knob (bouton, perilla)
F - Positioning hole (trou de positionnement,
orificio de posicionamiento)
G - Trimmer attachment (accessoire taille-
bordures, aditamento para recortar)
Fig. 4
A - Button (bouton, botón)
B - Secondary hole (trou secondaire, orificio
secundario)
C - Hole (trou, orificio)
D - Hanger cap (capuchon de suspension, tapa
de suspensión)
A - Drive shaft housing (tube de l’arbre moteur,
alojamiento del eje de impulsión)
B - Coupler (coupleur, acoplador)
C - “J” Handle (poignée en « J», mango en “J”)
D - On/stop switch (commutateur marche /
buteé, interruptor de encendido)
E - Trigger lock-out (verrouillage de gâchette,
seguro del gatillo)
F - Starter grip and rope (poignée et cordon du
lanceur, mango y cuerda del arrancador)
G - Primer bulb (poire d’amorçage, bomba de
cebado)
H - Fuel cap (bouchon de carburant, tapa del
tanque)
I - Rear handle (poignée arrière, mango
trasero)
J - Throttle trigger (gâchette d’accélérateur,
gatillo del acelerador)
K - Shoulder harness (bandoulière, correa para
el hombro)
L - Knob (bouton, perilla)
M - Brush cutter guard (pare-débris de
la débroussailleuse, protección de la
desbrozadora)
N - Blade (lame, cuchilla)
O - Muffler (silencieux, silenciador)
A
B
C
DE
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
AB
CD
E
F
G
A
B
C
D
Fig. 5
A - Top clamp (collier supérieur, abrazadera
superior)
B - Bottom clamp (collier inférieure, abrazadera
inferior)
C - J-handle (poignée en « J », mango “J”)
D - Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 in. (boulon 1/4-20 x
1-1/2 po, perno de 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 pulg.)
E - Flat washer (rondelle plate, arandela plana)
F - Lock washer (rondelle frein, arandela de
seguridad)
G - Wing nut (écrou à oreilles, tuerca de
mariposa)
G
A
D
C
B
F
E
STRING HEAD TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM
AVANCE DE LA LIGNE DE COUPE
À TAPANT DE TÊTE À LIGNE DE COUPE
SISTEMA DE AVANCE DE HILO
POR GOLPE DE CABEZAL DEL HILO
Fig. 2
O

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A - Blade nut (écrou de lame, tuerca de la
cuchilla)
B - Cupped washer (rondelle bombée, arandela
cóncava)
C - Slot (fente, ranura)
D - Gear head (carter d’engrenages, cabezal de
engranajes)
E - Brush cutter guard (pare-débris de
la débroussailleuse, protección de la
desbrozadora)
F - Flanged washer (rondelle à épaulement,
arandela de brida)
G - 8 in. Brush cutter blade (lame de la
débroussailleuse de 8 po, cuchilla de la
desbrozadora de 8 pulg.)
Fig. 9
A
B
C
D
E
F
C
Fig. 6
A - Gear head (carter d’engrenages, cabezal de
engranajes)
B - Brush cutter guard (pare-débris de
la débroussailleuse, protección de la
desbrozadora)
C - Hex head screw (vis à six pans, tornillo de
cabeza hexagonal)
A
B
C
Fig. 10
A - Grass deflector (déflecteur d’herbe, deflector
de pasto)
B - Slot (fente, ranura)
C - Tab (languette, orejeta)
D - Wing screw (vis à oreilles, tornillo de
mariposa)
A
B
C
D
A - Latch (loquet, pestillo)
B - Strap hanger (dispositif d’accrochage,
colgador para la correa)
C - Shoulder harness (bandoulière, correa para
el hombro)
Fig. 7
A - Gear head locking tool (outil de blocage de
tête de coupe, herramienta de fijación del
cabezal de engranajes)
Fig. 8
A
B
C
A
A - Gear head (carter d’engrenages, cabezal de
engranajes)
B - Flanged washer (rondelle à épaulement,
arandela de brida)
C - Arbor (axe, árbol)
D - String head assembly (ensemble de tête de
coupe, conjunto del cabezal del hilo)
E - Spool retainer (retenue de bobine, retén del
carrete)
Fig. 11 AB
C
E
D
D
A - Stop switch (l’interrupteur d’arrêt, interruptor
de parada)
B - Trigger lock-out (verrouillage de gâchette,
seguro del gatillo)
C - Throttle trigger (gâchette d’accélérateur,
gatillo del acelerador)
D - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur et
corde, mango del arrancador y cuerda)
Fig. 12
A
B
C
A - Stop switch (l’interrupteur d’arrêt, interruptor
de parada)
B - Trigger lock-out (verrouillage de gâchette,
seguro del gatillo)
C - Primer bulb (poire d’amorçage, bomba de
cebado)
D - Throttle trigger (gâchette d’accélérateur,
gatillo del acelerador)
Fig. 13
A
BC
D
G

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Fig. 14
A - Full choke (volet de départ ouvert, anegación
máxima)
B - Choke lever (levier de volet de départ,
palanca del anegador)
C - Run position (position de marche, posición
de marcha)
C
B
B
A
A- Straight shaft trimmer (taille-bordures à
arbre droit, recortadora de eje recto)
B - Dangerous cutting area (zone de coupe
dangereuse, área peligrosa de corte)
C - Best cutting area (zone d’efficacité
maximum, mejor área de corte)
D - Direction of rotation (sens de rotation,
sentido de rotación)
Fig. 18
Fig. 17
PROPER TRIMMER OPERATING
POSITION
BONNE POSITION DE TRAVAIL
LE TAILLE-BORDURES
POSICIÓN CORRECTA PARA EL MANEJO
DE LA RECORTADORA DE HILO
B
A
C
D
B
A - Direction of rotation (sens de rotation,
sentido de rotación)
B - Cutting area (zone de coupe, área de corte)
Fig. 16
B
A
Fig. 15
PROPER BRUSH CUTTER
OPERATING POSITION
BONNE POSITION DE TRAVAIL
LE DÉBROUSSAILLEUSE
POSICIÓN CORRECTA PARA EL MANEJO
DE LA DESBROZADORA

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Fig. 20
A - Spool retainer (retenue de bobine, retén del
carrete)
A
Fig. 21
AA
B
Fig. 22
A - Eyelet (œillet, ojillo)
B - Arrow on spool (flèche sur la bobine, flecha
en el carrete)
A - Spool retainer (retenue de bobine, retén del
carrete)
B - Spool (bobine, carrete)
A
B
A - Pull lines (tirer vers l’extérieur, tira del hilo)
B - Rotate the spool clockwise (tourner le
bobine dans le sens horaire, gire a la derecha
el carrete)
Fig. 23
A
A
A - Pull lines (tirer vers l’extérieur, tira del hilo)
Fig. 24
Fig. 26
A - Latch (loquet, pestillo)
B - Pull cover to open (tirer sur le couvercle
pour l’ouvrir, tire de la tapa para abrirla)
C - Air filter cover (couvercle du filtre à air, tapa
del filtro de aire)
Fig. 27
A - Latch (loquet, pestillo)
B - Filter screen (filtre écran, filtro pantalla)
C - Air filter cover (couvercle du filtre à air, tapa
del filtro de aire)
A
C
A
B
C
Fig. 25
A - Idle speed screw (vis de ralenti, tornillo de la
marcha lenta)
A
A - Straight shaft trimmer line trimming cut-
off blade (lame de sectionnement de ligne
du taille-bordures à arbre droit, cuchilla de
corte de hilo de la recortadora de eje recto)
Fig. 19 A
B
B

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Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction / Introducción
General Safety Rules.....................................................................................................................................................3-4
Règles de sécurité générales / Reglas de seguridad generales
Specific Safety Rules........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Règles de sécurité particulières / Reglas de seguridad específicas
Symbols............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Symboles / Símbolos
Features............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Caractéristiques / Características
Assembly.......................................................................................................................................................................6-8
Assemblage / Armado
Operation.....................................................................................................................................................................9-11
Utilisation / Funcionamiento
Maintenance..............................................................................................................................................................11-14
Entretien / Mantenimiento
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................. 15
Dépannage / Solución de problemas
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................16-17
Garantie / Garantía
Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page
Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ......................................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la
conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à
utiliser et à entretenir.
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Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto
se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN

3 — English
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
For safe operation, read and understand all instructions
before using this product. Follow all safety instructions.
Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can
result in serious personal injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly venti-
lated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or loose string
which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting
line or blade.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, sandals,
or go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.
Heavy protective clothing may increase operator fatigue,
which could lead to heat stroke. During weather that is
hot and humid, heavy work should be scheduled for early
morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are
cooler.
Productusers onUnitedStates ForestService land,andin
somestates,must complywith fire preventionregulations.
This product is equipped with a spark arrestor; however,
other user requirements may apply. Check with your
federal, state, or local authorities.
Never operate this unit on the operator’s left side.
Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least
50 ft. away. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear
eye protection. If you are approached, stop the engine
and cutting attachment. In the case of bladed units, there
is the added risk of injury to bystanders from being struck
with the moving blade in the event of a blade thrust or
other unexpected reaction of the saw.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure
to hot surfaces.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
To avoid hot surfaces, never operate the unit with the
bottom of the engine above waist level.
Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the
unit, these parts get hot from operation.
Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire
before making any adjustments or repairs except for
carburetor adjustments.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel
leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
The cutting attachment should never rotate at idle during
normal use. The cutting attachment may rotate at idle
during carburetor adjustments.
It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools
maycontributeto a conditioncalledRaynaud’s Syndrome
in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling,
numbness, and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to
cold and dampness, diet, smoking, and work practices
are all thought to contribute to the development of these
symptoms. It is presently unknown what, if any, vibrations
or extent of exposure may contribute to the condition.
There are measures that can be taken by the operator to
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When oper-
ating the unit wear gloves to keep hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
d) Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened,
and worn parts replaced.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediatelydiscontinueuse andsee yourphysicianabout
these symptoms.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 30 ft. away from refueling
site before starting engine. Slowly remove the fuel cap
after stopping engine. Do not smoke when refueling.
Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
storing the unit.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES

4 — English
This product is intended for infrequent use by homeown-
ers and other occasional users for such general applica-
tions as trimming light and heavy vegetation, etc. It is not
intended for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of opera-
tion can cause circulatory problems in the user’s hands
due to vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to
use a product having an anti-vibration feature.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE
Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure
fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.
Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
in any way. Be sure the string head or blade is properly
installedandsecurelyfastened.Failuretodo socancause
serious injury.
Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are
properly and securely attached.
Never use flailing devices, wire, or rope.
Use only identical replacement line in the cutting head.
Do not use any other cutting attachment. To install any
othertypeofreplacementlineor cutting headtothis string
trimmer can result in serious personal injury. Never use,
for example, wire or wire-rope, which can break off and
become a dangerous projectile.
Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
BRUSH CUTTER AND BLADE USE
After engine stops, keep rotating blade in thicker weeds
or pulpy stalks until it stops.
Do not operate the brush cutter unless the brush cutter
guard is firmly secured in place and in good condition.
Use heavy gloves when operating the brush cutter and
when installing or removing blades.
Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire
before attempting to remove any obstruction caught or
jammed in the blade or before removing and installing
the blade.
Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is
rotating.
A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues
to spin after the engine is stopped or throttle trigger
released. Maintain proper control until the blade has
completely stopped rotating.
Replace any blade that has been damaged. Always make
sure blade is installed correctly and securely fastened
before each use. Failure to do so can cause serious
injury.
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement 8 in. brush cutter
blade intended for use on this brush cutter. Do not use
any other brand or type of blade. To install any other type
or brand blade or cutting head to this brush cutter can
result in serious personal injury.
The 8 in. brush cutter blade is suited for cutting thicker
weeds or pulpy stalks only. Do not use for any other
purpose. Never use the brush cutter blade to cut woody
brush.
Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this
unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur when
the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut. This
contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and
suddenly “thrust” the unit away from the object that was
hit. This reaction can be violent enough to cause the op-
erator to lose control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur
without warning if the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is
more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the
material being cut. For cutting ease and safety, approach
the weeds being cut from the right to the left. In the event
an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this
could minimize the blade thrust reaction.
Never cut any material over 1/2 in. diameter.
Always wear the shoulder harness when using the brush
cutter and adjust to a comfortable operating position.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while cutting with a
blade. Keep the blade away from your body and below
waist level.
Never use the brush cutter with the blade located 30 in.
or more above the ground level.
Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and secure
the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety
instructions. For units equipped with a clutch, be sure
the cutting attachment stops turning when the engine
idles. When the unit is turned off make sure the cutting
attachment has stopped before the unit is set down.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe
operation of this product.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and under-
stand operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye and Hearing Protection
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protection
when operating this equipment.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury
or property damage.
Blade Thrust Beware of blade thrust. Products authorized for blade use
will display this symbol to warn of blade thrust.
Gasoline and Lubricant
Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use
with an octane rating of 87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher. This
product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant.
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
SYMBOLS

6 — English
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Weight (without fuel)..................................................................................................................................................... 13 lbs.
Line cutting width...........................................................................................................................................................18 in.
Blade cutting width ..........................................................................................................................................................8 in.
Engine displacement ......................................................................................................................................................26cc
Line diameter.............................................................................................................................................................0.095 in.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See Figures 1 - 2.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
GRASS DEFLECTOR
The product includes a grass deflector for trimmer use that
helps protect you from flying debris.
TOP-MOUNTED MOTOR
The top-mounted motor improves balance and is located
away from the dust and debris of the cutting area.
STRING HEAD TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM
The String Head Tap Advance System allows easy line load-
ing and advance during trimmer operation.
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the items from the box. Make sure that
all items listed in the packing list are included.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the packing list are
already assembled to your product when you unpack it.
Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the
manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a
product that may have been improperly assembled could
result in serious personal injury.
Inspecttheunitcarefullytomake surenodamage occurred
during shipping.
Donotdiscardthe packingmaterialuntil youhavecarefully
inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-332-1631 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Brush Cutter Assembly
“J” Handle
Grass Deflector
Shoulder Harness
Gear Head Locking Tool
Arbor
String Head
Spool Retainer
Bottle of 2-Cycle Lubricant
Operator’s Manual
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-
sories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
FEATURES
ASSEMBLY

7 — English
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug
wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.
INSTALLING THE POWER HEAD TO THE
ATTACHMENT
See Figure 3.
WARNING:
Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while
power head is running. Failure to stop the engine can
cause serious personal injury.
The attachment connects to the power head by means of
a coupler device.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Loosen the knob on the coupler of the power head shaft
and remove the hanger cap from the attachment.
Push in the button located on the attachment shaft. Align
thebuttonwiththe guiderecessonthe powerhead coupler
and slide the two shafts together. Rotate the attachment
shaft until the button locks into the positioning hole.
NOTE: If the button does not release completely in the po-
sitioning hole, the shafts are not locked into place. Slightly
rotate from side to side until the button is locked into place.
Tighten the knob securely.
WARNING:
Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating
equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use
to avoid serious personal injury.
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE
POWER HEAD
For removing or changing the attachment:
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Loosen the knob.
Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and
separate ends.
ATTACHING THE STORAGE HANGER
See Figure 4.
There are two ways to hang your attachment for storage.
To use the hanger cap, push in the button and place the
hanger cap over end of the lower end attachment shaft.
Slightly rotate the cap from side to side until the button
locks into place.
The secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be used
for hanging purposes as well.
ATTACHING THE “J” HANDLE
See Figure 5.
A “J” handle must be used for ensuring the best control
and maximizing operator safety when using a brush cutter.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Place the bottom J-handle clamp on the drive shaft as
shown. Insert the tab on the top J-handle clamp into the
slot on the bottom J-handle clamp.
Insert the end of the J-handle between the clamps so that
holesalignand handle willbe locatedtothe operator’s left.
Push the bolt through the clamp and handle.
Install flat washer, lock washer, and wing nut to hold the
assembly in place.
Adjust the position of the handle to the area indicated by
the label on the drive shaft housing.
Tighten the wing nut securely.
ATTACHING THE BRUSH CUTTER GUARD
See Figure 6.
The guard is shipped installed on these brush cutter models.
Instructionshavebeen included forreferencewhen changing
from string trimmer operation back to brush cutter operation.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. With
the string head removed, place the brush cutter guard on
the gear head as shown.
Install the three hex head screws from bottom through
the guard and into the gear head.
Tighten the screws securely and torque to 40-50 in.lb.
minimum.
ATTACHING THE SHOULDER HARNESS
See Figure 7.
Connect the latch on the shoulder harness to the strap
hanger.
Adjust the strap to a comfortable position.
CONVERTING FROM BRUSH CUTTER TO
STRING TRIMMER
To convert from the brush cutter to the string trimmer, remove
the blade and brush cutter guard, attach the straight shaft
grass deflector and install the string head.
REMOVING THE 8 IN. BRUSH CUTTER BLADE
AND GUARD
See Figures 8 - 9.
WARNING:
Always wear heavy gloves when removing or handling
the blade. Contact with the sharp blade can result in cuts
and/or other serious personal injuries.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
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Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the
gear head.
Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the
flanged washer and gear head.
Remove the blade nut by turning it clockwise.
Remove the cupped washer and the blade.
Remove the flanged washer from the gear head shaft and
retain it for the string head installation.
Remove the three screws securing the brush cutter guard
to gear head.
Remove the brush cutter guard.
NOTE: Store the brush cutter parts together for later use.
ATTACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR
See Figure 10.
WARNING:
The line cutting blade on the grass deflector is sharp.
Avoid contact with the blade. Failure to avoid contact
can result in serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Remove the wing screw from the grass deflector.
Insert the tab on the mounting bracket in the slot on the
grass deflector.
Align the screw hole in the mounting bracket with the
screw hole in the grass deflector.
Insert the wing screw through the mounting bracket and
into the grass deflector.
Tighten the screw securely.
INSTALLING THE STRING HEAD
See Figure 11.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Place the flanged washer on the gear head shaft.
NOTE: The hollow side of the flanged washer should face
the gear head.
Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the
gear head.
Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the
flanged washer and gear head.
Place the arbor on the gear head. Then turn the arbor
counter clockwise with a wrench to 120 in.lb. to tighten
and install.
Place the string head assembly on the arbor. Make sure
theopeningon the stringheadassembly seatscompletely
on the arbor. Install the spool retainer and turn counter-
clockwise to secure.
Remove the plastic seal from the string head assembly.
Pull outward on the lines to rotate the spool into the cut-
ting position.
Push the spool retainer down while pulling on lines(s) to
manually advance the line and to check for proper as-
sembly of the string head.
CONVERTING FROM STRING TRIMMER TO
BRUSH CUTTER
To convert from the string trimmer to the brush cutter, remove
the string head assembly and straight shaft grass deflector,
attach the brush cutter guard and install the blade.
REMOVING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR AND
STRING HEAD
See Figures 10 - 11.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Holdthestringheadandrotatethespool retainerclockwise
to remove.
Remove the string head assembly.
Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the
gear head.
Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the
flanged washer and gear head.
Using a wrench, turn the arbor clockwise to loosen and
remove.
Remove the flanged washer and retain it for the blade
installation.
Remove the wing screw securing the grass deflector.
Remove the grass deflector.
NOTE: Store the string head parts together for later use.
INSTALLING THE 8 IN. BRUSH CUTTER BLADE
AND GUARD
See Figure 9.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Install the brush cutter guard. Refer to Attaching the
Brush cutter Guard earlier in this manual.
Place the flanged washer over the gear head shaft with
the hollow side toward the brush cutter guard.
Center the blade on the flanged washer, making sure the
blade fits flat and the raised hub of the flanged washer
goes through the hole in the blade.
Install the cupped washer with the raised center away
from the blade.
Place the blade nut onto the gear head shaft.
Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the
flanged washer and gear head.
Install the blade nut by turning it counterclockwise (left
handed threads).
Tighten the blade nut securely and torque to 120 in.lb.
minimum.
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WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Never use flailing devices, wire, or rope on this product.
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Operation of this equipment could create sparks that
can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor
may be required. The operator should contact local fire
agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention
requirements.
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and ex-
plosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property
damage, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition
sources and open flames, handle outdoors only, do not
smoke and wipe up spills immediately.
FUELING AND REFUELING THE TOOL
FUEL MIXTURE
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container
approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
NOTE: We recommend you use a high-quality synthetic
2-cycle lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon
(US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE LUBRICANT
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter) 2.6 oz. (76 ml)
2.5 gal. (US) (9.5 liter) 6.4 oz. (189 ml)
FILLING TANK
Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
Loosen fuel cap slowly, by turning it counterclockwise.
Rest the cap on a clean surface.
Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the
gasket.
Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten by turning
it clockwise. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
Moveatleast 30 ft.away fromrefuelingareabeforestarting
the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine after first use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a
machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft.
from refueling site before starting engine. Do not smoke
and stay away from open flames and sparks. Failure to
safely handle fuel could result in serious personal injury.
OXYGENATED FUELS
NOTICE: DO NOT USE E15 OR E85 FUEL (OR FUEL
CONTAINING GREATER THAN 10% ETHANOL) IN THIS
PRODUCT. IT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW AND
WILL DAMAGE THE UNIT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems
resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more
than the percentages of oxygenates stated below are not
covered under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E15 and E85
are not.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 12 - 14.
Brush cutter should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
To start a cold engine:
Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 7th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
Set the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
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Depress trigger lock-out, squeeze the throttle trigger fully,
andpull starter gripand ropesharply until engine attempts
to run. Do not pull the starter grip and rope more than
four (4) times.
NOTE: Keep throttle trigger squeezed fully.
Set the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do not
pull the starter grip and rope more than six (6) times.
NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the FULL
CHOKE position and repeat the steps that follow.
Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the choke
lever to the RUN position.
To restart a warm engine:
Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
Depress trigger lock-out, squeeze the throttle trigger fully
and pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
To stop the engine:
To stop the engine, releasethe throttletrigger and depress
the STOP switch to the stop position “ ”.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-332-1631
OPERATING THE BRUSH CUTTER
See Figure 15.
WARNING:
Engine housing can become hot during operation. Do
not rest or place your arm, hand, or any body part against
the engine housing during operation. Only hold the unit
as shown in Figure 15 during brush cutter and Figure 17
for during trimmer operation with all body parts clear of
engine housing (or as shown in the applicable attachment
Operator’s Manual). Extended contact with the engine
housing can result in burns or other injuries.
WARNING:
Always position the unit on the operator’s right side. The
use of the unit on the operator’s left side will expose the
user to hot surfaces and can result in possible burn injury.
WARNING:
To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate unit with
the bottom of the engine above waist level.
Hold the brush cutter with your right hand on the rear handle
and the your left hand on the “J” handle. Keep a firm grip
with both hands while in operation. Brush cutter should be
held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about
hip height. Maintain your grip and balance on both feet.
Position yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance
by the kickback reaction of the cutting blade.
Adjust the shoulder harness to position the brush cutter
at a comfortable operating position and to assure that the
shoulder harness will reduce the risk of operator contact
with the blade.
WARNING:
Always hold the brush cutter away from the body keeping
clearance between the body and the product. Any contact
with the housing can result in burns and/or other serious
personal injury.
BLADE THRUST
Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this
unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur when the
spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut. This contact
may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and suddenly
“thrust” the unit away from the object that was hit. This re-
action can be violent enough to cause the operator to lose
control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without warning
if the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to oc-
cur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut.
For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds being cut
with the brush cutter from the right to the left. In the event
an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this
practice could minimize the blade thrust reaction.
8 IN. BRUSH CUTTER BLADE
The 8 in. brush cutter blade is suited only for thicker weeds
and pulpy stalks. When the blade becomes dull, it can be
turned over to extend the life of the blade. Do not sharpen
the brush cutter blade.
CUTTING TECHNIQUE - BLADE
See Figure 16.
WARNING:
Extreme care must be taken when using blades to ensure
safe operation. Read the safety information for safe op-
eration using the blade, refer to Specific Safety Rules
for Brush cutter and Blade Use earlier in this manual.
Always hold brush cutter on your right side with both
hands when operating. Use a firm grip on both handles.
Maintain your grip and balance on both feet. Position
yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by the
kickback reaction of the cutting blade.
Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such as
glass, rocks, concrete, fencing, wire, wood, metal, etc.
Never use blades near sidewalks, fencing, posts, build-
ings or other immovable objects.
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Never use a blade after hitting a hard object without first in-
spectingit for damage. Do not use if any damage is detected.
The unit is used as a scythe, cutting from the right to the
left in a broad sweeping action from side to side.
Use only an identical 8 in. brush cutter replacement blade.
To install any other brand or cutting head to this brush
cutter can result in serious personal injury.
OPERATING THE TRIMMER
See Figure 17.
Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the “J” handle. Keep a firm grip with
both hands while in operation. Trimmer should be held at a
comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height.
Always operate trimmer at full throttle. Cut tall grass from
the top down. This will prevent grass from wrapping around
the shaft housing and string head which could cause dam-
age from overheating. If grass becomes wrapped around
the string head, STOP THE ENGINE, disconnect the spark
plug wire, and remove the grass. Prolonged cutting at partial
throttle will result in lubricant dripping from the muffler.
TO ADVANCE THE STRING HEAD CUTTING
LINE
Line advance is controlled by tapping the string head on
grass while running engine at full throttle.
Run engine at full throttle.
Tap the knob ongroundtoadvance line. The line advances
each time the knob is tapped. Do not hold the knob on
the ground.
NOTE: The line trimming cut-off blade on the grass deflector
will cut the line to the correct length.
NOTE: If the line is worn too short you may not be able to
advance the line by tapping it on the ground. If so, stop the
engine and manually advance the line.
To advance the cutting line manually:
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Push the knob in while pulling on line(s) to manually
advance the line.
CUTTING TIPS
See Figure 18.
Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from
your body. (Proper operating position shown in figure 17.)
Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is
the best cutting area.
The curved shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from
right to left. The straight shaft trimmer cuts when passing
the unit from left to right. This will avoid throwing debris at
the operator. Avoid cutting in the dangerous area shown
in illustration.
Use the tip of line to do the cutting; do not force string
head into uncut grass.
Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may
wear line rapidly.
Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,
and fence posts can easily be damaged by the line.
GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF
BLADE
See Figure 19.
The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-off blade
on the grass deflector. For best cutting, advance line until it
is trimmed to length by the cut-off blade. Advance the line
whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal,
or when trimming efficiency diminishes. This will maintain
best performance and keep the line long enough to advance
properly.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
OPERATION
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WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in con-
tact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which could result in serious personal injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described here.
For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by an authorized
service dealer.
SPOOL REPLACEMENT STRING HEAD TAP
ADVANCE SYSTEM
See Figures 20 - 22.
If replacing line only, refer to Line Replacement later in this
manual.
Use only .095 in. trimmer line.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Hold
the string head and unscrew the spool retainer.
To remove the spool retainer:
Turn the spool retainer clockwise.
Remove the empty spool from the string head.
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the string head
housing from the drive shaft.
Insert the new spool into the string head.
NOTE: Make sure the arrows on the spool are aligned
with the eyelets in the string head housing. Push down
and hold the spool and housing together while complet-
ing the installation.
Reinstall the spool retainer to secure.
To install the spool retainer:
Turn the spool retainer counterclockwise.
Install line as described in Line replacement.
LINE REPLACEMENT
See Figures 22 - 24.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Rotatethespoolclockwiseasnecessarytoalignthearrows
on the spool with the eyelets in the string head housing.
Cut one piece of trimmer line 10 ft. long. Insert the line
into the eyelet on the string trimmer housing. Push until
the end of the line comes out the other side of the string
head. Pull the line from the other side until equal amounts
of line appear on both sides of the spool.
Rotate the spool clockwise to wind the line on the spool
until approximately 6 in. of line is showing on each side.
Push the spool retainer down while pulling on line(s) to
manually advance the line and to check for proper as-
sembly of the string head.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT, MUFFLER,
AND SPARK ARRESTOR
NOTE: Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and
amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the
exhaust port, muffler, and/or spark arrestor screen may be-
come blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power
loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to remove
these deposits to restore performance. We highly recom-
mend that only qualified service technicians perform this
service.
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50
hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your prod-
uct. Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending
on the model purchased. Please contact your nearest service
dealer for the location of the spark arrestor for your model.
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 25.
WARNING:
The blade/cutting head will move when adjusting the
idle speed. Wear all protective clothing and keep all by-
standers, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away. Make
adjustments with the unit supported by hand so that the
blade/cutting head does not contact the ground or any
object. Keep all parts of your body away from the blade/
cutting head and muffler. Failure to follow these instruc-
tions could result in serious personal injury.
If the cutting attachment turns at idle, the idle speed screw
needs adjusting on the engine. Turn the idle speed screw
counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the cut-
ting attachment movement. If the cutting attachment still
moves at idle speed, contact a service dealer for adjustment
and discontinue use until the repair is made.
WARNING:
The cutting attachment should never turn at idle. Turn
the idle speed screw counterclockwise to reduce the
idle RPM and stop the cutting attachment, or contact a
service dealer for adjustment and discontinue use until
the repair is made. Serious personal injury could result
from the cutting attachment turning at idle.
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CLEANING AIR FILTER SCREEN
See Figures 26 - 27.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter screen
clean.
Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch
with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.
Brush the air filter screen lightly to clean.
Replace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the
bottom of the cover into the slots on the air filter base;
push the cover up until it latches securely in place.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard
and must be replaced immediately. If you find any leaks,
correct the problem before using the product. Failure
to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious
personal injury.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check
valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor-
mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos-
ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace
fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A
spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact replace-
ment and replace annually.
STORING THE PRODUCT
Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage
and handling of gasoline.
When storing 1 month or longer:
Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE OPERATION
Please have an authorized service center adjust this engine
if it is to be run above 2000 feet. Failure to do so may result
in poor engine performance and increased emissions. An
engine adjusted for high altitudes can not be run at 2000
feet or lower. In doing so, the engine will overheat and cause
serious engine damage. Please have an authorized service
center restore high altitude modified engines to the original
factory specification before operating below 2000 feet.
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THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER
Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s
original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below.
CALL
www.greenmachinetools.com
1-800-332-1631
CALL US FIRST
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,
call the GREEN MACHINE™Help Line!
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure
your complete satisfaction.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Inspect Clean Replace Replace
Maintenance Before Every Every 25 Hours Every
Part Each Use 5 Hours or Yearly 50 Hours
*CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................................X
SPARK SCREEN ...............................................................................................................................................X
*AIR FILTER ASSY
includes:
Filter Screen ........................................................................ X
*CARBURETOR ASSY
includes:
Gaskets ........................................ X
*FUEL TANK ASSY
includes:
Fuel Lines..................................... X
Fuel Cap....................................... X
Fuel Filter................................................................................................................... X
*IGNITION ASSY
includes:
Spark Plug................................................................................................................. X
* NOTICE: THE USE OF EMISSION CONTROL COMPONENTS OTHER THAN THOSE DESIGNED FOR THIS UNIT
IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER.
1. Clean or replace spark plug. Reset spark plug
gap. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement earlier
in this manual.
2. Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb
does not fill, primary fuel delivery system is
blocked. Contact a service dealer. If primer bulb
fills, engine may be flooded, proceed to next
item.
3. Set the start lever to the RUN position. Squeeze
the trigger and pull the rope repeatedly until the
engine starts and runs.
NOTE: Depending on the severity of the flooding,
this may require numerous pulls of the rope.
1. Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle lubricant
mix. (50:1).
2. Clean air filter screen. Refer to Cleaning Air
Filter Screen earlier in this manual.
3. Contact a servicing dealer.
4. Clean or replace spark plug. Reset spark plug
gap. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement earlier
in this manual.
1. Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase idle
speed. See Figure 25.
1. Lubricate line with silicone spray.
2. Install more line. Refer to the applicable line
replacement section in this manual.
3. Pull lines while alternately pressing down on and
releasing spool retainer.
4. Remove line from spool and rewind. Refer to
the applicable line replacement section in this
manual.
5. Advance line at full throttle.
1. Clean threads and lubricate with grease - if no
improvement, replace the spool retainer.
1. Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent
wrapping.
2. Operate trimmer at full throttle.
Engine will not start
Engine does not reach full
speed and emits excessive
smoke
Engine starts, runs, and ac-
celerates but will not idle
Line will not advance
Spool retainer hard to turn
Grass wraps around
driveshaft housing and string
head
1. No spark.
2. No fuel.
3. Engine is flooded.
1. Incorrect lubricant/fuel mixture.
2. Air filter screen is dirty.
3. Spark arrestor screen is dirty.
4. Spark plug fouled.
1. Idle speed screw on carburetor
needs adjustment.
1. Line is welded to itself.
2. Not enough line on spool.
3. Line is worn too short.
4. Line is tangled on spool.
5. Engine speed is too slow.
1. Screw threads are dirty or
damaged.
1. Cutting tall grass at ground
level.
2. Operating trimmer at part
throttle.
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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
OWTIndustries,Inc.,warrantstothe original retailpurchaser
that this GREEN MACHINE™brand outdoor product is free
from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to
repair or replace, at OWT Industries, Inc.’s, discretion, any
defective product free of charge within two years from the
date of purchase.
This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only
and commences on the date of the original retail purchase.
Any part of this product found in the reasonable judgment
of OWT Industries, Inc. to be defective in material or
workmanship will be repaired or replaced without charge
for parts and labor by an authorized service center for
GREEN MACHINE™brand outdoor products (Authorized
Green Machine Service Center).
Theproduct,including any defective part, mustbe returned
to an authorized Green Machine service center within the
warranty period. The expense of delivering the product to
the service center for warranty work and the expense of
returningit back tothe owner afterrepairorreplacementwill
be paid by the owner. OWT Industries, Inc.’s, responsibility
in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs
orreplacementsand no claim of breachof warranty shall be
cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale
of any GREEN MACHINE™brand outdoor product. Proof
of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate
any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed
by an authorized service dealer.
This warranty is limited to thirty (30) days from the date of
original retail purchase for any GREEN MACHINE™brand
outdoor product that is used for rental or commercial
purposes, or any other income-producing purpose.
This warranty does not cover any product that has been
subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that
has been operated in any way contrary to the operating
instructions as specified in this operator’s manual. This
warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that
is the result of improper maintenance or to any product
that has been altered or modified. The warranty does not
extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the
use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible
with the GREEN MACHINE™brand outdoor product or
adversely affect its operation, performance, or durability.
In addition, this warranty does not cover:
A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor
Adjustments, Ignition, Filters
B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting
Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive
Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades,
Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag
and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains, Blades
OWTIndustries,Inc.,reservestherightto change or improve
thedesignof any GREENMACHINE™brandoutdoorproduct
without assuming any obligation to modify any product
previously manufactured.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. ACCORDINGLY,
ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN
THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE
TWO-YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD. OWT INDUSTRIES,
INC.’S, OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS
STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS
AND OWT INDUSTRIES, INC., DOES NOT ASSUME OR
AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY
OTHER OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU. OWT INDUSTRIES, INC., ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN
AUTHORIZED GREEN MACHINE SERVICE CENTER AND
EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER,
MECHANIC’STRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE ORTELEGRAM
CHARGES, RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE
TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED,
TRAVEL, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY,
LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT,
LOSS OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty applies to all GREEN MACHINE™brand
outdoor products manufactured by or for OWT Industries,
Inc., and sold in the United States and Canada.
To locate your nearest Authorized Green Machine Service
Center, dial 1-800-332-1631.
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