Southland SWSTM4317 User manual

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Safety Definitions ........................1
Important Safety Information .............. 2-3
Product Specifications ....................4
Parts & Features ........................4
Assembly ............................. 5-6
Operation .............................7-10
Routine Maintenance ................... 11-12
Storage................................12
Troubleshooting ........................13
Technical Service .......................13
Warranty ...............................14
11/29/16 Printed in China A203537
Operator’s Manual
WHEELED STRING
TRIMMER MOWER
Gasoline Powered 43cc, 2 Cycle
Record the following for future reference:
Mfg. Date Code : _____________________
Date of Purchase: Attach a copy of your sales receipt.
Consumer Toll Free Number: 1-800-737-2112
Refer to the website for electronic manual and parts book.
www.southlandpowerequipment.com
IMPORTANT:
Thank you for purchasing this Southland®Trimmer.
This manual provides complete instructions for safely operating, and maintaining your Trimmer. Read and
save these instructions. Refer to this manual each time before using your Trimmer.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
If you have a question or problem...CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112
MODEL NO. SWSTM4317

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Safety Definitions
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Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
DANGER
CAUTION
NOTICE
WARNING
The information listed below should be read and understood by the operator. We utilize the symbols below to allow the
reader to recognize important information about their safety.
Safety Alert Symbols:
Safety Warning Symbols:
Control and Operating Symbols:
Choke Control:
Cold Start
Run/Warm Start
Fuel Mixture:
50:1
(Unleaded Gas : 2 Cycle Oil)
Fuel Primer:
Press 6 times
Ignition Switch:
ON
OFF
CHOKE/
COLD
START
RUN/
WARM
START
6x
PRIMER BULB
ON
UNDER SIDE
CHOKE/
COLD
START
RUN/
WARM
START
6x
PRIMER BULB
ON
UNDER SIDE
Fuel Mixture
50:1
Unleaded Gas: 2 Cycle Oil
Caution: Do Not Use Gas
Mix with More Than 10%
Methanol or Ethanol
STOP ON/
RUN
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: Attention! Become Alert!
Your Safety Is Involved.
Read, understand and follow operator’s manual before operating this machine. Failure to follow
directions could result in serious injury.
Always wear eye protection that meets or exceeds the requirements of ANSI Z87.1.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear safety footwear.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. NEVER run unit indoors
or in a poorly ventilated area.
Keep all by-standers at least 50 ft. (15 m) away. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
This equipment can throw small objects at high speed causing personal injury. Inspect area
where used and remove all foreign objects.
Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating trimmer lines.
To reduce risk of fire, clean spilled gas and keep unit free from debris. Gasoline is extremely
flammable. Allow machine to cool before refueling.
Hot surface. Do not touch a hot muffler, gear box or cylinder, you may get burned. These parts get
extremely hot from operation and remain hot for a short time after the unit is turned off.

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Before Operating Trimmer:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING TRIMMER.
Read and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to you or bystanders.
WARNING
1. Avoid dangerous environments.
a. Do not operate Trimmer while under the influence of alcohol, medications, or drugs.
b. Do not operate Trimmer when you are tired.
c. Do not use this Trimmer if you are mentally or physically unable to operate safely.
2. Inspect Trimmer for damaged parts, and make sure all fasteners and guards are in place and secure. Replace any
damaged parts.
3. Use only 0.095, 0.105 or 0.155 inch diameter flexible, nonmetallic line with this Trimmer.
This Trimmer is designed for use with a non-metallic flexible string. Never use this Trimmer with other accessories not
specifically approved for use in this manual. Never use alternative cutting members such as wire or wire-rope, which can
break off and become a dangerous projectile.
4. Dress properly when operating Trimmer.
a. Always wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long-sleeve shirt.
b. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in the moving parts of the Trimmer.
c. Always wear gloves and substantial foot wear when working outside.
d. Always wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5. Always wear a face or dust mask if operating in dusty conditions.
6. Always wear eye protection that meets or exceeds the requirements of ANSI Z87.1.
7. Always wear hearing protection which meets or exceeds ANSI standards.
8. Thoroughly inspect the area where the Trimmer is to be used and remove all foreign objects.
Your equipment can throw small objects at high speed causing personal injury or property damage.
WARNING
DANGER
Important Safety Information
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DANGER
While Operating Trimmer:
1. Stay alert. Focus on safe operation and be aware of your operating environment.
2. Do not operate Trimmer if it is damaged or not securely and fully assembled.
3. Only well instructed adults should operate Trimmer. Never allow children to operate Trimmer.
4. Keep children away. Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft (15 m) away.
5. This Trimmer is only intended for trimming, scalping, and mowing. Do not use Trimmer for any job except that for
which it is intended. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming.
6. The Trimmer line may be spinning during carburetor adjustments. Make carburetor adjustments with lower end
supported to prevent trimmer line from contacting any object.
7. Maintain your balance and proper footing at all times. Do not overreach.
8. Keep all parts of your body away from cutting area, the rotating trimmer lines and hot surfaces.
9. Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
10. Do not force Trimmer. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury by using it at the rate for
which it was designed.
11. Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
12. After turning the Trimmer off, make sure the trimmer line has stopped before approaching the trimmer head.

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Important Safety Information (Continued)
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While Operating Trimmer:
Prolonged exposure to vibrations through use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Extensive 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.
CAUTION
Fuel Safety:
1. Mix and pour fuel outdoors WHERE THERE ARE NO SPARKS OR FLAMES.
2. Use a container approved for gasoline.
3. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the Trimmer.
4. Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
5. Move at least 10 ft (3 m) away from fueling site before starting engine.
6. Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap. Remove fuel cap slowly.
Maintenance & Storage of Trimmer:
1. Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance.
2. Maintain Trimmer with care. Inspect Trimmer periodically. If Trimmer is not working properly or damaged, have it
repaired by a qualified service center.
3. Check for misalignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, broken parts, mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation.
4. Keep guards in place and in working order.
5. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service center.
6. Use only genuine Southland®replacement parts and accessories. Use of any non-Southland®parts or
accessories could lead to injury, damage to the unit, and will void your warranty.
7. Do not remove or modify any parts. Removing or modifying parts could lead to injury, damage the Trimmer and will
void the warranty.
8. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
9. Allow engine to cool and empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting in vehicle. Use up remaining fuel in the
carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
10. When not in use, store Trimmer indoors in a dry location. Store Trimmer in a locked area out of the reach of children.
11. Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors
or switches, furnaces, etc.
WARNING

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Engine ..............................43 cc, 2 cycle
Speed ........7,000-8,500 RPM depending on string size
Cutting Diameter .................17 inches (432 mm)
Line Diameter.................0.095, 0.105, 0.155 inch
Spool Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual loaded, Twin-Line
Fuel Tank Capacity.................... 28 oz (840 ml)
Fuel Type ....... Unleaded Gasoline – 87 Octane or higher
2-Cycle Oil Type........ 2-Cycle Oil that meets or exceeds
JASO – FC Specifications
Fuel Mixture ................ 50:1 (Gasoline: 2-Cycle Oil)
Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NGK - BPMR6A
CHAMPION - CJ8 or equivalent
Net Weight ...........................39 lbs (18 kg)
Product Specifications
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Parts & Features
1. Trimmer Head Assembly 7. On/Off Ignition Switch 13. Fuel Tank
2. Engine Air Intake Screen 8. Recoil Starter Handle 14. Air Filter Cover
3. Trimmer Guard 9. Choke 15. String Storage
4. Trimmer Line Knife 10. Fuel Primer Bulb 16. Bevel Handle
5. Front Handle 11. Spark Plug 17. Swivel Control
6. Throttle Lever 12. Muffler
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