Talon Tools AT3323 User manual

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USER MANUAL
Petrol Trimmers/Brush Cutters
9096-332301(2)
WARNING • PLEASE READ
Your new line trimmer is a complex tool. For your own safety please read this manual before attempting to operate
your new unit. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious personal injury. Spend a few moments to familiarize
yourself with your trimmer before each use.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES GB
Meaning of symbols marked on the product
Read the user manual before using the machine
Whenever the machine is in use, safety goggles
must be worn to protect against flying objects. Ear
protection must be used to protect the operators
hearing.
Warning! Danger
Arrow that indicates the correct handle installed
position. This position must not be changed.
Keep people or animals at least 15m away from
the machine during operation
Wear gloves to protect your hands
Wear safety boots to protect against electric shock
Warning! Hot surface
Acoustic power level LWA accordance with directive
2000/14/EC
Danger : Objects thrown up by machine
Maximum revolution frequency of the drive shaft
Maximum revolution frequency of the drive shaft
WARNING! When using petrol tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to
reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions.
READ YOUR USER MANUAL AND ALL SUPPLE-
MENTS (IF ANY ENCLOSED) THOROUGHLY BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
1. Wear close fitting, tough work clothing that will
provide protection, such as long slacks or trousers,
safety work shoes, heavy duty work gloves, hard hat,
a safety face shield, or safety glasses for eye protec-
tion and a good grade of ear plugs or other sound
barriers for hearing protection.
2. Store in a safe place. Open fuel cap slowly to release
any pressure which may have formed in fuel tank. To
prevent a fire hazard, move at least 10 feet (3 meters)
from fueling area before starting.
3. Turn unit off before setting it down.
4. Always hold unit firmly with both hands, the
thumb and fingers encircling the handles.
5. Keep all screws and fasteners tight. Never operate
your equipment when it is improperly adjusted or not
completely and securely assembled.
6. Keep handles dry, clean and free of fuel mixture.
7. Keep linehead as close to ground as practical.
Avoid hitting small objects with linehead. When cut-
ting on a slope, stand below linehead. NEVER cut or
trim on a hill or slope, etc. if there is the slightest
chance of slipping, sliding or losing firm footing.
8. Check area you will be trimming for debris that
may be struck or thrown during operation.
9. Keep all parts of your body and clothing away
from linehead when starting or running engine.
Before starting engine, make sure linehead will not
come in contact with any obstacle.
10. Stop engine before examining cutting line.
11. Store equipment away from possible flammable
materials, such as gas-powered water heaters,
clothes dryers, or oil-fired furnaces, portable heaters,
etc.
12. Always keep the debris shield, linehead, and engine
free of debris build-up.
13. Operation of equipment should always be restricted
to mature and properly instructed individuals.
1. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS and instructions regard-
ing operation and blade installation.
2. BLADE CAN VIOLENTLY THRUST AWAY FROM
MATERIAL IT CANNOT CUT - Blade thrust can
cause amputation of arms or legs. Keep people
and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away in all directions.
If blade contacts foreign objects during operation, turn
off engine and allow coasting blade to stop. Then
check blade for damage. Always discard blade if it is
warped or cracked.
3. BLADE THROWS OBJECTS VIOLENTLY - You can
be blinded or injured. Wear eye, face, and leg protec-
tion. Always clear work area of any foreign objects
before using blade. Keep people and animals 50 feet
(15 meters) away in all directions.
4. INSPECT YOUR TRIMMER AND ATTACHMENTS
BEFORE EACH USE - Never use unless all blade-
attaching hardware is properly installed.
5. BLADE COASTS AFTER THROTTLE IS RELEASED
- A coasting blade can cut you or bystanders. Before
performing any service on the blade, always turn off
engine, and be sure coasting blade has stopped.
6HAZARD ZONE -Bystanders can be blinded or
injured. Keep people and animals 50 feet (15 meters)
away in all directions.
WARNING: Keep children, bystanders, and
animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If
approached stop unit immediately. BRUSH/GRASS BLADE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
AT3323/
AT3323S AT3324/
AT3324S
SAFETY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
MODEL NO. AT3323/AT3323S/AT3324/AT3324S

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1. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER FUEL than that recom-
mended in your manual. Always follow instructions in
the Fuel and Lubrication section of this manual.
Never use gasoline unless it is properly mixed with 2-
cycle engine lubricant. Permanent damage to engine
will result, voiding manufacturer’s warranty.
2. DO NOT SMOKE while refueling or operating
equipment.
3. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT A MUFFLER
and properly installed muffler shield.
4. DO NOT TOUCH or let your hands or body come in
contact with the muffler. Hold unit with thumbs and
fingers encircling the handles.
5. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT IN AWKWARD POSITIONS,
off balance, outstretched arms, or one-handed.
Always use two hands when operating unit with
thumbs and fingers encircling the handles.
6. DO NOT RAISE LINEHEAD above ground level
while unit is operating. Injury to operator could result.
7. DO NOT USE UNIT FOR ANY PURPOSES OTHER
than trimming lawn or garden areas.
8. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT FOR PROLONGED PERI-
ODS. Rest periodically.
9. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS.
10. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT UNLESS DEBRIS
SHIELD AND/OR GUARD IS INSTALLED AND IN
GOOD CONDITION.
11. DO NOT ADD, REMOVE OR ALTER ANY COMPO-
NENTS OF THIS PRODUCT. Doing so could cause
personal injury and/or damage the unit voiding the
manufacturer’s warranty.
12. DO NOT operate your unit near or around flammable
liquids or gases whether in or out of doors. An explo-
sion and/or fire may result.
WHAT NOT TO DO
Model No. . . . . . . . . . . . .AT3323 . . . . . . . . . . .AT3323S . . . . . . . . . .AT3324 . . . . . . . . . . .AT3324S
Engine Type . . . . . . . . . . .Air-cooled, 2-Cycle, .Air-cooled, 2-Cycle, .Air-cooled, 2-Cycle, .Air-cooled, 2-Cycle,
. . . . . . . . . . .Chrome Cylinder . . . . .Chrome Cylinder . . . .Chrome Cylinder . . . .Chrome Cylinder
Displacement . . . . . . . . . .28cc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28cc . . . . . . . . . . . . .28cc . . . . . . . . . . . . .28cc
Smart Start . . . . . . . . . . . .No . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Yes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .No . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Yes
Dry Weight . . . . . . . . . . . .5.8 Kg . . . . . . . . . . . .5.8 Kg . . . . . . . . . . . .5.8 Kg . . . . . . . . . . . .5.8 Kg
Fuel Capacity . . . . . . . . . .522ml . . . . . . . . . . . . .522ml . . . . . . . . . . . .522ml . . . . . . . . . . . .522ml
Drive Shaft Length . . . . . .142cm . . . . . . . . . . . .142cm . . . . . . . . . . . .142cm . . . . . . . . . . .142cm
Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .“J” Barrier Handle . . . .“J” Barrier Handle . . .“Bike” Barrier Handle .“Bike” Barrier Handle
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Electronic . . . . . . . . . .Electronic . . . . . . . . . .Electronic . . . . . . . . .Electronic
Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Centrifugal Clutch . . . .Centrifugal Clutch . . .Centrifugal Clutch . . .Centrifugal Clutch
Bump Head . . . . . . . . . . . .
Twin Line, Heavy Duty .Twin Line, Heavy Duty .Twin Line, Heavy Duty Twin Line, Heavy Duty
Cutting Line . . . . . . . . . . .2.5mm . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5mm . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5mm . . . . . . . . . . .2.5mm
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . .43cm . . . . . . . . . . . . .43cm . . . . . . . . . . . . .43cm . . . . . . . . . . . .43cm
Blade (AT3324) . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4T (200mmx25.4mm) 4T (200mmx25.4mm)
SPECIFICATIONS
SAFETY FEATURES
3DEBRIS SHIELD must be installed to prevent debris from being thrown at the operator and prevent the line from
extending longer than necessary.
16 MUFFLER SHIELD helps prevent hands, body and/or combustible materials from making contact with a hot muffler.
1. LINEHEAD
2. TRIMMING LINE
3. DEBRIS SHIELD
4. BLADE (AT3324/AT3324S only)
5. BLADE GUARD
6. DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
7. HANDLE
8. THROTTLE TRIGGER
9. ON/OFF SWITCH
10. SAFETY TRIGGER
11. LOCK KNOB
12. CHOKE LEVER
13. STARTER ROPE HOUSING
14. FUEL TANK
15. AIR FILTER COVER
16. STARTER HANDLE
17. MUFFLER SHIELD
18. PRIMER BULB
19. SHOULDER STRAP
20. SHOULDER STRAP CONNECTION
GENERAL IDENTIFICATION
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7
14
18
13
10
16
17
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12
5
4
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98
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20
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AT3324
AT3323

4. Install blade (D) with teeth pointing CLOCKWISE as
shown in the illustration (Fig. 4C).
5. Install flange (F) with FLAT SURFACE facing blade
(Fig. 4C).
NOTE: Make sure blade is centered on collar arbor.
6. Tighten nut (C) securely by turning it COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE with socket wrench (G). Remove hold-
ing pin (Fig. 4D).
•FUEL
Use regular grade unleaded gasoline mixed with 2-cycle
engine oil in 25:1 ratio for best results. Use mixing ratios
in Section FUEL MIXING TABLE.
•MIXING FUEL
Mix fuel with Talon brand 2 cycle oil in an approved con-
tainer. Use mixing table for correct ratio of fuel to oil.
Shake container to ensure thorough mix.
•FUEL MIXING TABLE
•RECOMMENDED FUELS
Some conventional gasolines are being blended with oxy-
genates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet
clean air standards. Your Talon engine is designed to
operate satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for auto-
motive use including oxygenated gasolines.
•FUEL AND LUBRICATION
•SHOULDER STRAP
1. Put the strap on so it is over your LEFT shoulder.
2. Attach the clip (A) to the ring (B) on the trigger grip
(AT3323/AT3323S) (Fig. 5A and 5B). Attach clip (A)
to shaft ring for model AT3324 & AT3324S.
3. Adjust length of shoulder strap so linehead is parallel
to the ground as it hangs from the strap. A few prac-
tice swings without starting engine should be made to
determine correct balance.
NOTE: Detach the shoulder harness from the unit before
starting engine.
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•“J” HANDLE ASSEMBLY (AT3323/
AT3323S)
1. To install handle onto unit, you will need the following
components from your user kit: “J” handle (A), fixing
holder (B), clamps (C) and screws (D). (Fig. 1A)
2. Install the fixing holder (B) on the shaft around 4” (10-
12cm) away from the end of the grip, put the clamp
(C)over shaft and tighten the 2 screws (D).
3. Install the J handle (A) on the fixing holder, put the
other clamp (C) over J-handle and tighten the other 2
screws (D).
•“Bike¨ HANDLE INSTALLATION (AT3324/
AT3324S)
1. To install handle onto unit, you will need the following
components from your user kit: “U” handle (A), fixing
holder (B), clamp (C) and screws (D). (Fig. 1B)
2. Install the fixing holder (B) on the shaft around 4” (10-
12cm) away from the end of the grip, put the clamp
(C) and tighten the 2 screws (D).
3. Install the U handle (A) on the fixing holder, put the
other clamp (C) and tighten the other 2 screws (D).
4. Install wire tie (E) included in the user kit as shown
(Fig. 1C).
•BLADE GUARD INSTALLATION
1. Remove gear collar (A) from the threaded gear hous-
ing shaft (Fig. 2A).
2. Place the shield on the gear housing and align the
mounting holes. Insert screws (B) as shown in illus-
tration and tighten securely (Fig. 2B).
3. Reinstall the gear collar (A). Ensure the collar spacer
(C) is in place or the collar will rub the gear housing
(Fig. 2A).
•LINEHEAD INSTALLATION
1. Install gear collar (A) ensuring that collar spacer (B) is
in place (Fig. 3A).
2. Insert holding pin (C) and thread linehead onto shaft.
Tighten linehead by hand only (Fig. 3B and 3C).
•DEBRIS SHIELD SKIRT INSTALLATION
Turn the unit over and install the debris shield skirt (A) as
shown (Fig. 3D).
•BLADE INSTALLATION
1. To install the blade you will need the items illustrated
below (screwdriver not provided): holding pin (B),
retaining nut (C), blade (D), screwdriver (E), flange
(F), socket wrench (G) (Fig. 4A)
2. Remove three screws (H). Remove the skirt (A). Use
the holding pin to prevent the collar from turning while
removing the linehead (turn CLOCKWISE) (Fig. 4B).
3. Leave the holding pin (B) in place.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Fig. 1A
A
B
CD
D
C
Fig. 1B
DE
D
B
A
C
C
4” (10-12cm)
Fig. 1C
Fig. 2BFig. 2A
AB
C
Fig. 3A Fig. 3B
C
A
B
Fig. 3D
A
Fig. 3C
C
CAUTION: Skirt must be installed to proper-
ly dispense cutter line and protect operator
CAUTION: NEVER use unit if blade is
warped or has teeth that are chipped or miss-
ing. Replace a damaged blade immediately.
CAUTION: NEVER operate unit with a blade
unless metal blade guard is properly
installed. NEVER operate a unit with a dam-
aged guard.
CAUTION: Always wear heavy-duty work
gloves when handling and installing a blade.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Fig. 4B
Fig. 4A
A
E
BC
FD
G
H
WARNING: Be sure the blade center hole is
properly sized to the collar arbor.
Fig. 4DFig. 4C
F
C
D
G
FUEL AND LUBRICATION
WARNING: Never use straight gasoline in your
unit. This will cause permanent engine damage
and void the manufacturer’s warranty for that
product. Never use a fuel mixture that has been
stored for over 90 days.
WARNING: If 2-cycle lubricant other than Talon
Custom Lubricant is to be used, it must be a pre-
mium grade oil for 2-cycle air cooled engines
mixed at a 25:1 ratio. Do not use any 2-cycle oil
product with a recommended mixing ratio of
100:1. If insufficient lubrication is the cause of
engine damage, it voids the manufacturer’s
engine warranty for that occurrence.
WARNING: Lack of lubrication voids engine
warranty. Gasoline and oil must be mixed at
25:1.
GASOLINE 25:1 Ratio Lubricant
5 Liters 6.7 oz. 200ml (cc)
1 lmp. Gal. 6.1 oz. 180ml (cc)
Mixing 25 Parts Gasoline
Procedure to 1 part Lubricant
1ml = 1cc
Gasoline and
Oil Mix 25:1
Fig. 5A
AFig. 5B
B
Fig. 5C
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•STARTING A COLD ENGINE
NOTE: To minimize load on engine during starting and
warm-up, trim excess trimming line to 13cm (Fig. 6A).
1. Move ignition switch to the “RUN (I)” position (Fig.
6B).
2. Set throttle lock (D): Press the lock-off switch (C)
down and then while holding trigger (B) at wide open
position, press down and hold trottle lock (D). Release
throttle trigger (B). Throttle trigger will now remain in
the fully depressed position (AT3324 & AT3324S only)
(Fig. 6B)
3. Your unit is designed with a 3 position choke: CHOKE
“”, PARTIAL “ ”, and RUN “ ”. Move choke lever
to CHOKE “ ” position (Fig. 6C).
4. Prime the carburetor. Pump the primer bulb (A) 10
times (Fig. 6D).
5. Grip handle firmly – depress safety trigger (B) &
throttle trigger (C) to the FULL THROTTLE position
(AT3323 & AT3323S only). (Fig. 6E)
6. Asmooth rapid pull is required for a strong spark. Pull
starter rope briskly 4 times.
7. Move choke lever to PARTIAL “ ” position (Fig. 6G).
8. Pull starter rope again 4 times while trigger is in FULL
THROTTLE position (Fig. 6F)
9. Once engine starts, leave in the PARTIAL “ ” posi-
tion for 10 seconds.
10. Move the choke to RUN “ ” position (Fig. 6H).
11. If engine fails to start, repeat steps 1 through 7.
NOTE: If engine fails to start after repeated attempts, refer
to Troubleshooting section.
NOTE: Always pull starter rope straight out. Pulling starter
at an angle will cause rope to rub against the eyelet. This
friction will cause the rope to fray and wear more quickly.
Always hold starter handle when rope retracts. Never
allow rope to snap back from extended position. This
could cause rope to snag or fray and also damage the
starter assembly.
•WARM ENGINE START
1. Move ignition switch to the “RUN” position (Fig. 6B).
2. Place choke in PARTIAL “ ” position (Fig. 6G).
3. Set throttle lock (D): Press the lock-off switch (C)
down and then while holding trigger (B) at wide open
position, press down and hold trottle lock (D). Release
throttle trigger (B). Throttle trigger will now remain in
the fully depressed position (AT3324 & AT3324S only)
(Fig. 6B)
4. Pull starter rope briskly until engine starts, but no
more than 6 times. Keep throttle at FULL position
until engine runs smoothly.
5. If engine does not start, place choke in RUN “ ”
position and pull starter rope 5 more times. If engine
still does not start it is probably flooded. Wait 5 min-
utes and repeat procedure with choke in RUN “ ”
position and throttle full open.
•TO STOP ENGINE
Release throttle trigger. Let engine return to idle. Push and
hold ignition stop switch until engine stops.
•ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before operating your unit, review ALL SAFETY PRE-
CAUTIONS in this manual.
WARNING / CAUTION
•IF UNFAMILIAR WITH TRIMMING OR CUTTING
techniques, practice the procedures with ENGINE in
“OFF” position.
•ALWAYS CLEAR WORK area of debris such as cans,
bottles, rocks, etc. Striking objects can cause serious
injury to operator or bystanders and also damage
equipment. If an object is accidentally hit, immediately
TURN ENGINE OFF and examine equipment. Never
operate unit with damaged or defective equipment.
•ALWAYS TRIM OR CUT AT HIGH ENGINE SPEEDS.
Do not run engine slowly at start or during trimming
operations.
•DO NOT use equipment for purposes other than
trimming or mowing weeds.
•NEVER raise linehead above knee height during
operation.
•DO NOT operate unit with other people or animals in the
immediate vicinity. Allow a minimum of 50 feet (15
meters) between operator and other people and
animals when trimming or mowing. Allow a distance of
100 feet (30 meters) between operator and other
people and animals when SCALPING with linehead
cutter.
Fig. 6C Fig. 6D
A
Fig. 6G Fig. 6H
Fig. 6A Fig. 6B
13cm B
C
A
AT3323/
AT3323S
AT3324/
AT3324S
Fig. 6E Fig. 6F
B
C
C
B
AT3323/
AT3323S
AT3324/
AT3324S
TRIMMER INSTRUCTIONS
•IF OPERATING UNIT ON A SLOPE, stand below the
cutting attachment. DO NOT OPERATE on a slope or
hilly incline if there is the slightest chance of slipping or
losing your footing.
•LINEHEAD LINE RELEASE
To release fresh line, run engine at full throttle and “bump”
linehead against lawn. Line will automatically release. The
knife in the debris shield will trim excess line (Fig. 8A).
• TRIMMING PROCEDURES
When properly equipped with a debris shield and line-
head, your unit will trim unsightly weeds and tall grass in
those hard-to-reach areas - along fences, walls, founda-
tions and around trees. It can also be used for scalping to
remove vegetation down to the ground for easier prepa-
ration of a garden or to clean out a particular area.
NOTE: Even with care, trimming around foundations,
brick or stone walls, curves, etc., will result in above nor-
mal string wear.
TRIMMING / MOWING
Swing trimmer with a sickle-like motion from side to side.
Do not tilt the linehead during the procedure. Test area to
be trimmed for proper cutting height. Keep linehead at
same level for even depth of cut (Fig. 9A).
CLOSER TRIMMING
Position trimmer straight ahead with a slight tilt so bottom
of linehead is above ground level and line contact occurs
at proper cutting point.Always cut away from operator. Do
not pull trimmer in toward operator.
FENCE / FOUNDATION TRIMMING
Approach trimming around chain link fences, picket
fences, rock walls and foundations slowly to cut close
without whipping line against the barrier. If the line comes
in contact with rock, brick walls, or foundations, it will
break or fray. If line snags fencing, it will snap off.
TRIMMING AROUND TREES
Trim around tree trunks with a slow approach so line does
not contact bark. Walk around the tree trimming from left
to right. Approach grass or weeds with the tip of the line
and tilt linehead slightly forward.
SCALPING
Scalping refers to removal of all vegetation down to the
ground. To do this, tilt the linehead to about a 30 degree
angle to the right. By adjusting the handle you will have
better control during this operation. Do not attempt this
procedure if there is any chance flying debris could injure
operator, other people or cause damage to property (Fig.
9B).
DO NOT SWEEP WITH TRIMMER
Sweeping refers to tilting linehead to sweep away debris
from walkways, etc. Your trimmer is a powerful tool and
small stones or other such debris may be hurled 50 feet
(15 meters) or more, causing injury or damage to nearby
property such as automobiles, homes and windows.
• CUTTING WITH BLADES
Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when
cutting with a blade.
Always use the harness for blade operations.
• USING WEED BLADES
SCYTHING WEEDS
Scything refers to cutting by moving the blade from side to
side in a level arc. It is most effective with grassy weeds
and light undergrowth. It should not be used to cut large,
tough weeds or woody growth (Fig. 10).
WARNING: DO NOT use steel wire or plas-
tic-coated steel wire of any kind with your
linehead. Serious operator injury can result.
CAUTION: Periodically remove weed wrap to
prevent overheating the drive shaft. Weed
wrap occurs when strands of weeds become
entangled around the shaft beneath the
debris shield (Fig. 8B). This condition pre-
vents the shaft from being properly cooled.
Remove weed wrap with screwdriver or sim-
ilar device.
Fig. 8BFig. 8A
BUMP
Fig. 9A
WARNING: Use extreme caution when
SCALPING. Keep a distance of 100 feet (30
meters) between operator, other people and
animals during these operations.
Fig. 9B
WARNING: Before operating this machine with
a blade check to ensure it is properly installed.
Follow all warnings listed in the blade safety
precautions section in this manual.
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• USING A BRUSH BLADE
SCYTHING
Scything may be used with a brush blade for light brush
and undergrowth. It is not recommended for tough growth.
BINDING
Top heavy growth such as saplings and heavy brush can
bind and stop the blade. Avoid binding by anticipating
which way the growth will lean, and cut from the opposite
side.
If the blade binds in a cut stop the engine immediately.
Hold the unit up to prevent the blade from cracking or
breaking while pushing the sapling away from the cut to
free the blade.
AVOID KICKOUT
Kickout is the reaction of a moving blade if it contacts a
strong tree, brush or a solid object. The force that occurs
violently pushes the blade away in an arc. Kickout could
cause loss of control resulting in injury to the operator or
bystanders.
DO NOT USE A BLADE NEAR A CHAIN LINK FENCE,
METAL STAKES, LANDSCAPE BORDERS OR BUILD-
ING FOUNDATIONS.
The Talon blade guard is designed to reduce the risk of
kickout by providing stops to brace the unit against the
object being cut.
Place the sapling against the stop (A) so the rotation of
the blade continually draws it into the stop (A) (Fig. 11).
This provides greater control for the operator.
• REPLACING TRIMMING LINE
1. Turn the knob (A) CLOCKWISE and remove it (Fig.
12A).
2. Remove the spool (C), and spring (D) from spindle
(E)
3. Remove any remaining trimming line.
4. Double a 32' (9.8m) length of 2.5mm trimming line.
Place the looped center in one of the slots (G) of the
spool divider (Fig. 12B).
5. Wind as shown in illustration (Fig. 12C), keeping ten-
sion, with each half separated by the spool divider.
Wind to within 6" (15cm) of the ends.
6. Lock each end of line into a slot (H) on opposite sides
of the spool (Fig. 12D).
7. Install the spring (D) over the spindle (E). Insert each
end of the line through an eyelet (J) in the housing (F)
(Fig. 12E).
8. Lower the spool into the housing (F) while feeding the
line through the eyelets (J). Ensure the spring seats
itself into the spool (Fig. 12E).
9. Once the spool is in place, apply pressure on the
spool compressing the spring. Pull each end of the
line (K) sharply to unlock the line from the slots (Fig.
12F).
10. Continue to apply pressure to the spool until the knob
can be threaded COUNTER CLOCKWISE onto the
spindle. Tighten the knob securely by hand only (Fig.
12G).
11.Trim the excess line to approximately 5" (13cm). This
will minimize load on engine during starting and
warm-up (Fig. 12H).
Fig. 10
CAUTION: Do not use weed blades to cut
brush or tree saplings.
Fig. 11
A
A
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
A. KNOB
B. TRIMMING LINE
C. SPOOL
D. SPRING
E. SPINDLE
F. HOUSING
G. DIVIDER SLOTS
H. SLOTS
J. EYELETS
A
B
C
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DEF
J
Fig. 12A
Fig. 12CFig. 12B
G
•AIR FILTER
To Clean Air Filter:
1. Press down on tab (A) holding air filter cover in place,
remove cover (B) and lift filter (C) from air box . (Fig.
13)
2. Wash filter in soap and water. DO NOT USE GASO-
LINE!
3. Air dry filter.
4. Reinstall filter.
NOTE: Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable to
be cleaned.
•FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER
NOTE: Keep vent (A) on fuel cap clean of debris
(Fig.14A).
1. Lift fuel line and filter (B) out of tank. A steel wire (C)
with a hook or a paper clip works well (Fig. 14B).
2. Pull off with a twisting motion (Fig. 14C).
3. Replace fuel filter (D).
NOTE: Never operate the trimmer without the fuel filter.
Internal engine damage could result!
•CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum per-
formance. If further adjustments are necessary, please
take your unit to the nearest Authorized Service Center.
•SPARK PLUG
1. Spark plug gap = .025" (.635mm) (Fig. 15).
2. Torque to 105 to 130 inch pounds (12 to 15 N•m).
Connect spark plug boot.
•DEBRIS SHIELD KNIFE SHARPENING
1. Remove cutter knife (A) from debris shield (B) (Fig. 16).
2. Place knife in a bench vise. Sharpen knife using a flat
file, being careful to maintain the angle of cutting
edge. File in one direction only.
•STORING A UNIT
1. Perform all the general maintenance recommended in
the Maintenance Section of your User Manual.
2. Clean exterior of engine, drive shaft assembly, debris
shield and linehead.
3. Drain fuel from the fuel tank.
4. After fuel is drained, start engine.
5. Run engine at idle until unit stops. This will purge the
carburetor of fuel.
6. Allow engine to cool (approx. 5 minutes).
7. Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plug.
8. Pour 1 teaspoon of clean 2-cycle oil into the
combustion chamber. Pull starter rope slowly several
times to coat internal components. Replace spark plug.
9. Store unit in a cool, dry place away from any source of
ignition such as an oil burner, water heater, etc.
Fig. 12E
Fig. 12D
Fig. 12F Fig. 12G Fig. 12H
5” (13mm)
J
E
F
D
J
K
K
H
H
Fig. 13
C
A
B
CAUTION: Remove fuel from unit and store
in approved container before starting this
procedure. Open fuel cap slowly to release
any pressure which may have formed in fuel
tank.
Fig. 14A Fig. 14B Fig. 14C
AC
B
D
Fig. 15 Fig. 16
.025” (.635mm) A
B
WARNING: Failure to follow these steps may
cause varnish to form in the carburetor and
difficult starting or permanent damage follow-
ing storage.
CAUTION: NEVER operate trimmer without
the air filter. The air filter must be kept clean.
If it becomes damaged, install a new filter.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING THE ENGINE
PROBLEM
Unit won’t start or starts but will not run.
Unit starts, but engine has low power.
Engine hesitates.
No power under load.
Runs erratically.
Smokes excessively.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Incorrect starting procedures.
Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment
setting.
Fouled spark plug
Fuel filter plugged.
Incorrect lever position on choke.
Dirty air filter.
Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment
setting.
Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment
setting.
Incorrectly gapped spark plug.
Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment
setting.
Incorrect fuel mixture.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Follow instructions in the User Manual.
Have carburetor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Clean / gap or replace plug.
Replace fuel filter.
Move to RUN position.
Remove, clean and reinstall filter.
Have carburetor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Have carburetor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Clean / gap or replace plug.
Have carburetor adjusted by an Authorized
Service Center.
Use properly mixed fuel (25:1 mixture).
•REMOVING A UNIT FROM STORAGE
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pull starter rope briskly to clear excess oil from com-
bustion chamber.
3. Clean and gap spark plug or install a new spark plug
with proper gap.
4. Prepare unit for operation.
5. Fill fuel tank with proper fuel / oil mixture. See Fuel and
Lubrication Section.