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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
YM600
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Read instructions carefully before assembling.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc-
ciones de seguridad. Antes de ensamblar el producto lea cuidado-
samente el instructivo. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones gra-
ves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Veuillez lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les
avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Bien lire les
instructions avant d’assembler l’outil. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait
entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Electrolux Canada Corporation
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2
Copyright E2003 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
530085765
2/11/03
S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by
the extension cord or yank extension cord
to disconnect unit.
S Use cord retainer to prevent disconnection
of extension cord from unit and possible
damage to the unit due to plug movement
(see ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD
TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERATION
section).
S Do not use the unit if the switch does not
turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs to
the switch must be made by your autho-
rized service dealer.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect unit from the
power supply before performing mainte-
nance, or when changing trimmer line.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length. Follow instructions for changing
trimmer line.
S Have all service and maintenance not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an au-
thorized service dealer to avoid creating a
hazard.
S Keep the extension cord clear of operator
and obstacles at all times. Do not expose
cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.
S To avoid the possibility of electric shock,
avoid body contact with any grounded con-
ductor, such as metal fences or pipes.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on circuit or
outlet to be used. Receptacles are avail-
able having built-in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.
S Never douse or squirt the unit with water or
any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with
a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease.
S Keep the air vents clean and free of debris
to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after
each use.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power
source when not in use.
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade (on
underside of shield) cannot cause injury.
S Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of
the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.
S Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is
depressed.
UNIT SAFETY
S Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged
parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and
fasteners are in place and securely fas-
tened. Parts that are damaged must be re-
paired or replaced by an authorized service
dealer These include head parts that are
cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other
part that is damaged.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
This unit is double insulated to help protect
against electric shock. Double insulation
construction consists of two separate “layers”
of electrical insulation instead of grounding.
Tools built with this insulation system are not
intended to be grounded. No grounding
means is provided on this unit, nor should a
means of grounding be added to this unit. As a
result, the extension cord used with your unit
can be plugged into any standard 120 volt
electrical outlet.
S Do not repair unit yourself.
S Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) diameter rec-
ommended trimmer line (see USER RE-
PLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS in the
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section).
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Use specified trimmer spool. Make sure
spool is properly installed and all parts are
securely fastened.
S Use only Weed Eaterr replacement parts
and accessories as recommended.
Safety precautions must be observed when
operating any electrical tool. The double in-
sulation system only provides added protec-
tion against injury resulting from an internal
electrical insulation failure.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect area to be cut.
Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or be-
come entangled in cutting head.
S Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup-
port. Keep firm footing and balance.
S Keep the cutting head below waist level. Do
not raise handles above your waist. Cutting
head can come dangerously close to your
body.
S Keep away from cutting head and spinning
line.
S Use unit properly. Use only for trimming,
scalping, and mowing. Do not force unit. It
will do the job better and with less risk of in-
jury at the rate for which it was designed.
S Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.
WARNING: All electrical repairs to
this unit, including housing, switch, motor,
etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qual-
ified service personnel. Replacement parts
for a double insulated appliance must be rec-
ommended by the manufacturer. A double in-
sulated appliance is marked with the words
“double insulation” or “double insulated”. The
symbol (square within a square) may also
be marked on the appliance. Failure to have
the unit repaired by qualified service person-
nel can cause the double insulation construc-
tion to become ineffective and result in seri-
ous injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ASSEMBLY
NOTE: If shield is not properly installed,
damage to unit (including motor failure) will re-
sult.
WARNING: If received assembled,
review all assembly steps to ensure your unit
is properly assembled and all fasteners are
secure.
1. Remove washer and wing nut from shield.
2. Assemble parts as shown.
3. Tighten wing nut securely.
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
Shield
WARNING: When adjusting the han-
dle, be sure it remains between the trigger
and the safety label.
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the tube to an up-
right position; retighten wing nut.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
Washer
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial
protection from the risk of thrown objects to
the operator and others. Your unit is equipped
with a line limiter blade, which cuts excess
line to the proper length while running. The
line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is
sharp and can cut you.
Wing Nut
CAUTION:
NOTE: Remove
Sharp line
and use washer
limiter blade
and wing nut from
this bolt for assem-
bling shield.
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Motor
Housing
Pigtail
Plug
Assist Handle
Semi-automatic
Head with .065” line.
Cord Retainer
Trigger Switch
Debris Shield
Tap Button
Line Limiter Blade
RECESSED PLUG
ASSIST HANDLE
The RECESSED PLUG is where you attach
The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help hold
your extension cord to the unit.
and guide the unit.
TRIGGER SWITCH
TRIMMER HEAD
The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on the
The TRIMMER HEAD holds cutting line and
unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the rotates during operation.
unit. Release to stop.
TAP BUTTON
The TAP BUTTON is used to advance the
cutting line during operation and to remove
the spool during line replacement.
LINE LIMITER BLADE
The LINE LIMITER BLADE cuts the cutting
line to the proper cutting length.
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tached to the shield will cut the line to the
proper length.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified on
your unit.
WARNING: Use only 0.065 inch (1.65
mm) diameter line. Other sizes of line will not ad-
vance properly and will result in improper cutting
head function or can cause serious injury. Do
not use other materials such as wire, string,
rope, etc. Wire can break off during cutting and
become a dangerous missile that can cause se-
rious injury. See page 2 for warning concerning
other cutting devices.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension Cord Gauge Chart
Length of Cord
Gauge
18 Gauge
16 Gauge
16 Gauge
25 Ft. (7.5 m)
50 Ft. (15 m)
100 Ft. (30 m)
TRIMMING
Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3
inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an an-
gle. Allow only the tip of the line to make con-
tact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.
Extension cords are available for this unit.
ATTACH THE EXTENSION
CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER
Make a loop in your extension cord and attach
the cord as shown. Insure the plug and cord
are firmly and fully engaged.
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SCALPING
CORRECT OPERATING POSITION
The scalping technique removes unwanted
vegetation down to the ground. Hold the bot-
tom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm)
above the ground and at an angle. Allow the
tip of the line to strike the ground around trees,
posts, monuments, etc. This technique in-
creases line wear.
Trimming
Scalping
Cut only from right to left.
WARNING: Always wear eye protec-
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head.
Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into
eyes and face and cause blindness or other
serious injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown and
check for the following:
MOWING
Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places
conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In
the mowing position, keep the line parallel to
the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the
ground as this can scalp the ground and dam-
age the tool.
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
S Hold trigger handle with right hand and as-
sist handle with left hand.
S Keep unit below waist level.
S Cut only from your right to your left to en-
sure debris is thrown away from you. With-
out bending over, keep line near and paral-
lel to the ground and not crowded into
material being cut.
ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE
Advance line by tapping bottom of cutting
head lightly on the ground while unit is running
at full speed. A metal line limiter blade at-
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SWEEPING
Sw
The fanning action of the rotating line can be
used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the
line parallel to and above the surfaces being
swept and move the tool from side to side.
MAINTENANCE
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WARNING: Disconnect unit from the
power source before performing mainte-
nance.
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions
properly by pressing and releasing the trig-
ger switch. Make sure motor stops.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA-
BELS
BEFORE EACH USE
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us-
ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle
S Debris Shield
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
11. Pull on the line extending outside the hub
to release it from the notch; otherwise, the
unit will not function properly.
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Disconnect the unit from the power
source.
2. Remove the spool by firmly pulling on the
tap button.
Small
Hole
3. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
4. Replace with a pre-wound spool or cut a
length of 30 feet of 0.065! (1.65 mm) di-
ameter Weed Eaterr brand line. Use of
heavier lines could overload and damage
unit.
Spool
Tap
Button
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
Line in Notch
5. Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small hole inside the spool.
6. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow
found on the spool.
7. Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5
inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
8. Insert the line into the exit hole in the hub
as shown in the illustration.
Line exit hole
9. Align the notch with the line exit hole.
10. Push the spool into the hub until it snaps
into place.
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USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS
REPLACEMENT PART
Spool with 0.065! Trimmer Line
Assist Handle
Bolt Carriage, 1/4-20
Wing Nut
PART NUMBER
952701666
530038708
530015820
530016118
530069752
Shield Assembly
STORAGE
S Store unit and extension cord indoors in a
high, dry place out of the reach of children.
Store unit unplugged.
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use.
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power
source when not in use.
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade can-
not cause injury.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before performing
all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Trimmer head
stops under a
load or does not
1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting.
1. Crowding trimmer line
against material being
cut.
2. Contact your authorized service dealer.
3. Check Breaker Box.
4. Remove debris.
turn when switch 2. Electrical failure.
is pressed.
3. Thrown circuit breaker.
4. Debris stopping head.
Line does not
advance or
breaks while
cutting.
1. Check line routing.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.
2. Line improperly
wound into spool.
3. Incorrect line size
4. Not enough line
outside of head.
3. Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) dia. line.
4. Remove cover and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line out of head.
5. Clean unit.
5. Dirt buildup on unit.
Line welds onto 1. Line size is incorrect.
1. Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) dia. line.
2. Replace with correct spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
2. Incorrect spool.
3. Line is being crowded
against material being
cut.
spool.
Line releases
continuously.
1. Line improperly
routed in head.
2. Spool damaged.
1. Check line routing.
2. Replace spool.
Line usage is
excessive.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
1. Check line routing.
2. Line size is incorrect.
3. Crowding line against
material being cut.
2. Replace spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
4. Spool worn or damaged. 4. Replace spool.
Line pulls back
into head.
1. Too little line outside
of head.
2. Line size incorrect.
1. Remove cover and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line outside of head.
2. Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) dia. line.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
warrants to the original purchaser that each LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
new Weed Eaterr brand electric or cordless OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
product is free from defects in material and STATE TO STATE.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective Weed Eat-
er brand electric product within two (2) years
from the original date of purchase.
If your Weed Eater brand electric or cordless
product should fail within the limited warranty
period, return it, complete, prepaid, with proof
of purchase, to the dealer from whom it was
purchased for repair or replacement at the op-
tion of ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,
INC.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance or the use of
accessories and/or attachments not specifically
recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., for this electric product. Ad-
ditionally, this warranty does not cover parts that
will wear and require replacement with reason-
able use during the warranty period. This war-
ranty does not cover predelivery set--up or nor-
mal adjustments explained in the instruction
manual.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
signs, specifications, and accessories of all
products at any time without notice or obliga-
tion to any purchaser.
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