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Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operador
Manuel de L’utilisateur
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TWIST--N--EDGE
TE 400 CXL
U
RL
For Occasional Use Only
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. 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. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones gra-
ves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products
North America
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
Augusta, GA 30907
Electrolux Home Products
North America
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
Mississauga, Ontario 15T 1K6
Copyright E2000 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
530088895
11/13/00
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S Always store gasoline in a container ap-
equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you
operate in a locale where such regulations ex-
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen will not require any service. After
50 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by your Au-
thorized Service Dealer.
proved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area before
each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown
by or become entangled in line. Hard objects
can damage trimmer head and be thrown
causing serious injury.
S Use only for trimming, mowing, edging and
sweeping. Do not use for pruning or hedge
trimming.
ASSEMBLY
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
WARNING: Make sure your unit is
properly assembled and all fasteners are se-
cure.
S Keep all parts of your body away from spin-
ning line and muffler. Keep engine below
waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious
burns.
S Cutting with the line on left side of the shield
will throw debris away from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
ATTACHING THE HANDLE
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before
storing or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car-
buretor by starting the engine and letting it
run until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit so line limiter cannot accidentally
cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.
S Store the unit out of the reach of children.
Groove
S Assemble handle to the unit as shown;
make sure bottom of handle is seated in the
groove in the trigger housing.
NOTE: Wing nut must be assembled on the
side of the unit opposite the operator’s posi-
tion.
S Pivot handle to a comfortable position.
Tighten handle securely.
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. If you
need assistance, call 1--800--554--6723.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or ab-
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age 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 med-
ical attention. An anti--vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial
protection from the risk of thrown objects to
the operator and others and is equipped with
a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to
the proper length. The line limiter blade (on
underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.
S Remove wing nut from shield.
S Insert bracket into slot as shown.
S Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole
in bracket.
S Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Bracket
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
Line Limiter Blade
Wing
Nut
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S If engine does not start in 5 pulls, follow
instructions in STARTING A COLD EN-
GINE.
FUEL YOUR UNIT
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine
oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
USING YOUR UNIT
OPERATING POSITION
Poulan/Weed Eaterr
brand oil is recom-
ALWAYS WEAR:
Eye
mended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the
instructions printed on the container. Always
read and follow the safety rules under FUEL
SAFETY.
Protection
Long Pants
Heavy Shoes
STARTING
Cut from your right to your left.
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE
Starting Position
The cutting head advances line automatically.
Do not tap head on the ground to advance
line. This may break parts and cause cutting
head to malfunction.
Upon unit start up, the line will advance auto-
matically to the correct cutting path length.
Always keep the shield in place when the tool
is being operated.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
To stop engine, move ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position.
TWIST--N--EDGE
S Pull the tab toward the engine.
S Twist the tube to the edging position;
release the tab.
Choke lever
Muffler
Trigger
Primer Bulb
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
WARNING: The trimmer head will
turn while starting the engine. A hot muffler
can cause serious burns.
REPLACING THE LINE
Pre--wound spools offer the most convenient
method for replacing line and ensuring opti-
mum performance.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
S Replacement spools are color--coded to
ensure use of the correct spool with your
unit. Be sure to use the same color spool as
the existing spool.
NOTE:Always clear dirt and debris from cut-
ting head components when performing any
type of maintenance.
S Set unit on a flat surface.
S Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
S Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
S Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE posi-
tion.
S Hold spool and unscrew cap by turning in
the direction shown on top of the cap.
S Remove line guide ring and spool.
S Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold
through all remaining steps.
S Pull starter rope handle sharply 6 times.
S Move choke lever to HALF CHOKE posi-
tion.
Line guide ring
Cap
S Pull starter rope handle no more than 6
pulls, until engine runs.
S Allow engine to run 10 seconds, then move
choke lever to OFF CHOKE position.
Spool
RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE
S Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
S Move choke lever to OFF CHOKE position.
S Pull starter rope handle until engine runs.
S Use a pre--wound spool or refill spool with
line. If using a pre--wound spool, remove
tape strip from line and spool.
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REFILLING THE SPOOL WITH LINE
Line through guide ring
Slot
WARNING: Use only 0.080” (2 mm)
diameter round line. Other sizes and shapes
of line will not advance properly and will result
in improper cutting head function or can
cause serious injury. Do not use other materi-
als such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can
break off during cutting and become a dan-
gerous missile that can cause serious injury.
Replacement Spool
S Rest guide ring on spool and place line in
slot. Allow line to extend 4 -- 6 inches (10 --
15 cm) from center of spool.
S Ensure line remains in slot while screwing
cap on to the shaft. Only tighten cap hand
tight!
S Cut a length of 30 feet of 0.080” (2 mm) di-
ameter round Poulan/Weed Eater! brand
line.
Feed line in
direction
shown on
spool.
SERVICE
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
Authorized Service Dealer.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.
We recommend that you take your unit to an
Authorized Service Dealer. Damage will oc-
cur if you turn the needles beyond the limiter
stops.
Spool
IGNITION TIMING
The ignition timing is fixed, non-adjustable.
SPARK PLUG
S Insert one end of line into center cavity of
empty spool. Ensure line will feed into
spool in the direction shown on the spool
(counterclockwise).
S Continue feeding line into spool, leaving 4 --
6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) unwound from center
of spool.
Replace the spark plug yearly using a Cham-
pion RCJ--8Y plug. Spark plug gap is 0.025”.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Need Assistance?
INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE
Call 1-800-554-6723.
S Install replacement spool.
Need Service Parts?
Contact your dealer .
S Thread line through line guide ring.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the
recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not S Engine flooded.
S See “Starting.”
S Fuel tank empty.
S Spark plug not firing.
S Fuel not reaching carburetor.
S Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
S Install new spark plug.
S Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
start.
S Carburetor requires adjustment. S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine will not S Carburetor requires adjustment. S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
S Throttle trigger screw too
tight.
S Loosen screw.
idle properly.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
S Clean or replace air filter.
S Clean or replace spark plug; re-gap.
S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
S Air filter dirty.
S Spark plug fouled.
S Carburetor requires adjustment.
S Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
S Clean or replace air filter.
S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine
S Fuel mixture incorrect.
smokes
S Air filter dirty.
S Carburetor requires adjustment.
excessively.
Line does not S Line improperly routed in head. S Check line routing.
S Line improperly routed through S See “Replacing the line.”
advance or
breaks while
cutting.
line guide.
S Line size incorrect.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm) dia. line.
Line welds
onto spool.
S Line size incorrect.
S Incorrect spool.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm) dia. line.
S Replace with correct spool.
S Line is being crowded against S Cut with tip of line fully extended.
material being cut.
Line pulls
back into
head.
S Too little line outside of head.
S Remove spool and pull 4 -- 6 inches
(10 -- 15 cm) of line outside of head.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm) dia. line.
S Line size incorrect.
will wear and require replacement with reason-
able use during the warranty period. This war-
ranty does not cover predelivery setup or nor-
mal adjustments explained in the operator’s
manual.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
AMERICA, Division of WCI Outdoor Prod-
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
ucts, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
each new Weed Eater brand gasoline tool or at- OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
tachment is free from defects in material and STATE TO STATE.
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
under this warranty any defective gasoline prod- OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
uct or attachment as follows from the original AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
date of purchase.
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
commercial, professional, or income producing RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
purposes.
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
purposes.
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
This warranty is not transferable and does not APPLY TO YOU.
cover damage or liability caused by improper ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of AMERICA’S policy is to continuously improve
accessories and/or attachments not specifically its products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA for this tool.
PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA reserves the
right to change, modify, or discontinue models,
Additionally, this warranty does not cover tune- designs, specifications, and accessories of all
ups, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter products at any time without notice or obligation
springs, cutting line, or rotating head parts that to any purchaser.
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U.S. EPA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-
ment engine is purchased. LENGTH OF
COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a pe-
LIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental
Protection Agency/Environment Canada and riod of two years from the initial date of pur-
POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVISION OF WCI
OUTDOOR PRODUCTS are pleased to ex-
plain the emissions control system warranty
chase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-
placement of any warranted part will be per-
on your lawn and garden equipment engine. formed at no charge to the owner at an ap-
All new utility and lawn and garden equipment proved POULAN/WEED EATER servicing
engines must be designed, built, and center. If you have any questions regarding
equipped to meet the stringent anti--smog your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
standards. POULAN/WEED EATER must
warrant the emission control system on your
should contact your nearest authorized ser-
vice center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at
lawn and garden equipment engine for the pe- 1--800--554--6723 WARRANTY PERIOD:
riods of time listed below provided there has Any warranted part which is not scheduled for
been no abuse, neglect, or improper mainte- replacement as required maintenance, or
nance of your lawn and garden equipment en- which is scheduled only for regular inspection
gine. Your emission control system includes
parts such as the carburetor and the ignition
to the effect of “repair or replace as neces-
sary” shall be warranted for 2 years. Any war-
system. Where a warrantable condition exits, ranted part which is scheduled for replace-
POULAN/WEED EATER will repair your lawn
and garden equipment engine at no cost to warranted for the period of time up to the first
you. Expenses covered under warranty in- scheduled replacement point for that part.
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC- DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any
charged for diagnostic labor which leads to
emissions related part on your engine (as the determination that a warranted part is de-
ment as required maintenance shall be
listed under Emissions Control Warranty
fective if the diagnostic work is performed at
Parts List) is defective or a defect in the mate- an approved POULAN/WEED EATER serv-
rials or workmanship of the engine causes the icing center. CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-
failure of such an emission related part, the AGES: POULAN/WEED EATER may be li-
part will be repaired or replaced by POULAN/
WEED EATER. OWNER’S WARRANTY
RESPONSIBILITIES: As the lawn and gar-
able for damages to other engine
components caused by the failure of a war-
ranted part still under warranty. WHAT IS
den equipment engine owner, you are re- NOT COVERED: All failures caused by
sponsible for the performance of the required abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are
maintenance listed in your Owner’s Manual. not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED
POULAN/WEED EATER recommends that
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts
you retain all receipts covering maintenance can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
on your lawn and garden equipment engine, POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover
but POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny
warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for
failures of warranted parts caused by the use
of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A
your failure to ensure the performance of all CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding
scheduled maintenance. As the lawn and your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
garden equipment engine owner, you should should contact your nearest authorized ser-
be aware that POULAN/WEED EATER may
deny you warranty coverage if your lawn and
vice center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at
1--800--554--6723 . WHERE TO GET WAR-
garden equipment engine or a part of it has RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-
failed due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte- pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED
nance, unapproved modifications, or the use EATER service centers. call: 1--800--554--6723
of parts not made or approved by the original MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-
equipment manufacturer. You are responsi- PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
ble for presenting your lawn and garden
POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-
equipment engine to a POULAN/WEED EAT- ment part used in the performance of any war-
ER authorized repair center as soon as a
ranty maintenance or repair on emission re-
problem exists. Warranty repairs should be lated parts will be provided without charge to
completed in a reasonable amount of time, the owner if the part is under warranty. EMIS-
not to exceed 30 days. If you have any ques-
tions regarding your warranty rights and re-
SION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS
LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark
sponsibilities, you should contact your near- Plug (covered up to maintenance schedule),
est authorized service center or call
Ignition Module. MAINTENANCE STATE-
MENT: The owner is responsible for the per-
formance of all required maintenance as de-
fined in the owner’s manual.
POULAN/WEED
1--800--554--6723.
EATER
at
WARRANTY COM-
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period
begins on the date the lawn and garden equip-
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The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.
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