Generac Power Systems Trimmer/Mower, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...ii Owner s Manual for Trimmer Mower 000393a WARNING CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE HARM www P65Warnings ca gov ...

Page 3: ...ndlebar 6 Installing Cutting Cords 6 Cutting Cord Tips 6 Attaching Cord Caddy 7 Adding Oil 7 Adding Fuel 8 High Altitude Replacement Kit 8 Section 3 Operation Operation and Use Questions 9 Before Starting Engine 9 Starting the Unit 10 Stopping the Engine 10 Operating Tips 10 Heavy Growth 10 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance 11 Replacing Quick Lock Head 12 Quick Lock Head Disass...

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Page 5: ...he equipment unsafe Throughout this publication and on tags and decals affixed to the unit DANGER WARNING CAUTION and NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to special instructions about a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly Observe them carefully Alert definitions are as follows NOTE Notes contain additional information important to a procedure and w...

Page 6: ...rate or service this machine if not fully alert Fatigue can impair the ability to service this equipment and could result in death or serious injury 000215 000107 WARNING Hearing Loss Hearing protection is recommended when using this machine Failure to wear hearing protection could result in permanant hearing loss WARNING 000492 Personal injury Wear sturdy shoes with no slip tread long pants and g...

Page 7: ...ne without the air cleaner installed Operating engine without the air cleaner could result in death or serious injury WARNING 000249 WARNING Fire hazard Do not obstruct cooling and ventilating airflow around the generator Inadequate ventilation could result in fire hazard possible equipment damage death or serious injury 000217 000192 DANGER Explosion and fire Fuel and vapors are extremely flammab...

Page 8: ...ing Decals This unit features numerous safety and operating decals These decals provide important operating instructions and warn of dangers and hazards Replace damaged or missing safety and operating decals immediately 005999 006701 MUSTADD OIL 006706 006703 006705 006002 006009 006704 ...

Page 9: ...ons standards for the duration of the product s life 005826 A B F E D G H C A Handlebar Adjuster B Oil Fill C Recoil Starter D Bail Bar E Fuel Fill F Fuel Primer G Quick Lock Trimmer Head H Trimmer Guard Trimmer Mower Specifications Cutting Width 22 in 55 88 cm Cutting Height Three Position 2 in 5 cm 2 75 in 7 cm 3 25 in 8 26 cm Cutting Speed 3700 rpm Cord Size 0 175 in 4 45 mm 225 mil sawtooth av...

Page 10: ... Verify adjuster teeth C mesh Installing Cutting Cords NOTE Always install all four trimmer cords with cords of equal length Not installing all four cords or installing cords of varying lengths will cause excessive vibration and could damage the machine 1 See Figure 2 5 Insert trimmer cord A into inlet hole B and push it in until the end protrudes out the other side C about 1 2 in 12 7 mm Figure 2...

Page 11: ...temperature SAE 15W 40 is recommended for general use Table 2 Engine Oil Requirements 4 Wait one minute for oil to settle 5 See Figure 2 8 Reinsert dipstick into oil filling hole without screwing it in and verify oil level is in the crosshatched section A Figure 2 8 Oil Range 6 If oil level is low add a few ounces of oil at a time Check dipstick frequently to prevent overfill Do not overfill 7 Ins...

Page 12: ...itudes can be ensured by installing an altitude kit when required See Table 3 High Altitude Replacement Kit to determine when an altitude kit is required Table 3 High Altitude Replacement Kit Kits can be obtained by contacting Generac Customer Service at 1 888 436 3722 1 888 GENERAC or www generac com Kits must be installed by a qualified individual NOTE If a carburetor is replaced the proper high...

Page 13: ...ING 000410 Projectile risk Remove all debris from work area before operating unit Failure to do so could result in death serious injury or property or equipment damage WARNING 000408 Projectile risk Be aware of surroundings at all times when operating unit Disengage mower blades if people or animals enter the work space Failure to do so could result in death serious injury or property damage WARNI...

Page 14: ...est engine speed When trimming allow the front end of the machine to rest lightly on the Mow Ball or keep the mow ball raised slightly above the ground When mowing the Mow Ball should glide on the ground Do not lift the handlebar while operating the unit Lifting the handlebar uses more energy slows cut ting speed and produces an unsatisfactory cut The Trimmer Mower can be used to trim or mow wet m...

Page 15: ...r serious injury 000108 WARNING Hot Surfaces When operating machine do not touch hot surfaces Keep machine away from combustibles during use Hot surfaces could result in severe burns or fire Procedure Before Each Use Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Check engine oil level Clean engine exterior cooling fins and remove collected grass Check general equipment condition Replace broken or ...

Page 16: ...A quick lock B and adapter C onto the shaft Figure 4 2 Cord Head Assembly 2 Place Mow Ball bolt D into the hex cavity of Mow Ball E 3 See Figure 4 3 Align the hole in the anti wrap can ister with a hole in the internal housing and insert a Phillip head screwdriver through both holes F Figure 4 3 Quick Lock Head Assembly 4 While holding the Mow Ball bolt head in place turn the Mow Ball counterclock...

Page 17: ... Allen wrench Figure 4 7 Cord Head 3 See Figure 4 8 Remove springs G and locking cams H from the middle and bottom plates and clean any grass or debris from springs and cams Figure 4 8 Springs and Locking Cams 4 Clean all plates using a nylon brush and clean rag 5 Inspect springs and cams for damage If any parts are damaged contact Generac Customer Service at 1 888 436 3722 1 888 GENERAC or www ge...

Page 18: ...rd Figure 4 11 Trimmer Guard 4 See Figure 4 11 Move idler arm C away from belt D and lift belt off idler pulley E Figure 4 12 Assembly 5 Remove belt from around engine and head assem bly pulleys 6 Install a new drive belt around engine and head assembly pulleys 7 Move idler in and install belt onto idler pulley 8 Secure trimmer guard with four bolts and flat wash ers using a 3 8 wrench 9 Install t...

Page 19: ... plug 3 clean the electrodes with a metal brush and remove any build up 4 See Figure 4 16 Measure spark plug clearance with a fueler gauge The clearance should be 019 027 in 0 5 0 7 mm If adjustment is necessary bend the side electrode carefully Figure 4 16 Spark Plug 5 Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted burned or porcelain is cracked Use only a TORCH K7RTC or equivalent 6 Install spark p...

Page 20: ...nsert Fuel may be old Change as necessary Contact Generac Customer Service at 1 888 436 3722 or www generac com Engine smokes Check engine oil level Verify machine is not on a steep incline Air filter may be dirty Change as necessary Verify oil type Engine may smoke if oil is too light for temperature Inspect cooling fins Clean as necessary Contact Generac Customer Service at 1 888 436 3722 or www...

Page 21: ...pin or lacks power Verify V belt is properly aligned See Replacing Trimmer Belt Inspect belt for wear Contact Generac Customer Service at 1 888 436 3722 or www generac com Cutting cords breaking Store cords in a plastic bag with a damp sponge or cloth to make them more pli able or store them in a bucket of water for a few days Cutting too fast Ease into the material Let the cord tips do the work T...

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Page 24: ... rights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written consent from Generac Power Systems Inc Generac Power Systems Inc S45 W29290 Hwy 59 Waukesha WI 53189 1 888 GENERAC 1 888 436 3722 www generac com ...