Talon Tools AT3351A User manual

Brand: Talon Tools

Model: AT3351A

Category: Garden tools

Type: User manual

Petrol Line Trimmer

USER MANUAL

SAFETY

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

WARNING • PLEASE READ

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.

MODEL NO. AT3351A

9096-335143

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Worn Bump Head

Trimming line.

Spark Plugs.

Carburetor Tune-ups.

Lubricants.

Engine Tune-ups.

Filters.

LINE TRIMMER WARRANTY

The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all other conditions and warranties in respect of

this product which the consumer may have taken under the Trade Practices Act 1974 or by any legislation

of a State or Territory of Australia. This product is warranted by Talon Tools Australia (ABN 12 099 520

939)(the “Company”) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from

the date of original purchase. The Company during the period of the warranty, will at its option, and subject

to the conditions stated herein, repair or replace without charge this product or any component part, which

upon examination by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company is found to be defective.

Warranty conditions

This warranty will not apply:

(i) where this product has been subjected to misuse, abuse, accident or want of care;

(ii) where this product has been used for a purpose for which it was not designed or is not suited;

(iii) where the service of this product has been undertaken by a person not authorised by the Company

to carry out such work or where parts that have not been approved by the Company have been used;

(iv) where this product has been used for industrial or commercial purposes.

Should service become necessary during the warranty period, the purchaser should contact an Authorised

Service Agent or the Company. In order to obtain warranty service, the purchaser must present the store

receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase together with a completed Warranty Card.

The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase, notwithstanding any subsequent

repair or parts replacement. No additional warranty or guarantee other than set out in this document,

whether written or verbal, is authorised to be made on the Company's behalf. The purchaser shall be

responsible for delivery or causing the product to be delivered to the Company or the Authorised Service

Agent and the purchaser shall be responsible for all charges in connection with re-delivery of the product

and/or the delivery of parts. Damage in transit is not covered by this warranty and purchasers should

remove from the product any liquids (if applicable) before sending and pack the product securely to prevent

damage.

Warranty exclusions

Normal wear parts or components are subject to separate terms as follows: Normal wear parts, compo-

nents or service required when performing normal and regular maintenance of this product are not covered

by warranty unless it is found to be defective by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company. Normal

wear parts include, but are not limited to:

Returns based on the above listed normal wear parts will not be accepted under this warranty as they

are considered consumab

le items and are at the e

xpense of the purchaser

SAFETY FEATURES

3 DEBRIS SHIELD must be installed to prevent debris from being thrown at the operator and prevent the line from

extending longer than necessary.

14 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. DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

5. AUXILIARY HANDLE

6. THROTTLE TRIGGER

7. IGNITION SWITCH

8. SAFETY TRIGGER LOCK

9. CHOKE LEVER KNOB

10. FUEL TANK

11. AIR FILTER COVER

12. STARTER HANDLE

13. MUFFLER SHIELD

15. PRIMER BULB

15. DEBRIS SHIELD NUT & BOLT & WASHER*

16. BUMP KNOB SPANNER*

*Supplied in User Kit

NOTE: DO NOT use blades on these models.

GENERAL IDENTIFICATION

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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.

This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible

for following unit manual instructions and warnings. Read

entire operator’s manual before using unit! Be thoroughly

familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit.

Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand,

and follow unit, manual instructions and warnings. Never

allow children to operate this unit.

Wear close fitting, tough work clothing that will pro-

vide 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 protection and a

good grade of ear plugs or other sound barriers for hear-

ing protection.

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.

Turn unit off before setting it down.

Always hold unit firmly with both hands, the thumb

and fingers encircling the handles.

Keep all screws and fasteners tight. Never operate

your equipment when it is improperly adjusted or not

completely and securely assembled.

Keep handles dry, clean and free of fuel mixture.

Keep linehead as close to ground as practical. Avoid

hitting small objects with linehead. When cutting on a

slope

, stand belo

w linehead.

NEVER cut or tr

im on a hill

or slope

, etc.

if there is the slightest chance of slipping,

sliding or losing firm footing.

Chec

k area y

ou will be trimming for debris

that ma

be struck or thrown during operation.

Keep all parts of your body and clothing away from

linehead

when starting or running engine. Before start-

ing engine, make sure linehead will not come in contact

with any obstacle.

10.

Stop engine before examining trimming 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. 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, void-

ing manufacturer’s warranty.

2. DO NOT SMOKE while refueling or operating equip-

ment.

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 con-

tact 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 fin-

gers 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 INFLU-

ENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS.

10. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT UNLESS DEBRIS SHIELD

AND/OR GUARD IS INSTALLED AND IN GOOD CON-

DITION.

11. DO NOT ADD, REMOVE OR ALTER ANY COMPO-

NENTS OF

THIS PR

ODUCT

Doing so could cause per

sonal injur

y and/or damage the unit voiding the manu-

acturer’

s w

arr

anty

12.

T oper

ate y

our unit near or around flammab

le liq

uids or gases whether in or out of doors. An explosion

and/or fire may result.

DANGER: Never use blades, wire or flailing

devices. Unit is designed for line trimmer use

only. Use of any other accessories or attach-

ments will increase the risk of injury.

WARNING: Keep children, bystanders, and

animals 50 feet (15 meters) away.If

approached stop unit immediately.

WHAT NOT TO DO

Meaning of symbols marked on the pr

oduct

Read the user man

ual before using the machine

Whenever the machine is in use, safety goggles

must be worn to safeguard against flying object, as

must ear protectors, such as a soundproof helmet,

in order to protect the oper

ator’s hearing. If the

operator is working in an area where there is a risk

of f

alling objects, a safety helmet must also be

worn.

Wear safety boots to protect against electric shock

Danger :

Objects thrown up by machine

eep people or animals at least 15m away from the

machine dur

ing operation

ear gloves to protect your hands

Warning! Hot surface

Maximum revolution frequency of the drive shaft

• FUEL

Use regular g

rade unleaded gasoline mixed with 2-cycle

engine oil in 25:1 r

atio 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 oper-

ate satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for automotive

use including oxygenated gasolines.

• FUEL AND LUBRICATION

• STARTING A COLD ENGINE

NOTE: To minimize load on engine during starting and

arm-up, trim excess trimming line to 13cm (Fig. 4A).

1. Place trimmer on firm flat surface.

Move ignition switch to the “RUN (I)” position (Fig.

4B).

Your unit is designed with a 2 position choke: CLOSE

“ ” and OPEN “ ”. Move choke lever to CLOSE “

” position(Fig. 4C).

4. Prime the carburetor. Pump the primer bulb (A) 10

times (Fig. 4D).

5. Grip handle firmly – depress safety trigger (B) &

throttle trigger (C) to the FULL THROTTLE position

(Fig. 4E).

6. Pull starter rope out a short way until resistance is felt

(approximately 100mm) (Fig. 4F). A smooth rapid pull

is required for a strong spark. Pull starter rope briskly

4 times.

7. Once engine starts allow to run for 10 seconds.

8. Move the choke to OPEN “ ” position (Fig. 4G).

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.

FUEL AND LUBRICATION

ARNING

Never use straight gasoline in

your unit. This will cause permanent engine

damage and void the manufacturer’s warran-

ty f

or 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 premium 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

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Fig. 4A Fig. 4B

5” (13cm)

Fig. 4C Fig. 4D

Fig.

Fig. 4F

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Air-cooled, 2-Cycle, Chrome Cylinder

Displacement

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 cc

y Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.1 Kg

Fuel Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550 ml

Bump Head

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Twin Line Bump Feed

ive Shaft Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 cm

Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38cm

Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Universal Handle

Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Electronic

• “UNIVERSAL¨ HANDLE INSTALLATION

1. To install handle onto unit, you will need the following

components from your user kit: handle (A & B),

screws (C) and nuts (D). (Fig. 1)

2. Install the handle (A & B) on the shaft 160-200mm

from throttle and tighten the 2 screws (C) and nuts

(D).

• INSTALLATION OF SHAFT TO COUPLING

NOTE: To make installing the shaft easier, place the unit

on the ground or on a work bench.

1. While firmly holding the bottom shaft (A), push it

straight into coupling (B) until the locking pin (C)

appears in the primary hole (D) (Fig 2A). If you expe-

rience any difficulty getting the bottom shaft into the

coupling, rotate the linehead clockwise (Fig 2B) at the

same time as you push the shaft into the coupling.

2. Once locking pin is in the primary hole rotate locking

bolt (E) clockwise with locking spanner or 10mm Ring

Spanner until tight (Fig 2C).

3. Ensure upper locking bolt (F) is also tight (Fig 2C).

NOTE:This is a one time assembly for this product.

• DEBRIS SHIELD

Shield fits snug on shaft. Some effort may be required.

1. Seat shield (B) onto shaft bracket (C).

2. Insert bolt (E) through hole. Bolt head should fit into

hex shape in shield.

3. Insert washer (D) and nut, tighten securely.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Fig. 1

Fig. 2A

Fig. 2B

Fig. 2C

WARNING:

The debris shield must be

installed (Fig. 3A & 3B) to properly dispense

trimming line and protect operator.

Fig. 3A

Fig. 3B

SCALPING

Scalping ref

ers to removal of all vegetation down to the

round. To do this, tilt the linehead to about a 30 degree

angle to the left. By adjusting the handle you will have bet-

ter control during this operation. Do not attempt this pro-

cedure if there is any chance flying debris could injure

operator, other people or cause damage to property. (Fig.

7B)

• REPLACING TRIMMING LINE - STANDARD

HEAD

1. Turn knob (A) COUNTERCLOCKWISE and remove

(Fig. 8A). User knob spanner supplied.

2. Remove spool (B) and spring (C) from spindle (D).

3. Remove any remaining trimming line (H).

4. Double a 14' (4.3m) length of .080" (2mm) trimming

line. Place the looped center in one of the slots of the

spool divider (Fig. 8B).

5. Wind trimming line clockwise as shown in illustration

(Fig. 8C), keeping tension, with each half separated

by the spool divider. Wind to within 6" (15cm) of the

ends.

6. Lock each end of line (H) into a slot (F) on opposite

sides of the spool (Fig. 8D).

7. Install the spring (C) over the spindle (D). Insert each

end of the line through an eyelet (G) in the housing

(E) (Fig. 8E).

8. Lower the spool into the housing (E) while feeding the

line through the eyelets (G). Ensure the spring seats

itself into the spool (Fig. 8E).

9. Once the spool is in place, apply pressure on the

spool compressing the spring. Pull each end of the

line (H) sharply to unlock the line from the slots (Fig.

8F).

10. Continue to apply pressure to the spool until the knob

can be threaded CLOCKWISE onto the spindle.

Tighten the knob securely b

y hand only (Fig. 8G).

11. Trim the excess line to approximately 5" (13cm). This

will minimize load on engine during starting and

warm-up (Fig. 4A).

• 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.

2. Wash filter in soap and water.

DO NOT USE GASO-

LINE!

Air dr

y filter

Reinstall filter

NOTE: Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable to

be cleaned.

Fig. 7A

Fig. 7B

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Fig. 8A

A. KNOB

B. SPOOL

C. SPRING

D. SPINDLE

E. HOUSING

F. SLOTS

G. EYELETS

H. TRIMMING LINE

Fig. 8B Fig. 8C

Fig. 8D Fig. 8E

Fig. 8F Fig. 8G

CAUTION:

NEVER operate trimmer without

the air filter. The air filter must be kept clean.

If it becomes damaged, install a new filter.

• WARM ENGINE START

1. Place trimmer on firm flat surface.

2. Move ignition switch to the “RUN (I)” position (Fig. 5).

3. Grip handle firmly, squeeze throttle trigger to FULL

THROTTLE position.

4. Pull starter rope briskly until engine starts, but no

more than 6 times.

5. If engine does not start, please operate “STARTING

A COLD ENGINE” again.

• 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 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

trimmer.

• 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

o release fresh line, run engine at full throttle and “bump”

linehead against lawn. Line will automatically release. The

knife in debris shield will trim excess line (Fig. 6A).

• 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 prepara-

tion 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 normal line

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. 7A).

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 AR

OUND

TREES

rim 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.

Fig.

Fig. 5

TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS

ARNING:

DO NO

T use steel wire or plastic-

coated steel wire of any kind with your line-

head. Serious operator injury can result.

CAUTION: P

eriodically remove weed wrap to

prevent overheating the drive shaft. Weed wrap

occurs when strands of weed become entan-

gled around the shaft beneath the debris shield

(Fig. 6B). This condition prevents the shaft from

being properly cooled. Remove weed wrap with

screwdriver or similar device.

Fig. 6A

Fig. 6B

BUMP

WARNING: Use extreme caution when SCALP-

ING.

eep a distance of 100 f

eet (30 meters)

between operator, other people and animals

during these operations.

OBLEM

OBABLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE A

CTION

Unit w

on’t start or starts but will

not run.

Incorrect starting procedures. Follow instructions in the User Manual.

Incorrect carb

uretor mixture adjustment

setting.

ve carburetor adjusted by an

uthorized Service Center.

ouled spark plug

Clean / gap or replace plug.

Fuel filter plugged. Replace fuel filter.

Unit starts, but engine has low

power.

Incorrect lever position on choke. Move to RUN position.

Dirty air filter. Remove, clean and reinstall filter.

Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment

setting.

Have carburetor adjusted by an

Authorized Service Center.

Engine hesitates.

Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment

setting.

Have carburetor adjusted by an

Authorized Service Center.

No power under load.

Runs erratically. Incorrectly gapped spark plug. Clean / gap or replace plug.

Smokes excessively.

Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment

setting.

Have carburetor adjusted by an

Authorized Service Center.

Incorrect fuel mixture. Use properly mixed fuel (25:1 mixture).

TROUBLE SHOOTING THE ENGINE

• FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER

1. Lift fuel line and filter (A) out of tank. A steel wire (B)

with a hook or a paper clip works well (Fig. 10A).

2. Pull off with a twisting motion (Fig. 10B).

3. Replace fuel filter (C).

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. 11).

2. Torque to 105 to 130 inch pounds (12 to 15 N•m).

Connect spark plug boot.

•

DEBRIS SHIELD KNIFE SHARPENING

Remo

ve cutter knife (E) from debris shield (F) (Fig.

12).

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 y

our User Manual.

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.

• 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.

Fig.

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.

Fig. 10A Fig. 10B

WARNING: Failure to follow these steps may

cause v

arnish to form in the carburetor and

difficult star

ting or permanent damage follow-

ing storage.

Talon Tools AT3351A User manual

Brand: Talon Tools

Model: AT3351A

Category: Garden tools

Type: User manual

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