McCulloch TrimMac 280, 28cc User manual

Brand: McCulloch

Model: TrimMac 280, 28cc

Category: Grass trimmers

Type: User manual

530164503 1/16/04

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

: Please read these instructions carefully and make

sure you und erstand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future

reference.

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

RENSEIGNEMENTSIMPORTANTS:

A va nt d’ut iliser cet appareil, veuille z lire

atentivement les instructions et assurez--vous de les avoir comprises. Conservez

les instructions pour référence ultérieure.

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WICHTIGE INFORMA TION:

Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handhabun g des

Geräts aufmerksam durch. Verwenden Sie es erst, wenn Sie sicher sind, daß Sie

alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und gut aufbewah ren.

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE:

Lea atentamente las instrucciones y

asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conserve las instruc-

ciones para la referencia en el futuro.

TrimMac 280

IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)

Primer Bulb

Assist Handle

Starter

Handle

Throttle T rigger

Choke

Lever

Shield

Trimmer

Head

Shaft

Muffler

ON/OFF Switch

Coupler

Fuel tank

Manual

Wrench

Assist handle adjustment

IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

W ARNING!

Thistrimmercanbedangerous!Carelessor improperuse cancause

serious or even fatal injury.

B. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the trimmer.

C. Never use blades with this tool.

W ARNING!

The trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or

injured. Always wear eye protection.

E. Always use:

Ear protection

Protective glasses or visor

F. Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow.

G. The operator of the machinemust insurethat noonecomes within a 15 meterradius

while working.Whenseveral operatorsareworkingwithinthesameareaa safetydis-

tance of at least 15 meters must be observed.

H. Sound pressure level at 7,5 meters

I. Use unleaded or quality leaded petrol and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 2.5%.

J. Engine ON/OFF switch

K. Sound power level

L. Max s

eed of out

ut axle

SAFETY RULES

W ARNING:

When using gardening

app liances, basic safety precautions should al-

ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and

ser ious in jury. Rea d an d follow all inst r uc tio ns.

This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is

responsible for following instructions and warn-

ings on unit and in manua l. Read entire instruc-

tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa-

miliarwiththecon trolsan dthepr op er useofth e

unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who

read, understand, and follow instructions and

warnings on unit and in manual. Never allow

child ren to operat e this unit .

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

DANGER:

Never use blades withline

trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de-

vices with any attachment. This unit (when

usedwithsuppliedlinetrimmerattachment)is

designedforlinetrimmeruseonly .Useofany

other accessories with line trimmer attach-

mentwill increase the risk of injury.

W ARNING:

T rimmer line throws ob-

jects violently.Youandotherscanbeblinded/

injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protec-

tion. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.

Safety Glasses or similar eye protection

Boots

Hazard Zone

15 meters

Keepchildren, bystanders, and animals 15 me-

ters away . If approached stop unit immediately .

If situations occur which are not covered in

this manual,usecare and good judgement.If

youneedassistance,contactyourauthorized

service dealer.

OPERATOR SAFETY

S Dress properly. Always wear safety

glasses or similar eye protection when op-

erating, or performing maintenance, on

your unit (safety glasses are available).

Eye protection should be marked Z87.

S Always wearfaceordustmask if operation

is dusty.

S Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots,andgloves. Wearingsafety

leg guards is recommended.

S Always wear foot protection. Do not go

barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of

spinning line.

S Securehairaboveshoulderlength. Secure

or remove loose clothing or clothing with

loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.

They can be caught in moving parts.

S Being fully covered also helps protect you

from debris and pieces of toxic plants

thrown by spinning line.

S Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you

ar etired, ill, up set oru ndertheinfluenc eofal-

cohol, drugs,o rme dication . Wa tch wh a tyou

are doing; use common sense.

S Wear hearing protection.

S Never start or run inside a closed room or

building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

S Always keep engine on the right handside

of your body.

S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.

S Keep trimmer head (or other optional at-

tachment)below waist level andaway from

all parts of your body. Do not raise engine

above your waist.

S Keepall parts ofyour bodyaway from muf-

fler and spinning line (or other optional at-

tachment). Keepenginebelow waist level.

A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

S Keepfirmfootingandbalance. Donotover-

reach or use from unstable surfaces such

as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops,

etc.

S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.

S Use only for jobs explained in this manual

(or manuals for optional attachments).

UNIT / MAINTENANCESAFETY

S Disconnect the spark plug before performing

maintenan ce except carburetor adjustments.

S Look for and replace damaged or loose

parts before each use. Look for and repair

fuelleaksbeforeuse.Keepingoodworking

condition.

S Replace trimmer head parts that are

chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in

any other way before using the unit.

S Maintain unit according to recommended

procedures. Keep cutting line at proper

length.

S Use only 2 mm diameter McCulloch! brand

line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

S Installrequiredshieldproperlybeforeusing

the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;

make sure it is properly installed and se-

curely fastened.

S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as

shown in this manual.

S Make carburetor adjustments with lower

endsupportedtopreventline fromcontact-

ing any object.

S Keepothers awaywhenmakingcarburetor

adjustments.

S Use only recommended McCulloch! ac-

cessories and replacement parts.

S Have all maintenance and service not ex-

plained in this manual performedby an au-

thorized service dealer.

FUEL SAFETY

S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

S Keep away from sparks or flames.

S Use a container approved for fuel.

S Do not smokeorallow smoking nearfuelor

the unit.

S Av oidspillin gfuel oroil. Wip eupall fuelsp ills.

S Move at least 3 meters away from fueling

site before starting engine.

S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-

moving fuel cap.

S Always store gasoline in a container ap-

proved for flammable liquids.

TRANSPORTINGAND STORAGE

S Allow the enginetocool; secureunit before

storing or transportingin vehicle.

S Empty fuel tank beforestoringortransport-

ingtheunit.Useupfuelleftinthecarburetor

by starting engine and letting it run until it

stops.

S Storeunit andfuel in an areawherefuelva-

pors cannot reach sparks or open flames

from water heaters, electric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

S Storeunitso linelimiter cannotaccidentally

cause injury.Unit canbehungby theshaft.

S Store the unit out of the reach of children.

SPECIAL N OTICE:

Exposure to vibra-

tions throughprolongeduse of gasoline pow-

ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or

nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and

joints of peopleproneto circulation disorders

or abnormal swellings. Prolongeduse in cold

weatherhasbeenlinkedtobloodvesseldam-

agein otherwise healthypeople.Ifsymptoms

occur such as numbness, pain, loss of

strength, change in skin color or texture, or

loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,

discontinuetheuseofthistoolandseekmed-

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

closelytheirphysical conditionandthecondi-

tion of this tool.

LINE TRIMMERSAFETY

W ARNING:

Inspect the area to be

trimmed before each use. Remove objects

(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which

canbethrownbyorbecomeentangledinline.

Hard objects can damage the trimmer head

and be thrown causing serious injury.

S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and

sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or

hedge trimming.

S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on

leftside oftheshieldwill throwdebris away

from the operator.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS

W ARNING:

Foreachoptionalattach-

mentused,readentireinstructionmanualbe-

fore use and follow all warnings and instruc-

tions in manual and on attachment.

W ARNING:

Ensure handlebar is

installed when using edger or brushcutterat-

tachments. Attachhandlebarabovearrowon

safetylabel ontheupper shaft (engineendof

unit). If your edger or brushcutterattachment

doesnotincludeahandlebar,ahandlebarac-

cessory kit (#530071451) is available from

your authorized service dealer.

Handlebar

EDGER SAFETY

W ARNING:

Inspect the area to be

edged before each use. Remove objects

(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which

can be thrown by the blade or can wrap

around the shaft.

S Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger

is released. The blade can seriously cut

you or others.

S Allow blade to stop before removing it from

the cut.

S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,

cracked, broken or damaged in any other

way. Replace parts that are cracked,

chipped, ordamagedbeforeusing theunit.

S Do not attempt to remove cut material nor

hold material to be cut when the engine is

running or when cutting blade is moving.

S Always keepthewheelanddepthadjusting

skid in contact with the ground.

S Always push the unit slowly over the

ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,

holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.

S Always usethehandlebarwhenusingedg-

er attachment.

BLOWER/VACUUMSAFETY

W ARNING:

Inspectareabeforestart-

ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects

such as rocks, glass, wire,etc. that canrico-

chet, be thrown,or otherwise cause injury or

damage during operation.

S Do not set unit on any surface except a

clean, hard area while engine is running.

Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,

etc., could be picked up by the air intake

andthrownout throughdischargeopening,

damagingunit,property,orcausingserious

injury to bystanders or operator.

S Never place objects inside the blower

tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Al-

ways direct the blowing debris away from

people, animals, glass, and solid objects

such as trees,automobiles,walls, etc. The

forceofaircancauserocks,dirt,orsticks to

be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt

people or animals, break glass, or cause

other damage.

S Never run unit without the proper equip-

ment attached. When using your unit as a

blower, always install blower tubes.

S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or

vacuum tubes frequently, always with en-

gine stoppedandspark plugdisconnected.

Keepvents anddischarge tubesfreeofde-

bris which can accumulate and restrict

proper air flow .

S Neverplaceanyobjectinairintakeopening

as this could restrict proper air flow and

cause damage to the unit.

S Neveruseforspreadingchemicals, fertiliz-

ers,orothersubstanceswhichmaycontain

toxic materials.

S Toavoidspreadingfire,donotusenearleaf

or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,

ashtrays, etc.

BRUSHCUTTERSAFETY

DANGER:

Blade can thrust violently

away from material it does not cut. Blade

thrust can cause amputationof arms or legs.

W ARNING:

Donotuse trimmer head

as a fastening device for the blade.

W ARNING:

The blade continues to

spin after the throttle is released or engine is

turnedoff. The coasting blade can throw ob-

jects or seriously cut you if accidentally

touched. Stop the blade by contacting the

right handside ofthecoasting blade withma-

terial already cut.

Stop coasting

blade by contact

with cut material.

W ARNING:

Inspecttheareatobecut

before each use. Remove objects (rocks,

broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be

thrown or become entangled in the blade or

trimmer line.

S Throw away and replace blades that are

bent,warped,cracked,brokenordamaged

in any other way.

S Installrequiredshieldproperlybeforeusing

the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal

blade use.

W ARNING:

Only use brushcutterat-

tachments that provide a metal shield with

proboscis nose.

Proboscis

nose

S Useonlyspecifiedbladeandmakesureitis

properly installed and securely fastened.

S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on

the right side of the shield will throwdebris

away from the operator.

S Always use the handlebar and a properly

adjustedshoulderstrapwithblade(seeAS-

SEMBLYinstructionsinbrushcutterattach-

ment instruction manual).

CULTIVATOR SAFETY

W ARNING:

Rotating tines can cause

serious injury. Keep away from rota ting tines.

Stop the engine and disconn ect the spark plug

before unclogging tines or making repairs.

W ARNING:

Inspect the area to be

cultivatedbeforestartingtheunit. Removeall

debris and hard and sharp objects such as

rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.

S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that

might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-

curs, stop the engine and inspect the unit

for damage.

S Neveroperatethecultivatorwithoutthetine

cover in place and properly secured.

S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.

S After striking a foreign object, stop the en-

gine,disconnectthesparkplugandinspect

thecultivatorfordamage. Repairbeforere-

starting.

S Disconnect attachment from the drive en-

gine before cleaning the tines with a hose

and water to remove any build--up. Oil the

tines to prevent rust.

S Always wear gloves when servicing or

cleaning the tines. Thetines become very

sharp from use.

S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti-

vating.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY

DANGER:

RISK OF CUT; KEEP

HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE

-- Blade

moves momentarily after the trigger is re-

leased. Donot attempttoclear awaycut ma-

terial when theblade is in motion. Make sure

the switch is in the OFF position, the spark

plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has

stopped moving before removing jammed

materialfromthecuttingblade. Donotgrabor

hold the unit by the cutting blade.

Allow blades to stop

before removing

them from the cut.

Blades move

momentarily

after the

trigger is

released.

W ARNING:

Inspect the area before

startingthe unit. Remove all debris andhard

objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that

can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause

injury or damage during operation.

S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,

warped, cracked, broken or damaged in

any other way. Have worn or damaged

parts replaced by your authorized service

dealer.

S Always keep unit in front of your body.

Keep all parts of your body away from the

cutting blade.

S Keepthecuttingbladeandairventsclearof

debris.

POLE PRUNER SAFETY

W ARNING:

The reciprocating blade/

rotating chain can cause severe injury. In-

spect theunitbeforeuse. Donotoperateunit

withabent,crackedordullbladeor dullchain.

Keepaway fromtheblade/chain.Therecipro-

cating blade/rotating chain is sharp. Do not

touch. Toprevent serious injury, always stop

engine and ensure blade/chain has stopped

moving, disconnect spark plug, and wear

gloves when changing or handling the blade

or chain.

W ARNING:

Acoastingblade/rotating

chain can cause injury while it continues to

move after the engine is stopped. Maintain

propercontrol oftheunit until theblade/chain

has completely stopped moving. Keep

hands, face and feet at a distance from all

movingparts. Donotattempttotouchorstop

the blade or chain when it is moving.

W ARNING:

Falling objects can

causesevereheadinjury. Wearheadprotec-

tionwhenoperatingthis unit witha poleprun-

er attachment.

W ARNING:

Topreventseriousinjury,

do not use more than one boom extension

with a pole pruner attachment.

W ARNING:

Keep the pruner away

from power lines or electrical wires.

S Only use for pruning limbs or branches up

to 4 inches in diameter.

S Do not operate the unit faster than the

speedneededtoprune. Donotruntheunit

at high speed when not pruning.

S Always stop the unit whenwork is delayed

orwhenwalkingfromonecuttinglocationto

another.

S Ifyoustrikeorbecomeentangledwithafor-

eign object, stop the engine immediately

and check for damage. Have any damage

repaired by an authorized service dealer

before attempting further operations. Dis-

card bladesthatare bent, warped,cracked

or broken.

S Stopthe unitimmediately if you feel exces-

sive vibration. Vibrationis asignoftrouble.

Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or

damage before continuing. Contact an au-

thorized service dealer for repair or re-

placement of affected parts as necessary.

SNOW THROWER SAFETY

W ARNING:

Keep hands and feet

away from the rotor when starting or running

the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor

with the engine/motor running. Stop engine

anddisconnect spark plug beforeunclogging

snowor debris fromdischargechuteor when

adjusting vanes.

W ARNING:

Never lean over dis-

charge chute. Rocks or debris could be

thrownintotheeyesandfaceandcauseseri-

ous injury or blindness.

W ARNING:

Inspect the area where

the unit is to be used. Remove objects that

could be thrown or damage the unit. Some

objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be

alert for the possibility.

S Direct material discharge away from glass

enclosures, automobiles, etc.

S Do not run engine at high speed while not

removing snow.

S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,

and stay alert for holes in the terrain and

other hidden hazards.

S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before at-

taching the snowthrower to the powerhead.

S Ifther otorwill notrotatefreelyduetofrozen

ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before

attempting to operateunder power.

S Keep the rotor clear of debris.

S Do not throw snow near otherpeople. The

snow throwercould propel small objects at

high speed causing injury.

S After striking a foreign object, stop the en-

gine,disconnectsparkplugandinspectthe

snowthrowerfor damage and repair if nec-

essary beforerestarting unit.

S Neveroperatethesnowthrowernearglass

enclosures, automobiles and trucks.Never

attempt to use the snowthrower on a roof.

S Never operate the snowthrower near win-

dow wells, dropoffs, etc.

S Neverdischargesnowontopublic roads or

near moving traffic.

S Clear snow from slopes by going up and

down; never across. Use caution when

changingdirections.Neverclearsnowfrom

steep slopes.

S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after

clearing snow so moving parts do not freeze.

S Look behind and use care when backing

up. Exercisecautiontoavoidslipping orfal-

ling, especially when operatingin reverse.

S Know how to stop quickly.

ASSEMBLY

W ARNING:

If received assembled,

repeatallstepstoensureyourunit is properly

assembled and all fasteners are secure.

Examine parts for damage. Donot use dam-

aged parts.

It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the

empty fuel tank.

Findingfuel or oil residueonmuffleris normal

due to carburetor adjustments and testing

done by the manufacturer.

INST ALLING TRIMMERA TTACHMENT

CAUTION:

Wh en installin g trimm er att ach-

ment,place the unit on a flat surface for stability .

1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob

counterclockwise.

Coupler

Knob

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN

Shipping

protector

2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.

3. Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer

attachment (if present).

4. Position locking/release button of attach-

ment into guide recess of coupler.

5. Pushtheattachmentintothecoupleruntil

the locking/release button snaps into the

primary hole.

6. Beforeusingtheunit, tightentheknobse-

curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler Primary Hole

Upper

Shaft

Locking/

Release

Button

Lower

Attachment

Guide Recess

W ARNING:

Make sure the locking/

release button is locked in the primary hole

andtheknobis securely tightenedbeforeop-

eratingtheunit. All attachmentsaredesigned

to be used in the primary hole.

For optional attachments, see the AS-

SEMBLY section of the applicable attach-

ment instruction manual.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

W ARNING:

Theshield must be prop-

erly installed. The shield provides partial

protection from the risk of thrown objects to

theoperatorandothers and is equipped with

a line limiter which cuts excess line. Theline

limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and

can cut you.

1. Remove nut from shield.

2. Insert bracket into slot on shield.

3. Pivot shield until boltpasses throughhole

in bracket.

4. Reinstall nut and tighten securely with

wrench (provided).

Slot

Shield

Nut

Bracket

Line Limiter Blade

ADJUSTINGTHE HANDLE

W ARNING:

When adjusting the han-

dle, be sure it remains between the trigger

and the safety label. Assist handle must be

positioned only below the arrow.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up-

right position; retighten wing nut.

OPERATION

W ARNING:

Be sure to read the fuel

informationin the safety rules before you be-

gin.If youdonot understandthe safety rules,

do not attempt to fuel your unit. Contact an

authorized service dealer.

FUELING ENGINE

W ARNING:

Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded

gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be

mixedw ithagoodqu alit y2- c ycleair -coole den-

gine oil. We recommend McCulloch! brand oil

mixed at a ratio of 40:1 (2.5%). A 40:1 ratio is

obta ined by mixing 5 liters of unleaded gasoline

with 0,125 liter of oil. DO NOT USE automotive

oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine dam-

age . When mixing fuel, follow instructions

printed on oil conta iner. Once oil is added to

gasoline, shake container momentarily to as-

sure that the fuel is t horoughly mixed. Always

read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel

before fueling your unit.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol)canattractmoisturewhichleadsto

separationandformationofacids duringstor-

age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system

ofanenginewhilein storage.To avoidengine

problems,empty the fuel system beforestor-

agefor 30days or longer. Drain the gas tank,

starttheengineandletitrununtilthefuellines

andcarburetorareempty.Usefreshfuelnext

season. Never use engine or carburetor

cleanerproductsinthefueltankorpermanent

damage may occur .

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF

switch to the OFF position.

ON/OFF Switch

HOW TO START YOUR UNIT

W ARNING:

Avoid any contact with

the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious

burns.

ST ARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a

warm engine af ter running out of fuel)

Starting Position

Muffler

Choke

Lever

Starter Handle

Primer Bulb

1. Set unit on a flat surface.

2. MoveON/OFFswitch tothe ON position.

3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

4. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKEposition

bya ligningleverwithpositio nshownonde-

ca l (s ee illustration below) .

Choke

position

decal

5. Squeeze and hold trigger through all re-

maining steps.

6. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-

ginesoundsas ifit is trying tostart,butdo

not pull rope more than 6 times.

7. As soon as enginesounds as if it is trying

to start, move choke lever to HALF

CHOKE b y alig nin g le ver with position

sh own on decal (s ee illust ra tion below) .

Choke

position

decal

8. Pullstarterropesharply until engineruns,

but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine

doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF

CHOKE position), move the choke lever

to the FULL CHOKE position and press

theprimerbulb6times.Squeezeandhold

thethrottletriggerandpullthestarterrope

2moretimes. Movethechokelever tothe

HALF CHOKE position andpull the start-

er rope until the engine runs, but nomore

than 6 pulls.

NOTE:

If engine still doesn’t start, it is

probably flooded. ProceedtoSTARTING

A FLOODED ENGINE.

9. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10

seconds, then move the choke lever to

OFF CHOKE by aligning lever with posi-

tion shown on decal (see following il-

lustration). Allow the unit to run for 30

moreseconds at OFF CHOKE beforere-

leasing the throttle trigger.

NOTE:

If engine dies with the choke le-

verintheOFFCHOKEposition,movethe

choke leverto theHALFCHOKEposition

andpull the ropeuntil engineruns, but no

more than 6 pulls.

Choke

position

decal

STARTINGA WARM ENGINE

1. MoveON/OFFswitch tothe ON position.

2. Move the choke lever to the HALF

CHOKE position.

3. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.

Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until

the engine runs smoothly.

4. Pullstarterropesharplyuntil engineruns,

but no more than 5 pulls.

5. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then

movethechokelever totheOFFCHOKE

position.

NOTE:

If engine has not started, pull starter

rope5morepulls.Ifenginestill doesnotrun,it

is probably flooded.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Flooded engines can be started by placing

thechoke lever in the OFF CHOKE position;

then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex-

cessfuel.Thiscouldrequirepullingthestarter

handle many times depending on how badly

the unit is flooded.

If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROU-

BLESHOOTING TABLE.

OPERATING THE COUPLER

This model is equipped with a coupler which

enables optional attachments to be installed.

W ARNING:

Always stopunit anddis-

connect sparkplugbeforeremovingorinstal-

ling attachments.

REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH-

MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONALAT-

TACHMENTS)

CAUTION:

Whenremovingor installing at-

tachments, place the uniton a flat surfacefor

stability.

1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob

counterclockwise.

Coupler

Knob

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN

Upper Shaft

Lower

Attachment

2. Press and hold the locking/release button.

Locking/Release

Button

Coupler

Upper Shaft

Lower Attachment

3. While securelyholdingtheengineandup-

per shaft, pull theattachment straight out

of the coupler.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-

MENTS

1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-

ment(if present).

2. Position locking/release button of attach-

ment into guide recess of coupler.

3. Pushthe attachmentintothecoupleruntil

the locking/release button snaps into the

primary hole.

4. Beforeusingtheunit, tightentheknobse-

curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler

Primary Hole

Upper

Shaft

Locking/

Release

Button

Attachment

Guide Recess

W ARNING:

Make sure the locking/

release button is locked in the primary hole

andtheknobis securely tightenedbeforeop-

erating the unit.

OPERATING POSITION

Eye Protection

Long Pants

Heavy Shoes

ALWAYS WEAR:

Cut from your right to your left.

W ARNING:

Always weareyeprotec-

tion and hearing protection. Never lean over

the trimmer head. Rocks or debris can rico-

chet or be thrown into eyes and face and

cause blindness or other serious injury.

Do not run the engine at a higher speed than

n ecessary. T he cut t ing line will cu t e fficie ntly

when the engine is run at less than full throttle.

At lower spee ds, there is less engine noise and

vibration. Thecuttinglinewill lastlon ger andwill

be less likely to “weld” onto the spool.

Always release the throttle trigger and allow the

engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.

To stop engine:

S Release the throttle trigger.

S Move the ON/OFF switch tothe OFF posi-

tion.

TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE

Thetrimmerlinewilladvanceapproximately2

in. (5 cm) eachtime thebottom ofthetrimmer

headis tappedon the groundwith theengine

running at full throttle.

Themost ef ficient line lengthis themaximum

length allowed by the line limiter.

Always keep theshield in placewhenthetool

is being operated.

To advance line:

S Operate the engine at full throttle.

S Holdthetrimmerheadparalleltoandabove

the grassy area.

S Tap the bottom of the trimmer hea d lightly on

thegroundonetime.Approximately5cmof

line will be advanced with each tap.

Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy

area. Tapping on surfaces such as concrete

or asphalt can cause excessive wear to the

trimmer head.

If the line is worn down to 5 cm or less, more

than one tap will be required to obtain the

most efficient line length.

W ARNING:

Use only 2 mm diameter

line.Othersizes andshapesoflinewill notad-

vanceproperly andwill resultinimpropercut-

tingheadfunctionorcancauseseriousinjury .

Do not use other materials such as wire,

string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during

cutting andbecome adangerousmissile that

can cause serious injury.

CUTTINGMETHODS

W ARNING:

Useminimum speedand

do not crowd the line when cutting around

hardobjects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),

whichcandamagethetrimmerhead,become

entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a

serious hazard.

S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will

achieve the best performance and mini-

mum line wearby notcrowdingthe line into

the cutting area. The right and wrongways

are shown below.

T ip of the Line

Does The Cutting

Right Wrong

Line Crowded Into

Work Area

S The line will easily remove grass and

weedsfromaroundwalls,fences,treesand

flower beds, but it also can cut the tender

bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.

S For trimming or scalping, use less than full

throttle to increase line life and decrease

head wear, especially:

S During light duty cutting.

S Near objects around which the line can-

wrap such as small posts, trees or fence

wire.

S Formowingorsweeping,usefull throttlefor

a good clean job.

TRIMMING -- Ho ld the bottom of the trimmer

headabout 80 mm above the ground and at an

angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make con-

tact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.

Trimming

80 mm above

ground

SCALPING -- The scalping technique re-

movesunwantedvegetation.Holdthebottom

of the trimmer head about 80 mm above the

groundandatanangle.Allowthetipoftheline

to strike the ground around trees, posts,

monuments, etc. This technique increases

line wear.

Scalping

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 damage the tool.

Mowing

SWEEPING -- Thefanningactionof therotat-

ing 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.

Sweeping

MAINTENANCE

W ARNING:

Disconnect the spark

plug before performing maintenance except

for carburetor adjustments.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

S Spark Plug Boot

S Air Filter

S Housing Screws

S Assist Handle Screw

S Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGEDOR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-

placement of damaged or worn parts.

S ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch

functions properly by moving the switch to

the OFF position. Make sure enginestops;

then restart engine and continue.

S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel

tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if

debris shield is damaged.

INSPECTAND CLEAN UNIT AND

LABELS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for

loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and

labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-

gent.

S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

CLEAN AIR FILTER

A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-

ance and increases fuel consumption and

harmful emissions. Always clean after every

5 hours of operation.

1. Clean the cover and the area around it to

keep dirt from falling into the carburetor

chamber when the cover is removed.

2. Remove parts as illustrated.

NOTE:

Donotcleanfilteringasolineorother

flammablesolventtoavoidcreatingafirehaz-

ard or producing harmful evaporative emis-

sions.

3. Wash the filter in soap and water.

4. Allow filter to dry.

5. Replace parts.

Air Filter

Cover

Button

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure

the engine starts easier and runs better. Set

spark plug gap at 0,6 mm. Ignition timing is

fixed and nonadjustable.

1. Twist, then pull of f spark plug boot.

2. Removesparkplugfromcylinder anddis-

card.

3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark

plug and tighten securely with a 19 mm

socket wrench.

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACINGTHE LINE

1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF

position.

2. Disconnect the spark plug lead wire.

3. Removespool byfirmly pullingontapbut-

ton. Clean entire surface of hub and

spool.Replacewithapre-woundspool,or

cut two lengthsof4meters of2 mmdiam-

eter McCullochr brand line.

W ARNING:

Never use wire, rope,

string,etc.,whichcanbreakof fandbecomea

dangerous missile.

4. Insert ends of the line about1cm into the

small hole on the inside of spool.

Small

Holes

Spool

Hub

Line in Notch

Line exit holes

5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the

spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows

found on the spool.

6. Pushthe line into thenotches,leaving 7 --

12 cm unwound.

7. Insertthe line into thethe exit holes in the

hubas shown in the illustration.

8. Align the notches with theline exit holes.

9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into

place.

10. Pull thelines extendingoutsideof thehub

to release them from the notches.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

W ARNING:

Keep others away when

making idle speed adjustments. Thetrimmer

headwill bespinning during most of this pro-

cedure. Wearyourprotectiveequipmentand

observe all safety precautions. After making

adjustments, the trimmer head must not

move/spin at idle speed.

The carburetor has been carefully set at the

factory.Adjustmentsmaybenecessaryifyou

notice any of the following conditions:

S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-

leased.

S The trimmer headmoves/spins at idle speed.

Make adjustments with theunit supportedso

the cutting attachment is off the ground and

will not make contact with any object. Hold

theunitby handwhilerunningandmakingad-

justments. Keep all parts of your body away

from the cutting attachment and muffler.

Idle Speed Adjustment

Allow enginetoidle.Adjustspeeduntilengine

runswithouttrimmerheadmovingorspinning

(idle speed too fast) or engine stalling (idle

speed too slow).

S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-

creaseenginespeedifenginestalls ordies.

S Turn idle speedscrew counterclockwise to

decrease engine speed if trimmer head

moves or spins at idle speed.

W ARNING:

Recheck the idle speed

after each adjustment. The trimmer head

must not move or spin at idle speed to avoid

serious injury to the operator or others.

Idle Speed

Screw

Air Filter

Cover

Ifyourequirefurtherassistanceorareunsure

about performing this procedure, contact an

authorized service dealer.

STORAGE

W ARNING:

Perform the following

steps after each use:

S Allowenginetocool beforestoring ortrans-

porting.

S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area

where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or

open flames from water heaters, electric

motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

S Empty fuel tank beforestoringortransport-

ing the unit.

S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of

children.

S Store unit with all guards in place. Position

unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-

dentally cause injury.

SEASONALSTORAGE

Prepareunit forstorageat endofseason or if

it will notbe used for 30 days or more.

If your unitis tobe storedfor a periodof time:

S Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor-

age.

S Store in a clean dry area.

S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.

ENGINE

S Removespark plugandpour1 teaspoonof

40:1,2-cycle engineoil (aircooled)through

the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the

starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

S Replacesparkplugwith newoneofrecom-

mended type and heat range.

S Clean air filter.

S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,

and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,

or worn parts.

S At the beginning of the next season, use

only freshfuel havingthepropergasolineto

oil ratio.

OTHER

S Do not store gasoline from one season to

another.

S Replaceyourgasolinecanifitstartstorust.

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Engine will not

start.

1. ON/OFF switch in OFF

position.

2. Engine flooded.

3. Fuel tank empty .

4. Spark plug not firing.

5. Fuel not reaching

carburetor.

6. Carburetorrequires

adjustment.

1. Move ON/OFF switch to ON position.

2. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in

Operation Section.

3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

4. Install new spark plug.

5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line;

repair or replace.

6. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine will

not idle

properly.

1. Carburetorrequires

adjustment.

2. Crankshaft seals worn.

3. Compression low.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

1. Air filter dirty.

2. Spark plug fouled.

3. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

4. Carbon build-up on

muffler outlet screen.

5. Compressionlow.

Engine will not

accelerate,

lacks power,

or dies under

a load.

1. Clean or replace air filter.

2. Clean or replace plug

and regap.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

5. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine

smokes

excessively.

1. Choke partially on.

2. Fuel mixture incorrect.

3. Air filter dirty.

4. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

1. Adjust choke.

2. Empty fuel tank and refill with

correct fuel mixture.

3. Clean or replace air filter.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine runs

hot.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Spark plug incorrect.

3. Carburetorrequires

adjustment.

4. Carbon build-up on

muffler outlet screen.

1. Empty fuel tank and refill with

correct fuel mixture.

2. Replace with correct spark plug.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

W ARNING:

Always stopunitanddisconnectsparkplugbeforeperformingall ofthe

recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.

TROUBLESHOOTINGTABLE

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

relating to 2000/14/EC

EC Declaration of Conformity relating to 2000/14/EC

We, Electrolux Home Products, Inc., Texarkana, TX, 75501, USA, Tél. : +1 903 223

4100, declare under sole responsibility that the McCulloch model TrimMac 280 grass

trimmer was assessed in accordance with Annex V of the DIRECTIVE and from serial

numbers 2003--246N00001andonwards, conforms to the provisions of theDIRECTIVE.

The cutting width is 431 mm. Themeasured soundpower is 108 dB and the guaranteed

sound power is 118 dB.

Texarkana 03--09--03

Michael S. Bounds, Director

Product Safety and Standards

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

relating to 98/37/EC

EC Declaration of Conformity (Directive 98/37/EC, Annex II, A) (Only applies to

Europe)

We, Electrolux Home Products, Inc., Texarkana, TX, 75501, USA, Tél. : +1 903 223

4100, Declare under sole responsibility that the McCulloch model TrimMac 280 grass

trimmer from serial numbers2003--246N00001andonwards,follows theprovisions ofthe

DIRECTIVES : 98/37/EC (machinery) and 89/336/EEC (electromagnetic compatibility),

including amendments and is in conformity with the following standards: EN 292--2, EN

ISO 11806 and CISPR 12.

SMP,TheSwedish MachineryTestingInstitute, Fyrisborgsgatan3S--75450Uppsala,

Sweden, has carried out voluntary type approval. The certificate(s) are numbered:

SEC/04/1009.

Texarkana 03--09--03

Michael S. Bounds, Director

Product Safety and Standards

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

ODEL: TrimMac 280

ENGINE

Displacement, cm

Maximum engine power, measured in

accordance with ISO 8893, kW 0,7

ENGINE ROT ATIONAL SPEEDS

At maximum engine power, rpm 10000

Recommended maximum speed, rpm 8260

Recommended speed idling, rpm 3000

FUEL AND LUBRICATION SYSTEM

Fuel tank volume capacity, cm

325

Fuel consumption at maximum engine power,

measured in accordance with ISO 8893, g/h 399

Specified fuel consumption at max. engine power,

measured in accordance with ISO 8893, g/kWh 435

WEIGHT

Without cutting attachment or shield, empty tank, kg 5

CUTTING ATTACHMENT

Cutting head assembly, part number #530058831

NOISE LEVELS (Octave Band Analysis 100--10000hz1/3 Octave)

SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS in accordance with ISO/EN 11806

measured in accordance with EN 27917, dB(A) 95,6

SOUND POWER LEVELS in accordance with ISO/EN 11806

measured in accordance with ISO/EN 10884, dB(A) 105,7

VIBRATION LEVELS measured in accordance with ISO 7916

FRONT HANDLE

Idling, m/s

9,18

Racing, m/s

7,33

REAR HANDLE

Idling, m/s

20,1

Racing, m/s

10,1

YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION: 2004

MANUFACTURER’S ADDRESS: EOPI Italy

Via Como 72

Valmadrera, Lecco

ITALY I--23868

McCulloch TrimMac 280, 28cc User manual

Brand: McCulloch

Model: TrimMac 280, 28cc

Category: Grass trimmers

Type: User manual

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