OPERATOR’S MANUAL Expand-it™ Straight Shaft Trimmer Attachment UT15522F Your Expand-it™ Straight Shaft Trimmer Attachment has been engineered and manufactured to a high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying an Expand-it™ Product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................... 2 General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................................... 3 Specific Safety Rules ..............................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire or disconnect from power supply before making any adjustments or repairs except for carburetor adjustments. WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Inspect unit before each use for loose fasteners and damaged or missing parts. Correct before using the trimmer attachment.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with the string head located over 30 in. or more above the ground. Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Be sure the string head is properly installed and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious injury. Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting line .
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS String Cutting Width ........................................................................................................................................................18 in. String Diameter ........................................................................................................................................................... .080 in. Weight ................................................................................................................
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the items from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool. If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-242-4672 for assistance.
ASSEMBLY Insert the tab on the mounting bracket in the slot on the grass deflector. WING SCREW � Align the screw hole in the mounting bracket with the screw hole in the grass deflector. STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR � Insert the wing screw through the mounting bracket and into the grass deflector. � Tighten the screw securely. TAB SLOT Fig. 3 OPERATION NOTE: The line trimming cut-off blade on the grass deflector will cut the line to the correct length.
OPERATION Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation. Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height. Cut tall grass from the top down. This will prevent grass from wrapping around the shaft housing and string head which could cause damage from overheating.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. SPOOL RETAINER WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during tool operation. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. Fig. 7 SPRING WARNING: SLOTS Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug.
MAINTENANCE STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 9 - 11. � Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire or disconnect from the power supply. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer. Turn clockwise. SPOOL SPRING ARROWS ON SPOOL � Remove the spool from the string head. NOTE: Keep the spring attached to the spool. Remove any old string remaining on the spool. ANCHOR HOLE � Cut two pieces of string, each being approximately 9 ft. long.
EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST 16 15 17 11 9 14 13 8 18 7 12 10 6 5 4 1 3 2 Key No. 1 Part Number 000998251 2 308042003 Spool Retainer Assembly (L.H. Thread) ........................................ 1 3 308044002 Spool & String Assembly (0.080 in. White String)......................... 1 4 678022001 Compression Spring ............................ 1 5 678019002 6 Key No. 11 Part Number 638125001 12 308473001 Grass Deflector Assembly (includes key no. 13) .........................
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT In addition, this warranty does not cover: A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor Adjustments, Ignition, Filters B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades, Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bags and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL Expand-it™ Straight Shaft Trimmer Attachment UT15522F SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest Expand-it™ authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-800-242-4672 or visit us online at www.homelite.com. REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing.
