Little Wonder Line Trimmer User's Manual
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1. PART 331186 331187 331146 331188 331189 331190 SAL 331192 gt 331194 OS 331196 331197 331198 331560 331525 331526 331527 331199 331200 DZO 331202 QTY KEY 25 24 25 26 2 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 DESCRIPTION RATCHET SPRING PLATE SPOOL HOLDER CENTRE INSERT GUARD ASS Y WITH CLAMPING PLATE CLAMPING PLATE SCREW M5X16 LOCK WASHER NUT M5 CUTTING BLADE SCREW M5X16 INTERNAL SHAFT 628X7MM SPACER INTERNAL SHAFT ADAPTER OUTER SHAFT 024X623MM WARNING LABEL LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER BUSHING PROTECTIVE SLEEVE PART 331203 331204 331205 331206 331207 331306 331210 331528 S Ap 331530 331211 331531 PLII 331213 331214 331215 MIO 331532 331533 331294 gt 23 QTY n2 Wo Wo LL O N EN 10 MANTIS extends this limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the warranty period This warranty covers all portions of the Mantis E System Line Trimmer MANTIS will repair or replace at 1ts option any part or parts of the product proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal usage during the warranty period Warranty repairs and replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor All parts replaced under warranty will be considered as part of the original product and any warr2. Securing the extension cord Bend the extension cord about 40 cm from the plug end Push that bend through the oblong opening then loop the bend under the cord retaining clips as shown This will prevent the extension cord from detaching from the line trimmer plug Locate and open sealed bag with 3 screws 3 split washers clamp plate 72 and L pin Picture 1 Remove plastic tube and gear case cover Z4 from the threaded shaft Place plastic guard over the gear case flange and place clamp plate 2 over the plastic guard Align holes and attach it with three screws to the trimmer attachment assembly Picture 3 C Line Trimmer E System Picture 1 Picture 5 Picture 6 Place gear case cover Z4 onto the gear shaft Picture 4 Lock the gear shaft by inserting the supplied pin through the slot in the plastic guard and into the aligned openings in the gear case cover and gear case Picture 5 Screw in the spool holder with the spool to the gear shaft by turning it counter clockwise Picture 6 Hand tighten it securely and remove pin Picture 7 Picture 3 Picture 4 Picture 7 No tools are required to attach the Line Trimmer to the power head assembly I Pull the spring pin up on the adapter of the power head shaft assembly Picture 8 Carefully fit the line trimmer drive shaft into the adapter making sure that the male spline of the inner drive shaft engages into
3. result if you try to use this machine with only one hand or with an insecure grip inspect the area where equipment is to be used and removed all objects which can be thrown by the machine 29 30 31 32 SE 34 35 keep area clear of children pets and bystanders inspect your unit before each use and ensure that all handles guards and fasteners are secure operating and in place Be sure that all electrical cords are not damaged or broken maintain and examine your attachments with care Follow maintenance instructions given in manual attempt to repair any part of the extended reach E System Have repairs made by a qualified repairman See that only original Mantis parts are used Maintain a firm footing and good balance do not overreach while trimming Before you start to trim check the work area for obstacles that might cause you to lose your footing balance or control of the machine While operating the machine always be sure of a safe and secure operating position and be sure of your footing on slopes A A Always disconnect power cord from power source a Before cleaning blockages b Before checking cleaning or working on the cutting portion of the unit c After striking a foreign object inspect the cutting part for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the unit d If machine starts to vibrate abnormally check immediately e Whenever you leave the unit
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5. the female spline socket of the power head With both hands on the handles push lockout trigger button with your thumb first and then squeeze trigger Picture 12 shaft Picture 9 3 When the drive shaft is properly aligned the spring pin will drop into the hole on the shaft of the line trimmer attachment Picture 10 A click should be heard when completed 4 Insure two shaft parts are fully engaged by twisting them Full engagement will prevent shaft rotation 5 Secure assembly by tightening the knob Picture 11 6 Unit handles can be re adjusted to the operator s preference by simply loosening the screws and sliding the handles up or down the shaft En 7 M AN M Picture 10 Picture 11 Check the balance of the assembled unit The handles and shoulder harness have been assembled at the factory and set Lockout Trigger Button Trigger 2 Always remember that the tip of the line does the cutting You will not get better results by moving line deeply into the cutting area 3 Hold the cutting head of the unit off the ground and use a sweeping left to right motion Try to control cutting motion with the hip rather than placing the full workload on the arm and hands 4 The rate of the cutting motion depends on the material being cut heavy growth will require slower action 5 Take precautions to avoid wire or dry long stem plant material from wrapping around the cutting head shaf
6. LE v nis Line Trimmer E System Debroussailleuse E System E System Fadentrimmer Owners manual and safety instructions Manuel d utilisation et consignes de s curit Benutzerhandbuch und Sicherheitshinweise Introduction 1 Special safety information I Safety laDEIS A 2 General safety rules 3 This attachment is fitted with flexible string intended to be used to cut weeds grass or similar soft vegetation MODEL SHAFT TOTAL LENGTH WEIGHT l Line trimmer attachment assembly Plastic guard with knife Spool holder pr 9 Spool with flexible string If you have questions about any topic in this manual contact your local authorised Mantis dealer READ AND Please pay particular attention to the warning and information UNDERSTAND labels found on various parts of this line trimmer attachment OPER ATOR S MANUAL unit They are an important part of the safety system These BEFORE USING KEEP labels must be replaced in time due to abrasion etc It is your IN SAFE PLACE responsibility to replace the labels when they become hard to read The location of these labels and their part numbers for ordering are shown below A A WARNING WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION WARNING WEAR SLIP RESISTANT FOOTWEAR MAINTAIN FOOTING AND BALANCE AT ALL TIMES DO NOT STAND ON SLIPPERY UNEVEN OR UNSTABLE SURFACES DO N
7. OT WORK IN ODD POSITIONS OR ON LADDER DO NOT OVER REACH KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE DANGER ZONE SURROUNDING THE OPERATOR ONLY THE OPERATOR SHOULD BE IN THE DANGER ZONE Vie N 330104 Y ER y SR THROWN OBJECTS 15m E 50 P N 331179 Never lean over the rotating cutting head Rocks or other debris could be thrown into eyes and face and cause serious personal injury A A Pay particular attention to all sections regarding safety Read and understand all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of equipment 1 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries 2 Consider work area environment Do not expose power tools to rain Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations Keep work area well lit Do not use power tools where there is risk of fire or explosion 3 Guard against electric shock Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces e g pipes radiators stoves ovens refrigerators 4 Keep children away Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord All visitors should be kept away from area Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator 5 Store idle tools When not in use tools should be stored in a dry high or locked up place out of reach of children 6 Do not force the tool It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
8. anty on the replaced parts will expire coincident with the original product warranty In the event of a defect or malfunction the purchaser must send the product postage paid to Mantis 2800 Turnpike Dr Suite 1 2800 Commerce Center Hatboro PA 19040 MANTIS assumes no responsibility in the event that the product was assembled or used in noncompliance with any assembly care safety or operating instructions contained in the Owner s Manual was not used with reasonable care or was misused used for other than normal or intended purposes This warranty does not extend to parts affected or damaged by normal wear and tear MANTIS MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS EXCEPT THOSE CONTAINED HEREIN THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANT Y INCLUDING MERCHANTABILTY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY MANTIS DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT AND OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND OR DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THAT ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE Specifications descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication but are subject to change without
9. ers Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting spanners are removed from the tool before turning it on Avoid unintentional starting Do not carry a plugged in tool with a finger on the switch trigger Ensure switch is off when plugging in Use outdoor extension leads When tool is used outdoors use only extension cords intended for outdoor use Important extension cord information a Make sure the extension cords are in good condition before use b Based on the total length of cord that you are going to use check the chart to make sure the cord meets the correct minimum cord gauge AWG requirements Using an undersized cord or a larger number cord gauge AWG than recommended in the chart will cause a loss in power and overheating of the unit Using a smaller number cord gauge AWG than recommended in the chart is acceptable minimum cord gauge AWG Length metres 3 to 7 8 7 9 to 15 5 15 6 to 30 6 30 7 to 45 7 17 Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate tool when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 26 21 28 Check damaged parts Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that 1s damaged should be carefully checked to determine that 1t will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts free running of mo
10. es 17 and 18 7 Align bosses of the drive with the grooves in the spool and push it in place 8 Pull both lines until they come free from the slots in the spool 9 Hold drum and turn spool counter clockwise until it stops Picture 19 Picture 19 Picture 18 Picture 14 de Ki lt es u 3 Picture 16 Area Maintenance procedure Frequency Spline male female connection of the inner drive shaft Inspect lubricate Remove centre screw and loosen up other two as shown on the diagram left Pull the shaft from the gear housing 20 25 hrs Pull and clean internal shaft Lubricate Re install the drive shaft Gear case Inspect clean debris Remove plug and check level of grease 45 50 hrs Add grease Do not overfill Use EP2 lithium grease Before each use Replace if something is wrong Screws nuts Not adjusting bolts screws Time intervals shown are maximum Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance KEY NO Oo 1 OV a A o N EE VD NO NO Ra LL m bech oL 22 ee e D e O OD Won ON Aa A WO Na O DESCRIPTION GEAR CASE ASS Y GEAR CASE BEARING 609 GEAR MAIN GEAR HOUSING SHAFT BEARING 6201 SNAP RING SEAL GEAR CASE COVER PINION BEARING 61900 BEARING 61900Z SNAP RING SNAP RING SCREW W WASHERS M5X12 SCREW W WASHERS M5X30 SCREW M8X12 WASHER CUTTING HEAD 4 INCH TRIMMER LINE SPOOL SPOOL LOCKING PART
11. t This can stall the head If repeated frequently this can cause damage of the unit Operator can increase the length of the line when it becomes short without stopping the engine In order to do this you have to lightly tap the head of the string trimmer on the bear ground or hard soil while running the engine at full throttle 1 Clean 2 Lubricate for rust prevention 3 Store indoors according to the average size person This can be adjusted to the operator s preference by simply loosening the screws and sliding handles up or down the shaft Re tighten the screws 7 N GAS Picture 13 Replacement spools can be ordered through your Mantis dealer 1 For safety reasons 2 For replacement use 0 095 inch 2 5 mm diametre line The spool is capable to hold approximately 6 m long line 3 Hold spool holder and remove spool by turning it clockwise until it stops Pull the spool and remove old line 4 Puteach end of the new line through the holes in the spool and pull it until one end is approx 15 cm longer then the other Pictures 13 and 14 5 Hold the spool so the opening is facing you and wind up the line tightly and evenly turning the spool in the clockwise direction separating both line halves by finger as shown below Pictures 15 and 16 6 Insert line into the slots in the spool and leave approx 15 20 cm in of line unwind then put the ends through the eyelets on the spool holder Pictur
12. ving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service centre unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual Have defective switches replaced by an authorised service facility Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off operate the machine with a damaged or excessively worn cutting device A A The use of any accessory or attachment other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury Have your tool repaired by a qualified person This electric tool conforms to relevant safety requirements Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property Work only in daylight or in good artificial light Keep all guards attached at all times when unit is operated Always use the shoulder strap Adjust the strap for comfort before starting the engine Secure unit during transport to prevent damage or injury Always be aware of overhead power lines keep a firm grip on both handles when motor is running one hand grasps the front loop handle while the other hand grasps the rear handle Severe injuries can
13. was intended Walk never run 7 Use the right tool Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool Do not use tools for purposes not intended for example do not use chain saw attachment to cut tree limbs or logs 8 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be caught in moving parts Long trousers non slip gloves and sturdy work shoes with non skid soles are recommended when working outdoors Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair 9 Use protective equipment To avoid injury wear ear eye protection face or dust mask if the operation is dusty To avoid injury from falling branches wear helmet Eye protection must meet applicable CE requirements 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Do not abuse the cord Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the socket Keep the cord away from heat oil and sharp edges Maintain tool with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories Inspect tool cord periodically and 1f damaged have it repaired by an authorised service facility Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease Disconnect tools When not in use before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades bits and cutters Remove adjusting keys and spann
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