Weed Eater Edger 545186731 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
PE550  
WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e  
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-  
siones graves.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-  
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le  
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
WEED EATER  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
545186731 Rev. 4 3/15/09 BRW  
 
WARNING:  
Blade can throw objects violently.  
D You can be blinded or injured.  
D Wears safety glasses or similar eye  
protection.  
Safety  
Glasses  
Boots  
WARNING:  
Hazard zone for thrown objects.  
D Blade can throw objects violently.  
D Others can be blinded or injured.  
D Keep people and animals 50 feet (15 meters)  
away.  
Blade rotates  
momentarily  
after the  
Allow blade to stop  
before removing  
it from the cut.  
WARNING:  
Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is  
released.  
trigger is  
released.  
D The blade can seriously cut you or others.  
D Allow blade to stop before removing it from  
the cut.  
WARNING:  
Read instruction manual.  
D Follow all warnings and instructions.  
D Failure to do so can result in serious  
injury.  
Safety Labels  
Instruction Manual  
S Store unit andfuelin area where fuelvapors  
cannot reach sparks or open flames from  
water heaters, electric motors or switches,  
furnaces, etc.  
FUEL SAFETY  
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there  
are not sparks or flames.  
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
S Store unit so blade cannot accidentally  
cause injury.  
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or  
the unit; do not smoke while using the unit.  
S Make sure the unit is properly assembled  
and in good operating condition.  
S Store unit out of reach of children.  
If situations occur which are not covered in this  
manual, use care and good judgment. If you  
need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.  
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel  
spills before starting unit.  
WARNING: Theengine exhaust from  
this product contains chemicals known to the  
State of California to cause cancer, birth de-  
fects or other reproductive harm.  
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from  
fueling site before starting engine.  
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-  
moving fuel cap.  
S Do not store the unit with fuel in the fuel  
tank; use up fuel left in the carburetor and  
fuel line by starting the unit and letting it run  
until it stops.  
SPECIAL NOTICE:  
This unit is not  
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler  
and spark arresting screen which meets the  
requirements of California Codes 4442 and  
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of  
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New  
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by  
law that many internal combustion engines be  
equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you  
operatein alocalewhere such regulations ex-  
ist, you are legally responsible for installing  
and maintaining the operating condition of  
these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of  
the law. If a spark arresting screen is re-  
quired in your area, contact your authorized  
service dealer for the correct kit.  
S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-  
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames  
from water heaters, electric motors or  
switches, furnaces, etc.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.  
S Stop unit before leaving work area.  
S Allow unit to cool, run fuel out of the fuel  
tank, and secure the unit before storing or  
transporting it in a vehicle.  
S Before storing, use up fuel left in the carbu-  
retor by starting the unit and lettingit run un-  
til it stops. Always allow the unit to cool be-  
fore storage.  
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loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,  
discontinue the use of this tool and seek med-  
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  
closely their physical condition and the condi-  
tion of this tool.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-  
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-  
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or  
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and  
joints of people prone to circulation disorders  
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold  
weather has beenlinked to blood vessel dam-  
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms  
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of  
strength, change in skin color or texture, or  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
ASSEMBLY  
3. Thread one locknut onto each screw and  
tighten securely.  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly  
assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-  
aged parts.  
Handle tube  
Screws  
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts  
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554--6723.  
This instruction manual has been developed  
to help you assemble the unit and to provide  
its safe operation. It is important that you read  
the entire manual to become familiar with the  
unit before you begin assembly.  
Read your instruction manual.  
Tools you will need:  
S Adjustable wrench  
S Hex wrench (provided)  
TUBE ASSEMBLY  
NOTE: When performing the following step,  
be sure the handle is aligned as follows: label  
on top, throttle trigger to the operator’s right  
hand side. The starter rope and the throttle  
cable must not wrap around the tube.  
Lower  
Tube  
Starter Rope  
Locknuts  
NOTE: When performing the following step,  
be sure the starter rope is not caught under  
the cable clamp. The starter rope must hang  
freely to operate properly.  
4. Align the cable clamp between the tube  
screws. Install the cableclamp aroundthe  
tube and throttle cable.  
Label  
Throttle trigger  
Cable Clamp  
1. Assemble handle tube to the lower tube (it  
will be necessary to pull some of the start-  
er rope out of the housing).  
2. Align the screw holes; insert the screws  
through the aligned holes.  
Throttle cable  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR EDGER  
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR  
UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the vari-  
ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.  
Starter Rope Handle  
ON/OFF  
Fuel/Oil Mix Cap  
Switch  
Throttle Trigger  
Choke  
Depth  
Control  
Lever  
Spark Plug  
Air Filter  
Primer Bulb  
Muffler and  
Depth  
Guard  
Blade Guard  
Adjusting  
Skid  
Blade  
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.  
Once engine has started, move the choke lever  
to the OFF CHOKE position.  
ON/OFF SWITCH  
The ON/OFF switch is used to select the ON  
or OFF position.  
STARTER ROPE HANDLE  
The STARTER ROPE HANDLE is used for  
starting the engine.  
THROTTLE TRIGGER  
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine  
speed. It is designed to be activated by the  
right hand.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-  
buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.  
This allows you to start the engine with fewer  
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer bulb  
by pressing it and allowing it to return to its origi-  
nal form.  
BLADE  
The BLADE is designed to cut sod.  
DEPTH ADJUSTING SKID  
The DEPTH ADJUSTING SKID sets the  
depth of the cut.  
CHOKE  
DEPTH CONTROL LEVER  
The DEPTH CONTROL LEVER regulates  
the cutting depth. Move the lever backward  
for full depth edging, forward for half depth  
edging.  
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine  
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by  
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position. After the engine attempts to start, move  
of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic  
oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ra-  
tio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2  
fluid ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters)  
of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive  
oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine dam-  
age. When mixing fuel, follow instructions  
printed on container. Once oil is added to gaso-  
line, shake container momentarily to assure that  
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and  
follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fuel-  
ing your unit.  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you be-  
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,  
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
FUELING ENGINE  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in  
your unit. This will cause permanent engine  
damage and void the limited warranty.  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2-cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
FUEL REQUIREMENTS  
This engine requires the use of minimum 87  
octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.  
IMPORTANT  
This engine is certified tooperate on unleaded  
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be  
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-  
cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio  
Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or  
using ethanol or methanol) can cause major en-  
gine performance and durability problems.  
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Choke Lever  
WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gas-  
oline) such as E--15 (15% alcohol), E--20 (20%  
alcohol), E--85 (85% alcohol) are NOT classified  
as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in  
2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative  
fuels will cause problems such as: improper  
clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock,  
power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration  
of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor  
components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high  
moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture  
leading to oil and fuel separation.  
FULL  
HALF  
OFF  
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE  
S To stop a running engine, move the switch  
to the OFF position.  
S If engine does not stop, move choke lever  
to FULL CHOKE position.  
Primer bulb  
ON/OFF Switch  
4. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.  
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until  
the engine runs smoothly.  
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-  
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do  
not pull rope more than 6 times.  
STARTING YOUR ENGINE  
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying  
to start, move choke lever to the HALF  
CHOKE position.  
(for location of controls, refer to the KNOW  
YOUR EDGER section)  
S Fuel the engine; then move 10 feet (3 me-  
ters) away from the fueling site.  
7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
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 the  
primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the  
throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2  
more times. Move the choke lever to the  
HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter  
rope until the engine runs, but no more than  
6 pulls. NOTE: If engine still doesn’t start, it  
is probably flooded. Proceed to STARTING  
A FLOODED ENGINE.  
DANGER: The cutting blade will  
turn when the engine starts.  
WARNING: Avoid any contact with  
the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious  
burns.  
S Rest the unit on the ground. Support the  
unit so the blade is off of the ground and  
away from trees, bushes, onlookers, etc.  
8. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 se-  
conds, then move the choke lever to OFF  
CHOKE. Allow the unit to run for 30 more  
seconds at OFF CHOKE before releasing  
the throttle trigger. NOTE: If engine dies  
with the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE  
position, move the choke lever to the HALF  
CHOKE position and pull the rope until en-  
gine runs, but no more than 6 pulls.  
STARTING  
POSITION  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON posi-  
tion.  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1-800-554 -6723.  
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.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel)  
4. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 5 pulls.  
5. Allow engine to run 10 seconds, then  
move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE  
position. Release the throttle trigger.  
1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON posi-  
tion.  
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter  
rope 5more pulls. If engine still does not run, it  
is probably flooded. Proceedto STARTING A  
FLOODED ENGINE.  
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
3. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position.  
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STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
Flooded engines can be started by placing  
the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position;  
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex-  
cess fuel. This could requirepulling thestarter  
handle many times depending on how badly  
the unit is flooded.  
SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH  
WARNING: Never attempt to adjust  
the depth adjusting skid when the engine is  
running. Always release the throttle trigger,  
wait until the blade stops turning, move the  
ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, and dis-  
connect spark plug before making adjust-  
ments. Your edger is equipped with several  
edging depths. The depth used will depend  
on your personal edging preference and the  
condition of the area where the edging opera-  
tion is to be done.  
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
EDGING  
As you become familiar with your edger, you  
will be able to determine your own operating  
pace. Conditions such as depth of cut and  
material being cut will regulate the speed and  
time required for your edging job.  
NOTE: If the area to be edged has never  
been cut or several weeks have passedsince  
the last cut, the first edging should be done at  
no more than half depth.  
To set the depth:  
S Allow the engine to warm up for one minute  
before you begin edging.  
S Move the depth control lever forward for  
shallower edging.  
S Increase the engine speed before placing  
the blade in the cut. For best operation, run  
the engine at full throttle while cutting.  
S Keep your edging path straight by aligning  
the blade guide rib on the rear of the blade  
guard with the edge of the sidewalk. Keep  
all wheels flat on the walkway.  
S Move the depth control lever backward for  
deeper edging.  
Depth Control Lever  
Depth  
Adjusting  
Skid  
Blade  
Guide Rib  
Support Arm  
When edging, the trigger handle must be  
raised until the skid rests on the ground. The  
trigger handle must be held in the raised posi-  
tion during the entire edging operation to  
maintain a consistent edging depth.  
DEPTH ADJUSTING SKID  
S Always work going away from people and  
solid objects such as walls, large stones,  
trees, automobiles, etc.  
S Be careful when edging near trees or valu-  
able plants. The high speed metal blade  
may cut roots and cause damage to the  
plants.  
S If the blade stalls, immediately move the  
unit rearward slightly to allow the blade to  
restart. If the blade continues to stall, stop  
the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and  
inspect for blockage or damage.  
S Always keepthe bladearea clean. Stop the  
engine, make sure the blade has complete-  
ly stopped turning, and disconnect the  
spark plug before cleaning.  
The surface of the depth adjusting skid will  
wear over aperiod of time. This part is revers-  
ible to provide a second wear surface.  
1. Remove the two mounting screws which  
hold the skid to the support arm.  
2. Rotate the skid 180 degrees.  
3. Reinstall the mounting screws.  
EDGING TIPS  
S Inspect unit before each use.  
S Inspect the area to be cut before each use.  
S Keep unit in front of your body.  
S Cut at full throttle.  
S Keep the wheels and skid in contact with  
the ground.  
S Always work going away from others.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Always clean your air filter after 5 tanks of fuel  
or 5 hours of operation, whichever comes  
first. Clean more frequently in dusty condi-  
tions. It is advisable to replace your air filter  
with a new one after every 50 hours of opera-  
tion, or annually, whichever comes first.  
To clean filter:  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
HELPFUL TIP  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
repairs other than the rec-  
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 the two screws and the air filter  
cover from the engine.  
ommended maintenance  
described in the instruction  
manual performed by an  
authorized service dealer.  
3. Remove air filter.  
If any dealer other than an authorized  
service dealer performs work on the  
product, WEED EATER may not pay for  
repairs under warranty. It is your re-  
sponsibility to maintain and perform  
general maintenance.  
NOTE: Do not clean the air filter with gaso-  
line or other flammable solvent to avoid creat-  
ing a fire hazard or producing harmful evapo-  
rative emissions.  
4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water.  
Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry com-  
pletely before reinstalling.  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
The warranty on this unit does not cover items  
that have been subjected to operator abuse  
or negligence. To receive full value from the  
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as  
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-  
ments will need to be made periodically to  
properly maintain your unit.  
S Once each year, replace the spark plug, re-  
place air filter element and check blade for  
wear. A new spark plug and a clean/new air  
filter element assures proper air/fuel mix-  
ture and helps your engine run better and  
last longer.  
5. Lightly oil air filter before installing to im-  
prove the efficiency of the air filter. Use  
2--cycle engine oil or motor oil (SAE 30).  
NOTE: Do not soak air filter in oil.  
6. Squeeze the air filter to distribute oil and to  
remove any excess oil.  
7. Reinstall air filter in housing.  
CAUTION: Make sure air filter is fitted in to  
the corners of the housing to prevent air from  
bypassing the filter and to keep dust from en-  
tering engine and causing damage.  
8. Reinstall air filter cover.  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
Air Filter  
Cover  
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 and assure the engine  
stops; then restart engine and continue.  
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of edger if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Blade Guard -- Discontinue use of edger if  
blade guard is damaged.  
Cover  
Screws  
BLADE MAINTENANCE  
WARNING: The blade will continue  
to spin after the engine stops or after the  
throttle trigger has been released. Make sure  
the blade has stopped coasting and discon-  
nect the spark plugbefore performing work on  
the blade.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Blade nut  
S Muffler  
S Cylinder shield  
S Clutch  
S Throttle trigger  
S Handle screws  
S Fasteners  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
when handling or performing maintenance on  
the blade to help avoid injury.  
Always replace a blade that is bent, warped,  
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other  
way. Never attempt to straighten and reuse a  
damaged blade. Use only specified replace-  
ment blade.  
S The blade is reversible. When the cutting  
edge on one side becomes worn, turn the  
blade over.  
S Check blade for flatness periodically. Lay  
the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flat-  
ness. Throw away a blade that is not flat.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LA-  
BELS  
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 the life and perfor-  
mance of the engine and increases fuel con-  
sumption and harmful emissions.  
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REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
Spark Plug Boot  
The spark plug should be replaced each year  
to ensure the engine starts easier and runs  
better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inches.  
Ignition timing is fixed, nonadjustable.  
1. Twist then pull off the spark plug boot.  
2. Remove and discard the spark plug.  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ--6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a wrench.  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
Spark Plug  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-  
BLADE REPLACEMENT  
leased.  
1. To remove the blade, insert a screwdriver  
into one of the holes in the gearbox; then,  
remove the blade nut by turning clockwise.  
S The blade spins at idle.  
Keep others away when making idle speed  
adjustments. Remove the blade before mak-  
ing carburetor idle speed adjustments. Donot  
make adjustments from the blade side of the  
unit. Recheck the idle speed after each ad-  
justment. The blade must not spin at idle  
speed to avoid serious injury to the operator  
or others. Make adjustments with the unit  
supported so the blade is off the ground and  
will not make contact with any object. Hold  
the unit by hand while running and making ad-  
justments. Keep all parts of your body away  
from the blade and muffler.  
Gearbox holes  
To adjust idle speed:  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without the blade shaft spinning (idle too  
fast) or engine stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-  
crease enginespeed if enginestalls or dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed if the blade shaft  
spins at idle speed.  
Blade  
2. Remove the washer and blade from the  
blade shaft.  
3. Align the flat areaof the blade opening with  
the flat side of the shaft. Place the new  
blade on the shaft.  
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed  
after each adjustment. The blade shaft must  
not spin at idle speedto avoid serious injury to  
the operator or others.  
Nut  
Hole  
TO REMOVE  
Flat sides  
Washer  
4. Install the washer and nut; turn nut coun-  
terclockwise on the blade shaft.  
5. Bind blade by inserting a screwdriver into  
one of the holes in the gearbox; then, firmly  
tighten nut with a wrench.  
CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED  
ADJUSTMENT  
WARNING: Keep others away when  
making idle speed adjustments. The blade  
shaft will be spinning during most of this pro-  
cedure. Wear your protective equipment and  
observe all safety precautions. After making  
adjustments, the blade shaft must not spin at  
idle speed.  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustments may benecessary if you  
notice any of the following conditions:  
Idle Speed  
Adjustment  
Screw  
If you require further assistanceor are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact an  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
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STORAGE  
HELPFUL TIP  
WARNING: Perform the following  
During storage of your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting.  
We recommend that you  
shake the gas can weekly  
to insure proper blending of  
the gas and oil.  
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 Store unit with all guards in place. Position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury.  
ENGINE  
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of  
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through  
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the  
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.  
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-  
mended type and heat range.  
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of  
children.  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if  
it will not be used for 30 days or more.  
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:  
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor-  
age.  
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 fresh fuel having the proper gasolineto  
oil ratio.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-  
TION section of this manual, see messagela-  
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-  
sohol in your engine.  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits  
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline  
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-  
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer  
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after  
adding stabilizer.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performingall of the  
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start or will run  
only a few  
seconds after  
starting.  
1.ON/OFF switch in OFF 1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON  
position.  
position.  
2. Engine flooded.  
2. See “Difficult Starting” in  
Operation Section.  
3. Fuel tank empty.  
4. Spark plug not firing.  
5. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
3. Install new spark plug.  
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
6.Compression low.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
1. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
1. See “Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment”  
in Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Compression low.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Clean or replace plug  
and regap.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build up.  
5. Compression low.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine  
1. Choke partially on.  
1. Adjust choke.  
smokes  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect. 2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
excessively.  
3. Air filter dirty.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Clean or replace air filter.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect. 1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. Replace with correct plug.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Carbon build-up.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Blade turns at  
idle speed.  
1. Carburetor requires  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
adjustment.  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Throttle cable binding. 2. Replace or repair throttle cable.  
3. Clutch requires repair. 3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Check gearbox.  
Blade stops un-  
der a load or  
does not turn  
when engine is  
accelerated.  
1. Blade not engaged.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
2. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Clutch requires repair.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Con-  
In Canada, contact:  
sumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants  
to the original consumer purchaser that each  
new WEED EATER brand gasoline tool or at-  
tachment is free from defects in material and  
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace  
under this warranty any defective gasoline  
product or attachment as follows from the orig-  
inal date of purchase.  
WEED EATER  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
Giving the model number, serial number and  
date of purchase of your product and the name  
and address of the authorized dealer from  
whom it was purchased.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH-  
ER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO  
STATE.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-  
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-  
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-  
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIM-  
ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY  
TO YOU.  
This is a limited warranty within the meaning of  
that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act  
of 1975.  
The policy of WEED EATER is to continuous-  
ly improve its products. Therefore, WEED  
EATER reserves the right to change, modify,  
or discontinue models, designs, specifica-  
tions, and accessories of all products at any  
time without notice or obligation to any pur-  
chaser.  
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
90 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income producing  
purposes.  
30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or  
the use of accessories and/or attachments not  
specifically recommended by WEED EATER  
for this tool. This warranty does not cover  
tune-up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, or  
blades that will wear and require replacement  
with reasonable use during the warranty peri-  
od. This warranty does not cover pre-delivery  
setup or normal adjustments explained in the in-  
struction manual. This warranty does not cover  
transportation costs.  
In the event you have a claim under this warran-  
ty, you must return the product to an authorized  
service dealer.  
Should you have any unanswered questions  
concerning this warranty, please contact:  
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna  
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
1--800--554--6723  
U.S. EPA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-  
LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental  
Protection Agency, Environment Canada and  
WEED EATER are pleased to explain the  
emissions control system warranty on your  
year 2009 and later small off--road engine.  
WEED EATER must warrant the emission  
control system on your small off--road engine  
for the periods of time listed below provided  
there has been no abuse, neglect, or improp-  
er maintenance of your small off--roadengine.  
Your emission control system includes parts  
such as the carburetor, the ignition system  
and the fuel tank. Where a warrantable condi-  
tion exists, WEED EATER will repair your  
small off--road engine at no cost to you. Ex-  
penses covered under warranty include diag-  
nosis, parts and labor. MANUFACTURER’S  
WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emissions  
related part on your engine (as listed under  
Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is de-  
fective or a defect in the materials or work-  
manship of the engine causes the failure of  
such an emission related part, the part will be  
repaired or replaced by WEED EATER.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-  
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner,  
you are responsible for the performance of  
the required maintenance listed in your in-  
struction manual. WEED EATER recom-  
mends that you retain all receipts covering  
maintenance on your small off--road engine,  
but WEED EATER cannot deny warranty  
solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure  
to ensure the performance of all scheduled  
maintenance. As the small off--road engine  
owner, you should be aware that WEED EAT-  
ER may deny you warranty coverage if your  
small off--road engine or a part of it has failed  
due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-  
nance, unapproved modifications, or the use  
of parts not made or approved by the original  
equipment manufacturer. You are responsi-  
ble for presenting your small off--road engine  
to an WEED EATER authorized repair center  
as soon as aproblemexists. Warranty repairs  
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should be completed in a reasonable amount  
of time, not toexceed 30days. If you haveany  
questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact your  
nearest authorizedservicecenter, call WEED  
EATER at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail  
correspondence to emission.warranty@  
HCOP--emission.com.  
WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE:  
The warranty period begins on the date the  
small off--road engine is purchased.  
LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This warranty  
shall be for a period of two years from the ini-  
tial date of purchase. WHAT IS COVERED:  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.  
Repair or replacement of any warranted part  
will be performed at no charge to the owner at  
an approved WEED EATER servicing center.  
If you have any questions regarding your war-  
ranty rights and responsibilities, you should  
contact your nearest authorized service cen-  
ter, call WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723,  
or send e-mail correspondence to emission.  
warranty@HCOP--emission.com.  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: WEED  
EATER may be liable for damages to other en-  
gine components caused by the failure of a war-  
ranted part still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT  
COVERED: All failures caused by abuse, ne-  
glect, or improper maintenance are not cov-  
ered. ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The  
use of add--on or modified parts can be  
grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.  
WEED EATER is not liable to cover failures of  
warranted parts caused by the use of add--on  
or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If  
you have any questions regarding your war-  
ranty rights and responsibilities, you should  
contact your nearest authorized service cen-  
ter, call WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723,  
or send e-mail correspondence to emission.  
warranty@HCOP--emission.com.  
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:  
Warranty services or repairs shall be pro-  
vided at all WEED EATER service centers.  
Call: 1--800--554--6723 or send e-mail corre-  
spondence to emission.warranty@HCOP--  
emission.com.  
MAINTENANCE,  
RE-  
WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part  
which is not scheduled for replacement as re-  
quired maintenance, or which is scheduled  
only for regular inspection to the effect of “re-  
pair or replace as necessary” shall be war-  
ranted for 2 years. Any warranted part which  
is scheduled for replacement as required  
maintenance shallbe warranted for the period  
of time up to the first scheduled replacement  
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner  
shall not be charged for diagnostic labor  
which leads to the determination that a war-  
ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work  
is performed at an approved WEED EATER  
servicing center.  
PLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION  
RELATED PARTS: Any WEED EATER ap-  
proved replacement part used in the perfor-  
mance of any warranty maintenance or repair  
on emission related parts will be provided  
without charge tothe owner if thepart is under  
warranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRAN-  
TY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (cov-  
ered up to maintenance schedule), ignition  
system: spark plug (covered up to mainte-  
nance schedule), ignition module, muffler in-  
cluding catalyst (if equipped), fuel tank.  
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:The owner is  
responsible for the performance of all re-  
quired maintenance as defined in the instruc-  
tion manual.  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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