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MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

Disconnect the spark

plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.

CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS

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Spark Plug Boot

S

Air Filter

S

Housing Screws

S

Assist Handle Screws

S

Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.

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ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing and
releasing the switch. Make sure engine
stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart
engine and continue.

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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.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS

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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.

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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:

To avoid creating a fire hazard or

producing harmful evaporative emissions, do
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable
solvent.
3.

Wash the filter in soap and water.

4.

Allow filter to dry.

5.

Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze
the filter to distribute oil.

6.

Replace parts.

Air Filter Cover

Air Filter

Screws

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is
fixed and nonadjustable.
1.

Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2.

Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.

3.

Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench.

4.

Reinstall the spark plug boot.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

LINE REPLACEMENT

1.

Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap
button.

2.

Clean entire surface of hub and spool.

3.

Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two
lengths of

12-1/2

feet of 0.080

!

(2 mm) di-

ameter

Weed Eater

r

brand line.

WARNING:

Never use wire, rope,

string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
4.

Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small holes on the inside of
spool.

Small
Holes

Spool

Hub

Line in Notch

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.

Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3
to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.

7.

Insert the lines into the the exit holes in
the hub as shown in the illustration.

8.

Align the notches with the line exit holes.

9.

Push spool into hub until it snaps into
place.

10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub

to release the lines from the notches.

Summary of Contents for 530163512

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Page 2: ...hing 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 are tired ill upset or under the influence of al cohol drugs or medication Watch what you are doing use common sense S Wear hearing protection S Nev...

Page 3: ... regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi tion of this tool SPECIAL NOTICE This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the require ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443 All U S forest land and the states of California Idaho Maine Minnesota New Jersey Ore gon and Washington require by law that many internal comb...

Page 4: ... certified to operate 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 of 40 1 Poulan Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is recommended Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40 1 A 40 1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3 2 ounces 95 ml of oil with 1 gallon 4 liters of unleaded gasoline DO NOT USE automotive...

Page 5: ...e ver in the OFF CHOKE position move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1 Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position 2 Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until the en gine runs smoothly 3 Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 5 pulls 4 Allo...

Page 6: ...y not crowding the line into the cutting area The right and wrong ways are shown below Tip of the Line Does The Cutting Right Wrong Line Crowded Into Work Area S The line will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls fences trees and flower beds but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences To help avoid damage especially to delicate vegetation or trees with tender ...

Page 7: ...n gasoline or other flammable solvent 3 Wash the filter in soap and water 4 Allow filter to dry 5 Add a few drops of oil to the filter squeeze the filter to distribute oil 6 Replace parts Air Filter Cover Air Filter Screws REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better Set spark plug gap at 0 025 inch Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustabl...

Page 8: ... 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 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 th...

Page 9: ...sion low 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 fue...

Page 10: ...been no abuse neglect or improper mainte nance of your small off road engine Your emis sion control system includes parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system Where a warrantable condition exists ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS INC will repair yoursmall off road engine at no cost to you Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WAR RANTY COVERAGE If any em...

Page 11: ...ailures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on ormodified parts HOW TOFILE A CLAIM If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call ELECTROLUX HOME PROD UCTS INC at 1 800 554 6723 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty ser vices or repairs shall be provided at all ELEC TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS INC se...

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