Weed Eater 545117552 Instruction Manual Download Page 11

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TROUBLE

CAUSE

REMEDY

Engine will not

start or will run

only a few

seconds after

starting.

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.Compression low.

1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON

position.

2. See “Difficult Starting” in

Operation Section.

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.

5. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine will

not idle

properly.

1. Carburetor requires

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.

5. Compression 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 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. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

4. Carbon build-up.

1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation

section.

2. Replace with correct plug.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

4. Contact an authorized service dealer.

WARNING:

Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the

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

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Blade turns at

idle speed.

1. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

2. Throttle cable binding.

3. Clutch requires repair.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Replace or repair throttle cable.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Blade stops un-

der a load or

does not turn

when engine is

accelerated.

1. Blade not engaged.

2. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

3. Clutch requires repair.

1. Check gearbox.

2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Summary of Contents for 545117552

Page 1: ...RTISSEMENT Lire le manuel d instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse ments et toutes les instructions de s curit Tout d faut de le faire pourrait entra ner des blessures graves Instruction Ma...

Page 2: ...ward bystanders nor allow anyone near the area of operation Use care in directing dis charge to avoid glass enclosures automo biles and the like S Don t overreach or stand on unstable sup port Keep go...

Page 3: ...aces 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 tra...

Page 4: ...ntire 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 th...

Page 5: ...ve the lever backward for full depth edging forward for half depth edging BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you be gin If you do not unders...

Page 6: ...r 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...

Page 7: ...depth S Move the depth control lever forward for shallower edging S Move the depth control lever backward for deeper edging Support Arm Depth Adjusting Skid Depth Control Lever When edging the trigger...

Page 8: ...ater Air dry com pletely before reinstalling 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 fil...

Page 9: ...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 R...

Page 10: ...in your engine 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 Fo...

Page 11: ...ized 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...

Page 12: ...cost to you Expenses cov ered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE If any emissions related part on your engine as listed under Emissions Control Warranty...

Page 13: ...esponsibili ties youshould contactyour nearestauthorized service center or call Poulan WEED EATER at 1 800 554 6723 WHERE TO GET WAR RANTY SERVICE Warranty services or re pairs shall be provided at al...

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