9
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
1. Engine flooded.
2. Fuel tank empty.
3. Spark plug not firing.
4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
5. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” 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 on
muffler outlet screen.
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 on
muffler outlet screen.
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation
section.
2. Replace with correct spark 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
LIMITED WARRANTY
WEED EATER
, a division of Husqvarna Out-
door Products Inc., warrants to the original con-
sumer purchaser that each new
WEED EATER
brand gasoline tool or attachment 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 original date of purchase.
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, cutting
line, or rotating head parts that will wear and re-
quire replacement with reasonable use during
the warranty period. This warranty does not
cover pre--delivery setup or normal adjustments
explained in the instruction manual. This war-
ranty 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 Outdoor Products Inc.
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
1--800--554--6723
