12
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 Idle Speed 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. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Air filter dirty.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. 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
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.,
warrants to the original consumer 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 require 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 warranty does not
cover transportation costs.
In the event you have a claim under this
warranty, 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.
7349 Statesville Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
1--800--554--6723
