Snapper Comprehensive Maintenance Guide for Your Trimmer

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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 in. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.

1.Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2.Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard.

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

4.Reinstall the spark plug boot.

REPLACING THE LINE

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 12-1/2feet of 0.080! (2 mm) di- ameter Snappert/Weed Eaterr 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.

Spool

Small

Holes

Line exit holes

 

Line in Notch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line in Notch

Hub

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.

REPLACING THE CUTTING HEAD

1.Push in locking lever and hold.

2.Rotate dust cup until the locking lever falls into one of the grooves.

Locking Lever

3.Continue to hold in locking lever. This will prevent the shaft from turning while re- moving and installing trimmer head.

4.Remove trimmer head by turning clock- wise.

5.Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by turning counterclockwise. Tighten until secure.

6.Release locking lever.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an authorized service dealer. Damage will occur if you turn the needles beyond the limiter stops.

WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:

SAllow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting.

SStore 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.

SStore unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-

dentally cause injury.

SStore 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

storage.

SStore in a clean dry area.

SLightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA- TION section of this manual, see message la- beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga- sohol 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. Fol- low the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Operator Safety Unit / Maintenance SafetyFuel Safety Eye Protection Hazard ZoneCutting Safety Adjusting the HandleTransporting and Storage Attaching ShieldON/STOP Switch HOW to Stop Your UnitKnow Your Trimmer Primer BulbStarting a Flooded Engine HOW to Start Your UnitStarting a Warm Engine Operating Position Trimmer Line AdvanceCutting Methods Cut from your left to your rightInspect and Clean Unit and DE- Cals Clean AIR FilterCheck for Loose Fasteners and Parts Check for Damaged or Worn PartsCarburetor Adjustment Replace Spark PlugReplacing the Line Replacing the Cutting HeadOther Troubleshooting Table Cause RemedyEngine Electrolux Home PRODUCTS, INC Agency and POULAN/WEED EATER, Divi