Weed Eater 545137297 instruction manual Operation

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the vari- ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Muffler

ON/OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spark Plug

 

Switch

 

 

 

 

Throttle Lock

 

 

 

Hand Guard

 

 

Throttle

 

 

 

Lock--out

 

 

 

Throttle

Primer Bulb

 

Trigger

 

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

 

 

Choke Lever

 

 

 

 

ON/OFF SWITCH

PRIMER BULB

 

 

The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to stop the en-

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-

gine. To stop engine, move switch to OFF.

buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.

 

This allows you to start the engine with fewer

 

pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer

CHOKE

bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to

its original position.

 

 

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine

 

 

THROTTLE TRIGGER

to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by

moving choke lever to the desired position. See

The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine

STARTING YOUR ENGINE for complete start-

speed. Squeeze the trigger for full speed opera-

ing information.

tion; release it for idle speed.

 

 

 

WARNING: Muffler is very hot during

oil is added to gasoline, shake container mo-

mentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly

and after use. Do not touch the muffler or al-

mixed. Always read and follow the safety

low combustible material such as dry grass or

rules listed under HANDLE FUEL WITH

fuel to do so.

CAUTION.

 

 

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you be- gin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-554-6723.

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling.

HELPFUL TIP

To obtain the correct oil mix ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of 2-cycle synthetic oil into one gallon of fresh gas.

This engine is 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. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gal- lon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline). DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, fol- low instructions printed on oil container. Once

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the en- gine and let it run until the fuel lines and carbure- tor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod- ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 30 seconds at full throttle. Releasing the trigger and allowing the engine to briefly return to idle speed (5 -- 10 seconds) will be sufficient.

IMPORTANT POINTS

SUse the minimum throttle speed necessary to effectively cut hedges for optimal hedge

trimmer performance.

SNever attempt to use this hedge trimmer to cut hedges that have any branches with a diameter larger than 7/16.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Safety Rules Assembly AssemblyOperation Operating Position Stopping Your EngineStarting Your Engine Starting a Warm EngineService Carburetor Adjustment Replace Spark PlugReplace Fuel Filter Seasonal StorageNeed ASSISTANCE? Troubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Load AdjustmentCarbon build-up on Muffler outlet screen Compression lowLimited Warranty Ligations The U.S. Environmental ProtecIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours