OPERATION
KNOW YOUR 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 various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
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Trimmer | Shaft |
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| Throttle Trigger |
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Line Limiter |
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ON/OFF SWITCH |
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| START LEVER | ||||||
The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger | The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the | ||||||||
handle and is used to stop the engine. Move the | engine to aid in starting. Activate the starting | ||||||||
switch to the OFF position to stop the engine. | system by moving the start lever to the START | ||||||||
PRIMER BULB |
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The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car- | until the engine has started and runs. After the | ||||||||
engine starts, allow the engine to | |||||||||
buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel. | |||||||||
seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger | |||||||||
This allows you to start the engine with fewer | |||||||||
to deactivate the starting system. | |||||||||
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer | |||||||||
COUPLER |
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bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to |
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its original form. |
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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE |
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| automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will | ||||||
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel | cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow | ||||||||
instructions printed on container. Once oil is | |||||||||
information in the safety rules before you begin. | added to gasoline, shake container momentarily | ||||||||
If you do not understand the safety rules, do not | to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. | ||||||||
attempt to fuel your unit. Call | Always read and follow the safety rules relating | ||||||||
FUELING ENGINE |
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| to fuel before fueling your unit. | ||||||
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WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly |
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Experience indicates that alcohol blended | |||||||||
when refueling. |
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| methanol) can attract moisture which leads to | |||||
| HELPFUL TIP |
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| separation and formation of acids during stor- | ||||||
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| age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system | |||||
| ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of |
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| of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine | |||||
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| problems, empty the fuel system before stor- | ||||||
| one gallon of fresh gas. |
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| age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, | |||||
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| start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines | |||||
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded | |||||||||
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next | |||||||||
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be | |||||||||
season. Never use engine or carburetor | |||||||||
mixed with a good quality synthetic | |||||||||
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent | |||||||||
damage may occur. See the STORAGE sec- | |||||||||
ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand | |||||||||
tion for additional information. | |||||||||
synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and | |||||||||
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT | |||||||||
oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by | |||||||||
mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 | S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF | ||||||||
liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE | switch to the OFF position. | ||||||||
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