Weed Eater 530086312 manual Check for Loose Fasteners and Parts, Check for Damaged or Worn Parts

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter

S Housing Screws

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact an Authorized Service Dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

S Throttle Lever -- Ensure throttle lever func- tions properly by moving the throttle lever to the STOP position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue.

S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

CLEAN AIR FILTER

Air Filter

Screw

Air Filter Cover

Cleaning the air filter:

A dirty air filter decreases engine perform- ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.

SClean the cover and the area around it to keep debris from falling into the carbure- tor chamber when the cover is removed.

SRemove parts as illustrated.

NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire hazard or produce harmful evaporative emissions.

SWash the filter in soap and water. S Allow filter to dry.

S Apply a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze filter to distribute oil.

S Replace parts.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is fixed, nonadjustable.

S Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

S Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis- card.

S Replace with Champion RCJ-7Y spark plug and tighten with a 3/4 inch socket wrench (10--12 ft/lbs).

S Reinstall the spark plug boot.

INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTING SCREEN

WARNING: The muffler on this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen and must be removed to avoid creating a fire haz- ard or affecting engine performance.

For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recom- mend that your muffler be serviced or re- placed by your Authorized Service Dealer.

We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an Authorized Service Dealer.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Damage will occur if you turn the needles be- yond the limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an Authorized Service Dealer.

WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:

SAllow engine to cool, and secure the unit

before storing or transporting.

SStore unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heat- ers, electric motors or switches, furnaces,

etc.

SStore unit with all guards in place. Posi- tion unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

SStore unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.

NEED ASSISTANCE?

Call 1-800-554-6723 for assistance.

NEED SERVICE PART?

Contact your dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.

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