about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an the surfaces being swept and move the tool angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the from side to side.

ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. Sweeping This technique increases line wear.

Scalping

MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing

EDGING-- Adjust trimmer to the edging posi-

in places conventional lawn mowers cannot

tion (see TWIST AND EDGE section). Allow

reach. In the mowing position, keep the line

only the tip of the line to make contact. Do not

parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the

force trimmer line into work area.

head into the ground as this can scalp the

 

ground and damage the tool.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edging

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mowing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat- ing line can be used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above

 

 

 

 

WARNING: Disconnect the spark

CLEAN AIR FILTER

A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-

plug before performing maintenance except

ance and increases fuel consumption and

for carburetor adjustments.

harmful emissions. Always clean after every

CHECK FOR LOOSE

5 hours of operation.

FASTENERS AND PARTS

1.

Clean the cover and the area around it to

 

keep dirt from falling into the carburetor

S Spark Plug Boot

 

 

chamber when the cover is removed.

S Air Filter

 

2.

Remove parts as illustrated.

S Housing Screws

NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or

S Assist Handle Screws

producing harmful evaporative emissions, do

S Debris Shield

not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

solvent.

WORN PARTS

3.

Wash the filter in soap and water.

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-

4.

Allow filter to dry.

placement of damaged or worn parts.

5.

Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze

S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP

 

the filter to distribute oil.

switch functions properly by pushing and

6.

Replace parts.

releasing the switch. Make sure engine

Air Filter

stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to

restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart

 

Screws

engine and continue.

 

SFuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel

 

tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if

 

Air Filter Cover

 

debris shield is damaged.

 

 

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure

LABELS

the engine starts easier and runs better. Set

S

After each use, inspect complete unit for

spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is

 

loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and

 

fixed and nonadjustable.

 

labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-

 

1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

 

gent.

 

2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-

S

Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

 

card.

 

 

3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark

 

 

 

plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch

 

 

 

socket wrench.

 

 

4.

Reinstall the spark plug boot.

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Weed Eater 530163438 Clean AIR Filter, Check for Loose, Fasteners and Parts, Check for Damaged or, Worn Parts, Labels

530163438 specifications

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