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.

 

 

Assist Handle

 

 

Muffler

 

Shaft

 

 

 

Shaft Mark

 

 

 

Safety Label

 

or Arrow

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Throttle

 

 

Spark Plug

Primer

 

 

 

 

Trigger

Trimmer

 

 

 

 

Bulb

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STOP

 

 

 

 

 

Head

Shield

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Choke Lever

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

Line Limiter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blade

 

 

 

Starter Handle

 

 

STOP SWITCH

 

 

CHOKE

 

 

The STOP switch is used to stop the engine. To

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine

stop the engine, push and hold the switch in the

to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by

STOP position until the engine stops.

moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE

PRIMER BULB

 

 

position. After the engine attempts to start, move

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-

the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.

buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.

Once engine has started, move the choke lever

This allows you to start the engine with fewer

to the RUN position.

 

 

pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer

 

 

 

 

 

bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to

 

 

 

 

 

its original form.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE

automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will

information in the safety rules before you

cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow

begin. If you do not understand the safety

instructions printed on container. Once oil is

rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call

added to gasoline, shake container momentarily

1-800-554-6723.

 

 

to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed.

FUELING ENGINE

 

 

Always read and follow the safety rules relating

 

 

to fuel before fueling your unit.

 

 

 

 

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

IMPORTANT

 

 

when refueling.

 

 

Experience indicates that alcohol blended

 

HELPFUL TIP

 

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

 

 

methanol) can attract moisture which leads to

 

To obtain the correct oil mix

 

separation and formation of acids during stor-

 

ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of

 

age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system

 

2-cycle synthetic oil into

 

of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

 

one gallon of fresh gas.

 

problems, empty the fuel system before stor-

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded

 

age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,

gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be

start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines

mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a

season. Never use engine or carburetor clean-

ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand

er products in the fuel tank or permanent dam-

synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and

age may occur. See the STORAGE section for

oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by

additional information.

 

 

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545137261 specifications

The Weed Eater 545137261 is a powerful and versatile string trimmer designed for homeowners and landscaping professionals alike. This model stands out for its efficient performance, user-friendly design, and innovative features that make lawn care tasks easier and more effective.

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