Starter
Handle
Choke
Lever
Primer
Bulb
4.Pull starter rope handle sharply until engine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do not pull rope more than 6 times.
5.As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to start, move choke lever to HALF CHOKE position.
6.Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. NOTE: If the en- gine doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF CHOKE position), move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position and press the primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2 more times. Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter rope until the engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine still doesn’t start,
it is probably flooded. Proceed to START-
ING A FLOODED ENGINE.
7.Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 se- conds, then move the choke lever to the RUN position. Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at RUN before releasing the throttle trigger. NOTE: If engine dies with the choke lever in the RUN position, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE posi- tion and pull the rope until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1.Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
2.Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold through all remaining steps.
3.Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
4.Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then move the choke lever to RUN.
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run, it is probably flooded.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing the choke lever in the RUN position; then, pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel. This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Avoid touching muffler unless engine and muffler are cold. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
WARNING: Stop engine and be sure the impeller blades have stopped turning be- fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at- tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause serious injury. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or ac- cessing movable parts.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec- ommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, WEED EATER may not pay for repairs under warranty. It is your re- sponsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
SMuffler
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.
SFuel Tank
signs of damage or leaks.
SVacuum Bag
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter- gent.
SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
