Weed Eater 530088156 Replace Spark Plug, Replacing The Line, Carburetor Adjustments, Fuel System

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the 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 and nonadjustable.

1.Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2.Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis- 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.

REPLACING THE LINE

For unit to operate properly, the cutting line should be replaced when line becomes worn to less than 3 inches in length from the edge of the line exit tunnels on each side of the cutting head.

WARNING: Only replace cutting line with engine switch in the OFF position.

1.Remove and discard worn line before installing new line.

2.Use only .115” diameter Weed EaterR brand cut length line.

3.Insert one end of the line through the posi- tioning tunnel.

4.Continue to feed line through tunnel until line is centered (leaving equal amounts on each side). See illustration below.

Positioning tunnel

5.Insert ends of line one at a time through the line exit tunnels.

6.Pull the line and make sure the line is ex- tended fully through the tunnels.

Line exit tunnels

7.Correctly installed line will be the same length on both ends.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Carburetor adjustments is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an authorized service dealer. Damage will occur if you turn the needles beyond the limit- er stops.

WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:

S Allow 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 heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

SStore unit with all guards in place. Position

unit so that any sharp object cannot acci- dentally cause injury.

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

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.

If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:

SClean the entire unit before lengthy storage. S Store in a clean dry area.

S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA- TION section of this manual, see message la- beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga- sohol in your engine.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol- low the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.

ENGINE

SRemove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of

40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

SReplace spark plug with new one of recom- mended type and heat range.

SClean air filter.

S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.

S At the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

SDo not store gasoline from one season to

another.

SReplace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.

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