Poulan Trimmer TE475 TE475Y User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
TE475  
TE475Y  
For Occasional Use Only  
WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e  
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones  
graves.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-  
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire  
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
WEED EATER  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
WEED EATER  
5855 Terry Fox Way  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4  
545137253  
11/30/06  
 
CUTTING SAFETY  
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations  
through prolonged use of gasoline powered  
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve  
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of  
people prone to circulation disorders or abnor-  
mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather  
has been linked to blood vessel damage in  
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur  
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,  
change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling  
in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the  
use of this tool and seek medical attention. An  
anti--vibration system does not guarantee the  
avoidance of these problems. Users who oper-  
ate power tools on a continual and regular basis  
must monitor closely their physical condition  
and the condition of this tool.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark ar-  
resting screen which meets the requirements of  
California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest  
land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine,  
Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washing-  
ton require by law that many internal combus-  
tion engines be equipped with a spark arresting  
screen. If you operate in a locale where such  
regulations exist, you are legally responsible for  
maintaining the operating condition of these  
parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law.  
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and  
spark arresting screen will not require any ser-  
vice. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that  
your muffler be serviced or replaced by your au-  
thorized service dealer.  
WARNING: Inspect the area before  
each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken  
glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown  
by or become entangled in line. Hard objects  
can damage the trimmer head and be thrown  
causing serious injury.  
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing,  
edging and sweeping. Do not use for prun-  
ing or hedge trimming.  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from muffler  
and spinning line. Keep engine below waist  
level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.  
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on left  
side of the shield will throw debris away from  
the operator.  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Allow engine to cool; secure unit before stor-  
ing or transporting in vehicle.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbure-  
tor by starting the engine and letting it run until  
it stops.  
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors  
cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa-  
ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-  
naces, etc.  
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acciden-  
tally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the  
shaft.  
S Store unit out of reach of children.  
ASSEMBLY  
ATTACHING SHIELD  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly  
assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-  
aged parts.  
WARNING: The shield must be prop-  
erly installed. The shield provides partial protec-  
tion from the risk of thrown objects to the opera-  
tor and others and is equipped with a line limiter  
blade which cuts excess line to the proper  
length. The line limiter blade (on underside of  
shield) is sharp and can cut you.  
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts  
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.  
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the  
empty fuel tank.  
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal  
due to carburetor adjustments and testing  
done by the manufacturer.  
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE  
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.  
2. Pivot the handle to a comfortable position;  
retighten wing nut.  
For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW  
YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION  
section.  
1. Remove wing nut from shield.  
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.  
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in  
bracket.  
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.  
Shield  
Slot  
PIVOT  
Wing Nut  
Bracket  
Line Limiter  
Blade  
Groove  
Wing  
Nut  
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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.  
ffler  
Trimmer  
Head  
Line Limiter  
Blade  
Choke Lever  
Starter Handle  
CHOKE  
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine  
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by  
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position. After the engine attempts to start, move  
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.  
Once engine has started, move the choke lever  
to the RUN position.  
STOP SWITCH  
The STOP switch is used to stop the engine. To  
stop the engine, push and hold the switch in the  
STOP position until the engine stops.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB removes air from thecar-  
buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.  
This allows you to start the engine with fewer  
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer  
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to  
its original form.  
EDGE GUIDE  
The EDGE GUIDE protects the unit fromcon-  
tacting the ground during edging.  
cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow  
instructions printed on container. Once oil is  
added to gasoline, shake container momentarily  
to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed.  
Always read and follow the safety rules relating  
to fuel before fueling your unit.  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you  
begin. If you do not understand the safety  
rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
IMPORTANT  
Experience indicates that alcohol blended  
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or  
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to  
separation and formation of acids during stor-  
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system  
of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine  
problems, empty the fuel system before stor-  
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,  
start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines  
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next  
season. Never use engine or carburetor  
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent  
damage may occur. See the STORAGE sec-  
tion for additional information.  
FUELING ENGINE  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2-cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded  
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be  
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle  
air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a  
ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand  
synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and  
oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by  
mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4  
liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE  
automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine switch reads  
“push to stop”, it is always  
in the ON position.  
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5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until engine  
sounds as if it is trying to start, but do not  
pull rope more than 6 times.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
S To stop the engine, push andhold theSTOP  
switch in the STOP position until the engine  
stops.  
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to  
start, move choke lever to HALF CHOKE  
position.  
S If engine does not stop, move choke to the  
FULL CHOKE position.  
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls.  
NOTE: If the engine 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 start-  
er rope until the engine runs, but no more  
than 6 pulls. If the engine still doesn’t  
start, it is probably flooded. Proceed to  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE.  
8. 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.  
WARNING: The trimmer head will turn  
while starting the engine. Avoid any contact with  
the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious  
burns.  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1-800-554 -6723.  
NOTE: Make sure approximately 3 - 4  
inches (8 - 10 cm) of line is extended from  
the cutting head before starting unit. This  
will allow the line to advance properly  
once the unit starts.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel)  
NOTE: If engine dies with the choke le-  
ver in the RUN position, move the choke  
lever to the HALF CHOKE position 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 and hold the throttle trigger. Keep  
throttle trigger fully squeezed until the en-  
gine runs smoothly.  
1. Set unit on a flat surface.  
3. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls.  
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
3. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position.  
4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then move  
the choke lever to RUN.  
4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter  
rope 5more pulls. If engine still does not run, it  
is probably flooded.  
Prim
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  
1-800-554-6723.  
e  
Lever  
Starter Handle  
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Always keep the shield in place when the tool  
is being operated.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
It is recommended that the engine not be  
operated for longer than 1 minute at full  
throttle.  
WARNING: Use only 0.080” (2 mm)  
diameter round line. Other sizes and shapes  
of line will not advance properly and will result in  
improper cutting head function or can cause se-  
rious injury. Do not use other materials such as  
wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during  
cutting and become a dangerous missile that  
can cause serious injury.  
OPERATING POSITION  
ALWAYS W
ion  
CUTTING METHODS  
WARNING: Use minimum speed  
and do not crowd the line when cutting around  
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),  
whichcandamage the trimmer head, become  
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a  
serious hazard.  
Long pan
S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will  
achieve the best performance and mini-  
mum line wear by not crowding the line into  
the cutting area. The right and wrong ways  
are shown below.  
Heavy sho
Tip of the Line  
Does The Cutting  
Line Crowded Into  
Work Area  
Cut from your right to your left.  
WARNING: Always wear eye protec-  
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head.  
Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into  
eyes and face and cause blindness or other  
serious injury.  
Do not run the engine at a higher speed than  
necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently  
when the engine is run at less than full throttle.  
At lower speeds, there is less engine noise and  
vibration. The cutting line will last longer and will  
be less likely to “weld” onto the spool.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow the  
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.  
To stop engine:  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Push and hold the STOP switch in the  
STOP position until the engine stops.  
TWIST AND EDGE  
Wrong  
Right  
S The line will easily remove grass and  
weeds fromaround walls, fences, trees and  
flower beds, but it also can cut the tender  
bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences. To  
help avoid damage especially to delicate  
vegetation or trees with tender bark,  
shorten line to 4--5 inches (10--13 cm) and  
use at less than full throttle.  
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full  
throttle to increase line life and decrease  
head wear, especially:  
S During light duty cutting.  
S Near objects around which the line can  
wrap such as small posts, trees or fence  
wire.  
S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttlefor  
a good clean job.  
TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer  
head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground  
and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to  
make contact. Do not force trimmer line into  
work area.  
The Twist and Edge feature allows for easy  
edging of sidewalks, patios, driveways, etc.  
1. Pull the tab toward the engine.  
2. Twist the shaft to the edging position; re-  
lease tab.  
Tr
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE  
The cutting head advances line automati-  
cally. Do not tap head on the ground to ad-  
vance line. This may break parts and cause  
cutting head to malfunction.  
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abov
Upon unit start up, the line will advance auto-  
matically to the correct cutting path length.  
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SCALPING -- The scalping technique re-  
moves unwanted vegetation down to the  
ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head  
about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and  
at an angle. Allow thetipof the line to strike the  
ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc.  
This technique increases line wear.  
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  
the surfaces being swept and move the tool  
from side to side.  
Sweepin
8 cm)  
ound  
EDGING -- Adjust trimmer to the edging posi-  
tion (see TWIST AND EDGE section). Allow  
only the tip of the line to make contact. Do not  
force trimmer line into work area.  
MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing  
in places conventional lawn mowers cannot  
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line  
parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the  
head into the ground as this can scalp the  
ground and damage the tool.  
M
Edging  
MAINTENANCE  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
WORN PARTS  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S STOP Switch -- Ensure STOP switch func-  
tions properly by pushing and holding the  
switch in the STOP position. Make sure en-  
gine stops. Restart engine and continue.  
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if  
debris shield is damaged.  
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.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND  
LABELS  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and  
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-  
gent.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
S 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.  
S Housing Screws  
S Assist Handle Screws  
S Debris Shield  
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1. Clean the air filter cover and the area  
around it to keep dirt from falling into the  
carburetor chamber when the cover is  
opened.  
2. Open air filter cover by pushing button  
(see illustration). Remove air filter.  
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or  
producing harmful evaporative emissions, do  
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable  
solvent.  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
5. Replace air filter and close cover.  
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-  
ING SCREEN  
WARNING: The muffler on this prod-  
uct 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.  
For normal homeowner use, however, the  
muffler and spark arresting screen will not re-  
quire any service. After 50 hours of use, we  
recommend that your muffler be serviced or  
replaced by your authorized service dealer.  
REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
Button  
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure  
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set  
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Igni-  
tion timing is fixed and nonadjustable.  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-  
card.  
Air Filter  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
(19 mm) socket wrench.  
Air Filter Cover  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
improper cutting head function or can cause se-  
rious injury. Do not use other materials such as  
wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during  
cutting and become a dangerous missile that  
can cause serious injury.  
LINE REPLACEMENT  
Pre--wound spools offer the most convenient  
method for replacing line and ensuring opti-  
mum performance.  
S Replacement spools are color--coded to en-  
sure use of the correct spool with your unit.  
Be sure to use the same color spool as the  
existing spool.  
1. Cut a length of 25 feet of 0.080” (2 mm) di-  
ameter round WEED EATER brand line.  
NOTE: Always clear dirt and debris from  
cutting head components when performing  
any type of maintenance.  
Feed line in  
direction  
shown on  
spool.  
S Hold spool and unscrew cap by turning in the  
direction shown on top of the cap.  
S Remove line guide ring and spool.  
NOTE: When removing and/or installing spool,  
ensure dust cup remains installed over shaft.  
Spool  
2. Insert one end of line into center cavity of  
empty spool. Ensure line will feed into  
spool in the direction shown on the spool  
(counterclockwise).  
3. Continue feeding line into spool, leaving 4 --  
6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) unwound from center  
of spool.  
Use a pre--wound spool or refill spool with  
line. If usinga pre--wound spool, remove tape  
strip from line and spool.  
REFILLING THE SPOOL WITH LINE  
INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE  
WARNING: Use only 0.080” (2 mm)  
diameter round line. Other sizes and shapes  
of line will not advance properly and will result in  
1. Install replacement spool.  
2. Thread line through line guide ring.  
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Make adjustments with the unit supported so  
the cutting attachment is off the ground and  
will not make contact with any object. Hold  
the unit by hand while running and making ad-  
justments. Keep all parts of your body away  
from the cutting attachment and muffler.  
Line through guide ring  
Slot  
Idle Speed Adjustment  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-  
crease enginespeed if enginestalls or dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed.  
Replacement Spool  
3. Rest guide ring on spool and place line  
through slot. Allow line to extend 4 -- 6 inch-  
es (10 -- 15 cm) from center of spool.  
4. Ensure line remains in slot while screwing  
cap on to the shaft. Only tighten cap hand  
tight!  
Idle Speed Screw  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
WARNING: Keep others away when  
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer  
head will be spinning during this procedure.  
Wear your protective equipment and observe  
all safety precautions.  
Air Filter Cover  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustments may benecessary if you  
notice any of the following conditions:  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-  
leased.  
If you require further assistanceor are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact an  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
STORAGE  
Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer  
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after  
adding stabilizer.  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit  
before storing or transporting.  
HELPFUL TIP  
During storage of your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
S Store 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.  
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury.  
S Store 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:  
S Clean 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 messagela-  
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.  
We recommend that you  
shake the gas can weekly  
to insure proper blending of  
the gas and oil.  
ENGINE  
S Remove 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.  
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-  
mended type and heat range.  
S Clean 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 gasolineto  
oil ratio.  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plugbefore performing all of the  
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. Engine flooded.  
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
2. Fuel tank empty.  
3. Spark plug not firing.  
4. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
3. Install new spark plug.  
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
5. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
1. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn.  
3. Compression low.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Clean or replace plug  
and regap.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
5. Compression low.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine  
1. Choke partially on.  
1. Adjust choke.  
smokes  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
excessively.  
3. Air filter dirty.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Clean or replace air filter.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
WEED EATER warrants to the original  
cover predelivery setup or normal  
adjustments explained in the instruction  
manual.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.  
purchaser that each new WEED EATER  
brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from  
defects in material and workmanship and  
agrees to repair or replace under this  
warranty any defective gasoline product or  
attachment as follows from the original date of  
purchase.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
2 YEARS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
60 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income  
producing purposes.  
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferableand does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance, or the use  
of accessories and/or attachments not  
specifically recommended by WEED EATER  
for this tool. Additionally, this warranty does  
not cover tune--ups, spark plugs, filters,  
starter ropes, starter springs, cutting line, or  
rotating head parts that will wear and require  
replacement with reasonable use during the  
warranty period. This warranty does not  
WARRANTIES  
EXCEPT  
THOSE  
EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW  
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED  
WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION  
OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE  
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION  
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
The policy of WEED EATER is to  
continuously  
improve  
its  
products.  
Therefore, WEED EATER reserves the right  
to change, modify, or discontinue models,  
designs, specifications, and accessories of  
all products at any time without notice or  
obligation to any purchaser.  
U.S. EPA/CALIFORNIA/ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-  
LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental  
Protection Agency, California Air Resources  
Board, Environment Canada and WEED  
EATER are pleased to explain the emissions  
control system warranty on your year 2007  
and later small off--road engine. In California,  
all small off--road engines must be designed,  
built, and equipped to meet the State’s strin-  
gent anti--smog standards. WEED EATER  
must warrant the emission control system on  
your small off--road engine for the periods of  
time listed below provided there has been no  
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of  
your small off--road engine. Your emission  
control system includes parts such as the  
carburetor, the ignition system and the fuel  
tank (California only). Where a warrantable  
condition exists, WEED EATER will repair  
your small off--road engine at no cost to you.  
Expenses covered under warranty include  
diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFACTUR-  
ER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any  
emissions related part on your engine (as  
listed under Emissions Control Warranty  
Parts List) is defective or a defect in the mate-  
rials or workmanship of the engine causes the  
failure of such an emission related part, the  
part will be repaired or replaced by WEED  
EATER. OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPON-  
SIBILITIES: As the small off--road engine  
owner, you are responsible for the perfor-  
mance of the required maintenance listed in  
your instruction manual. WEED EATER rec-  
ommends that you retain all receipts covering  
maintenance on your small off--road engine,  
but WEED EATER cannot deny warranty  
solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure  
to ensure the performance of all scheduled  
maintenance. As the small off--road engine  
owner, you should be aware that WEED EAT-  
ER may deny you warranty coverage if your  
small off--road engine or a part of it has failed  
due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-  
nance, unapproved modifications, or the use  
of parts not made or approved by the original  
equipment manufacturer. You are responsi-  
ble for presenting your small off--road engine  
to an WEED EATER authorized repair center  
as soon as aproblemexists. Warranty repairs  
should be completed in a reasonable amount  
of time, not toexceed 30 days. If you have any  
questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact your  
nearest authorized service center or call  
WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723. WAR-  
RANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The  
warranty period begins on the date the small  
off--road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF  
COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a pe-  
riod of two years from the initial date of pur-  
chase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR  
REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-  
placement of any warranted part will be per-  
formed at no charge to the owner at an ap-  
proved WEED EATER servicingcenter. If you  
have any questions regarding your warranty  
rights andresponsibilities, you shouldcontact  
your nearest authorized service center or call  
WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.  
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WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part  
which is not scheduled for replacement as re-  
quired maintenance, or which is scheduled  
only for regular inspection to the effect of “re-  
pair or replace as necessary” shall be war-  
ranted for 2 years. Any warranted part which  
is scheduled for replacement as required  
maintenance shallbe warranted for the period  
of time up to the first scheduled replacement  
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner  
shall not be charged for diagnostic labor  
which leads to the determination that a war-  
ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work  
is performed at an approved WEED EATER  
servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-  
AGES: WEED EATER may be liable for dam-  
ages to other engine components caused by  
the failure of a warranted part still under war-  
ranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures  
caused by abuse, neglect, or improper main-  
tenance are not covered. ADD -ON OR MO-  
DIFIED PARTS: The use of add--on or modi-  
fied parts can be grounds for disallowing a  
warranty claim. WEED EATER is not liable to  
cover failures of warranted parts caused by  
the use of add--on or modified parts.  
HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any  
questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact your  
nearest authorized service center or call  
WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.  
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:  
Warranty services or repairs shall be pro-  
vided at all WEED EATER service centers.  
Call: 1--800--554--6723. MAINTENANCE,  
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMIS-  
SION RELATED PARTS: Any WEED EAT-  
ER approved replacement part used in the  
performance of any warranty maintenance or  
repair on emission related parts will be pro-  
vided without charge to the owner if the part is  
under warranty. EMISSION CONTROL  
WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Igni-  
tion System: Spark Plug (covered up to main-  
tenance schedule), Ignition Module, Muffler  
including Catalyst, Fuel Tank (California only).  
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:The owner is  
responsible for the performance of all re-  
quired maintenance as defined in the instruc-  
tion manual.  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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