Weed Eater Blower 545146904 User Manual

R
Trademark  
Please do not return unit to retailer.  
Por favor, no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra.  
Veuillez ne pas retourner l’outil au détaillant.  
1--800--554--6723  
Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
VS2000BV  
IMPORTANT MANUAL - Do not throw away  
MANUAL IMPORTANTE -- No lo descarte  
MANUEL IMPORTANT - À Conserver  
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:  
Veuillez lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les  
avertissements 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  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
545146904 Rev. 9 3/11/09 BRW  
 
IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS  
When using the vacuum attachment, the unit is designed to pick up dry  
material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not  
vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc., to avoid severe dam-  
age to the impeller.  
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never mix, pour, or store gasoline or  
use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, open flames, or  
work that can cause sparks).  
WARNING: The muffler is very hot during and after use. Do  
not touch the muffler, muffler guard, or surrounding surfaces, or allow  
combustible material such as dry grass or fuel to do so.  
SAFETY RULES  
result in blindness and/or serious injury.  
Eye protection should be marked Z87.  
D Always wear foot protection. Do not go  
barefoot or wear sandals.  
WARNING: Failure to follow all  
Safety Rules and Precautions can result in  
serious injury.  
D Always wear respirator or face mask when  
working with unit in dusty environments.  
D Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.  
Keep loose hair, loose clothing, fingers, and  
all other parts of the body away from openings  
and moving parts. Hair, jewelry, loose cloth-  
ing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps,  
ties, tassels, etc., can be caught in moving  
parts.  
KNOW YOUR UNIT  
S Read your instruction manual carefully until  
you completely understand and can follow  
all warnings and safety rules before operat-  
ing the unit.  
D Restrict unit to users who understand and  
will follow all warnings and safety rules in  
this manual.  
D Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, up-  
set, or if you are under the influence of alco-  
hol, drugs, or medication.  
WARNING: Inspect area before start-  
ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects  
such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can rico-  
chet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or  
damage during operation.  
D Keep children, bystanders, and animals  
away from work area a minimum of 30 feet  
(10 meters) when starting or operating unit.  
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direc-  
tion of people or pets.  
Use your unit as a blower for:  
D
Sweeping debris or grass clippings from  
driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.  
Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into  
piles, around joints, or between bricks.  
D
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS  
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE  
Use your unit as a vacuum for:  
D Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-  
cluding smoking, open flames, or work that  
can cause sparks) intheareas where fuelis  
mixed, poured, or stored.  
D
D
D
Picking up dry material such as leaves,  
grass, small twigs, and bits of paper.  
For best results during vacuum use, operate  
your unit at high speed.  
Move slowly back and forth over the mate-  
rial as you vacuum. Avoid forcing the unit  
intoa pile of debris as this can clog theunit.  
Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above  
the ground for best results.  
D Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store  
fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use  
an approved, marked container for all fuel  
purposes.  
D Do not smoke while handling fuel or while  
operating the unit.  
D Make sure the unit is properly assembled  
and in good operating condition.  
D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or  
running.  
D Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills  
before starting engine.  
D
PLAN AHEAD  
D Always wear eye protection when operat-  
ing, servicing, or performing maintenance  
on unit. Wearing eye protection will help to  
prevent rocks or debris from being blown or  
ricocheting into eyes and face which can  
-- 3 --  
 
D Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from  
fuel and fueling site before starting engine.  
D Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY  
WARNING: Disconnect spark plug be-  
fore performing maintenance except for carbu-  
retor adjustments.  
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY  
D Have all maintenance other than the rec-  
ommended procedures described in the in-  
struction manual performed by an autho-  
rized service dealer.  
D Use only recommended WEED EATER re-  
placement parts; use of any other parts  
may void your warranty and cause damage  
to your unit.  
D Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use  
up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and  
letting it run until it stops.  
D Do not use any accessory or attachment  
other than those recommended by manufac-  
turer for use with your unit.  
WARNING: Stop the engine before  
opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine  
must be stopped and the impeller blades no  
longer turning to avoid serious injury from the  
rotating blades.  
D Inspect unit before each use for worn,  
loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not  
use until unit is in proper working order.  
D Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.  
D Never start or run engine inside a closed  
room, building or other unventilated area.  
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.  
D To avoid static electricity discharge, do not  
wear rubber gloves or any other insulated  
gloves while operating unit.  
D Do not set unit on any surface except a  
clean, hard area while engine is running.  
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,  
etc. could be picked up by the air intake and  
thrown out through discharge opening,  
damaging unit, property, or causing serious  
injury to bystanders or operator.  
D Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use  
in unventilated areas or where explosive  
vapors or carbon monoxide build up could  
be present.  
D Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-  
faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,  
rooftops, etc. Keep firmfooting andbalance  
at all times.  
D Never place objects inside the blower  
tubes; always direct the blowing debris  
away frompeople, animals, glass, andsolid  
objects such as trees, automobiles, walls,  
etc. The forceof aircan causerocks, dirt, or  
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can  
hurt people or animals, break glass, or  
cause other damage.  
D Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area  
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an  
open flame from hot water heaters, electric  
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
D Store in a dry area out of reach of children.  
WARNING: The engine exhaust from  
this product contains chemicals known to the  
State of California to cause cancer, birth de-  
fects or other reproductive harm.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-  
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-  
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or  
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and  
joints of people prone to circulation disorders  
or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold  
weather has beenlinked to blood vesseldam-  
age 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 antivibration system  
does not guarantee the avoidance of these  
problems. Users who operate power tools on  
a continual and regular basis must monitor  
closely their physical condition and the condi-  
tion of this tool.  
D Never run unit without the proper equip-  
ment attached. When using your unit as a  
blower, always install blower tubes. When  
using your unit as a vacuum, always install  
vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly.  
Make sure vacuum bag assembly is com-  
pletely zipped.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark  
arresting screen which meets the require-  
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All  
U.S. forest land and the states of California,  
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-  
gon, and Washington require by law that  
many internal combustion engines be  
equipped witha spark arresting screen. If you  
operatein alocalewhere such regulations ex-  
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining  
the operating condition of these parts. Failure  
to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the  
MAINTENANCE section for information on  
maintenance of the muffler and spark arrest-  
ing screen.  
D Check air intake opening, blower tubes,  
vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently,  
always with engine stopped and spark plug  
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge  
tubes free of debris which can accumulate  
and restrict proper air flow.  
D Never place any object in the air intake open-  
ing as this could restrict proper air flow and  
cause damage to the unit.  
D Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-  
ers, or other substances which may contain  
toxic materials.  
D To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf  
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,  
ashtrays, etc.  
D Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
-- 4 --  
 
ASSEMBLY  
6. To remove the tubes, turn the knob coun-  
terclockwise to loosen the tubes; remove  
the tubes.  
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.  
HIGH--SPEED NOZZLE ASSEMBLY  
When greater air speed is desired, use the  
high--speed nozzle.  
1. Align the slots on the nozzle with the tabs  
on the lower blower tube.  
High--Speed  
Nozzle  
WARNING: If you receive your unit  
assembled, check each step to insure your  
unit is properly assembled and all fasteners  
are secure. Follow all safety information in  
the manual and on the unit.  
Lower Blower  
Tab  
Tube  
Slot  
D
A standard screwdriver is required for as-  
sembly.  
2. Slide the nozzle onto the lower blower tube.  
3. Turn the nozzle clockwise until a click is  
felt to secure the nozzle to the lower blow-  
er tube.  
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY  
1. Align the rib on the upper blower tube with  
the groove in the blower outlet; slide the  
tube into place.  
NOTE: Knob must be loose enough to allow  
blower tube to be inserted in blower outlet. Loos-  
en knob by turning counterclockwise.  
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY  
1. Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and  
insert the elbow tube.  
2. Push the small end of the elbow tube  
through the small opening in the bag.  
Elbow  
Blower Outlet  
Rib  
Tube  
Groo
Zipper  
Opening  
2. Secure the tube by turning the knob clock-  
wise.  
Small Opening  
3. Align the slots on the lower blower tube  
with the tabs on the upper blower tube.  
NOTE: Make sure edge of the small opening  
is flush against the flared area of the elbow tube,  
and the rib on the elbow tube is on the bottom.  
3. Close the zipper onthe bag. Make surethe  
zipper is closed completely.  
Upper Blower  
Tube  
4. Remove blower tubes from engine.  
Lower Blower  
Tube  
Rib  
Tab  
Slot  
Groove  
4. Slide the lower blower tube onto the upper  
blower tube.  
5. Turn the lower blower tube clockwise until  
a click is felt to secure the lower blower  
tube to the upper blower tube.  
NOTE: When the upper and lower blower  
tubes are assembled together properly, the  
arrows on both tubes will be aligned.  
5. Insert theelbow tube into the blower outlet.  
Make sure elbow tube rib is aligned with  
the blower outlet groove.  
6. Turn knob clockwiseto secure elbow tube.  
VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY  
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  
-- 5 --  
 
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause  
serious injury.  
6. Align slanted end of lower vacuum tube as  
shown. Firmly push lower vacuum tube  
into upper vacuum tube.  
1. Insert the tip of a screwdriver into the latch  
area of the vacuum inlet.  
Latch Area  
B
O
Slanted end of  
lower vacuum tube  
HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM  
VACUUM USE TO BLOWER USE  
1. Remove the elbow tube and vacuum bag  
by turning the knob counterclockwise to  
loosen the elbow tube.  
L
A
Vacuum Inlet Cover  
2. Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver to-  
ward the front of the unit to release the  
latch while pulling up on the vacuum inlet  
cover with your other hand.  
3. Hold the vacuum inlet cover open until up-  
per vacuum tube is installed.  
2. Remove the vacuum tubes by turning the  
tubes clockwise.  
3. Close the vacuum inlet cover and make  
sure it is latched closed.  
4. Reinstall the blower tubes (see BLOWER  
TUBE ASSEMBLY).  
SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT  
1. Hold the unit as shown with the muffler side  
facing away from your body and clothes.  
2. Pass the shoulder strap over your head  
and onto your right shoulder.  
Vacuum  
Inlet  
Cover  
c
3. Extend your left arm toward the rear of the  
vacuum bag.  
4. Adjust shoulder strap until the vacuum  
bag/shoulder strap seam lies between  
your thumb and index finger.  
5. Make sure air flows freely from the elbow  
tube into bag. If bag is kinked, the unit will  
not operate properly.  
Vacuum Inlet  
4. Align the tabs on the inside of the vacuum in-  
let with the slots on the upper vacuum tube.  
Tab  
Slot  
5. Push the upper vacuum tube into the vac-  
uum inlet. Turn the tube counterclockwise  
until a click is felt to secure the tube to the  
blower unit.  
-- 6 --  
 
OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR BLOWER  
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.  
Upper Vacuum Tube  
Elbow Tube  
be  
Vacuum Bag  
STOP  
Switch  
Throttle  
Trigger  
Spark  
Plug  
Upper Blower Tube  
Starter  
Rope  
Lower Blower Tube  
High--Speed  
Nozzle  
Fuel Mix  
Fill Cap  
Choke Lever  
Primer  
Button  
Vacuum Handle  
STOP SWITCH  
PRIMER BUTTON  
The STOP switch is used to stop the engine.  
To stop the engine, push and hold the STOP  
switch in the STOP position until the engine  
stops.  
The PRIMER BUTTON removes air from the  
carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.  
This allows you to start the engine with fewer  
pulls on the starter rope. Activate primer button  
by pressing it and allowing it to return to its origi-  
nal position.  
THROTTLE TRIGGER  
CHOKE LEVER  
The THROTTLE TRIGGER is used to select  
the desired engine speed.  
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 engine attempts to start, move the  
choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.  
Once engine starts, move choke lever to the  
RUN position.  
OPERATING POSITION  
OPERATING TIPS  
S While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold  
the unit with the muffler side facing away  
from your body and clothes (see OPERAT-  
ING POSITION illustration above).  
S To reduce the risk of hearing loss  
associated with sound level(s), hearing  
protection is required.  
S To reduce the risk of injury associated with  
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-  
fore installing or removing attachments. Do  
not operate without guard(s) in place.  
S Operate power equipment only at reasonable  
hours--not early in the morning or late at night  
when people might be disturbed. Comply with  
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-  
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,  
Monday though Saturday.  
S To reduce noise levels, limit the number of  
pieces of equipment used at any one time.  
Blower  
Vacuum  
-- 7 --  
 
S To reduce noise levels, operate power  
blowers at the lowest possible throttle  
speed to do the job.  
WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gas-  
oline) such as E--15 (15% alcohol), E--20 (20%  
alcohol), E--85 (85% alcohol) are NOT classified  
as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in  
2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative  
fuels will cause problems such as: improper  
clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock,  
power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration  
of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor  
components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high  
moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture  
leading to oil and fuel separation.  
S Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be-  
fore blowing.  
S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-  
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-  
ter is available.  
S Conserve water by using power blowers  
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden  
applications, including areas such as gutters,  
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.  
S Watchout for children, pets, openwindows,  
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away  
safely.  
S Use the full blower nozzle extension so the  
air stream can work close to the ground.  
S After using blowers and other equipment,  
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-  
ceptacles.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR ENGINE  
D Release the throttle trigger.  
S Push and hold the STOP switch in the  
STOP position until the engine stops.  
HOW TO START YOUR ENGINE  
WARNING: You MUST make sure  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
the tubes are secure before using the unit.  
D
Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-  
ters) away from the fueling site.  
Hold the unit in the starting position as  
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-  
rected away from people, animals, glass,  
and solid objects.  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you be-  
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,  
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
D
FUELING ENGINE  
STARTING POSITION  
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 fluid ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon  
(4 liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE  
automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will  
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.  
Vacuum  
WARNING: When starting engine,  
hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any  
surface except a clean, hard area when starting  
engine or while engine is running. Debris such  
as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be  
picked up by the air intake and thrown out  
through the discharge opening, damaging the  
unit or property, or causing serious injury to by-  
standers or the operator.  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1 -800 -554-6723.  
CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in  
your unit. This will cause permanent engine  
damage and void the limited warranty.  
FUEL REQUIREMENTS  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or warm  
engine after running out of fuel)  
1. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
2. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position.  
3. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
This engine requires the use of minimum 87  
octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.  
IMPORTANT  
Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or  
using ethanol or methanol) can cause major  
engine performance and durability problems.  
-- 8 --  
 
it is probably flooded. Proceed to START-  
ING A FLOODED ENGINE.  
Starter  
Handle  
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.  
Choke  
Lever  
Primer  
Bulb  
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.  
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,  
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 5more 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  
1-800-554-6723.  
MAINTENANCE  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
Thewarranty onthis 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  
S Muffler  
S Spark Plug Boot  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
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  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN  
PARTS  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
repairs other than the rec-  
ommended maintenance  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S Fuel Tank -- Do not use unit if fuel tank shows  
signs of damage or leaks.  
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.  
S Vacuum Bag -- Do not use vacuum bag if it  
is torn or damaged.  
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.  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
-- 9 --  
 
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING  
SCREWS  
Once each year, ensure muffler mounting  
screws are tightened securely to prevent  
damage.  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean or replace  
air filter after every 5 hours of operation or  
yearly, whichever comes first.  
Button  
Air Fil
Cover  
r  
ing  
Cleaning the air filter:  
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to  
keep debris from falling into the carburetor  
chamber when the cover is removed.  
NOTE: Move choke lever to RUN position  
before opening air filter cover.  
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK  
ARRESTING SCREEN  
WARNING: The muffler on this prod-  
uct contains chemicals known to the State of  
California to cause cancer.  
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up  
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,  
and must be removed to avoid creating a fire  
hazard or affecting engine performance.  
2. Open air filter cover by pushing button  
(see illustration). Remove air filter.  
NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other  
flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire  
hazard or produce harmful evaporative emis-  
sions.  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
5. Apply a few drops of oil to the filter;  
squeeze filter to distribute oil.  
Muffler Cover  
6. Replace parts.  
Spark  
Arresting  
Screen  
REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
Replace 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, nonadjustable.  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-  
card.  
Hood  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
(19 mm) socket wrench.  
Screws  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
REPLACE FUEL FILTER  
Replace the spark arresting screen every 50  
hours of operation or if any damage or breaks  
in the screen are noted.  
Toreplace fuel filter, drain unit by running it dry  
of fuel, then remove fuel cap/retainer assem-  
bly from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove  
it fromthe fuel line. Install new fuelfilter on fuel  
line; reinstall parts.  
NOTE: Do not attempt to clean the spark ar-  
resting screen.  
1. Remove 3 screws from muffler cover.  
Remove muffler cover.  
2. Loosen and remove 4 screws from the  
muffler hood.  
3. Remove the muffler hood and spark arrest-  
ing screen.  
Fuel Filte
Fuel Line  
4. Install new spark arresting screen.  
5. Reinstallmuffler hood and4 screws. Tight-  
en screws securely.  
6. Reinstall muffler cover and 3 screws.  
Tighten securely.  
NOTE: If any part of the muffler is cracked,  
broken or damaged, we recommend that the  
muffler be replaced.  
-- 1 0 --  
 
Idle Speed Screw  
CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED  
ADJUSTMENT  
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.  
To adjust idle speed:  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-  
crease engine speed if engine stalls or dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed.  
Air  
Filter  
Cover  
If you require further assistanceor are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact an  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
STORAGE  
HELPFUL TIP  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
During storage of your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit  
before storing or transporting.  
We recommend that you  
shake the gas can weekly  
to insure proper blending of  
the gas and oil.  
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.  
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 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 stor-  
age.  
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.  
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.  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits  
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel  
tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix  
instructions found on stabilizer container. Run  
engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.  
-- 11 --  
 
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the  
recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
Engine will not  
start.  
CAUSE  
1. Engine flooded.  
REMEDY  
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine”  
in Operation section.  
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
3. Install new spark plug.  
2. Fuel tank empty.  
3. Spark plug not firing.  
4. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Compression low.  
1. Fuel not reaching  
1. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
Engine will not  
idle properly.  
carburetor.  
2. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. See “Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment”  
in Service and Adjustments Section.  
3. Crankshaft seals worn. 3. Contact an authorized service dealer  
4. Compression low.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
2. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power, or  
dies under a  
load.  
3. Clean or replace spark plug  
and re-gap.  
3. Spark plug fouled.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
5. Carbon build up.  
6. Compression low.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
6. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Choke partially on.  
1. Adjust choke.  
Engine smokes  
excessively.  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
3. Air filter dirty.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Clean or replace air filter.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine runs hot.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
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. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Carbon build up.  
-- 1 2 --  
 
LIMITED WARRANTY  
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Con-  
Augusta, GA 30907  
sumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to  
the original consumer purchaser that each new  
WEED EATER brand gasoline tool or attach-  
ment is free from defects in material and work-  
manship and agrees to repair or replace under  
this warranty any defective gasoline product or  
attachment as follows from the original date of  
purchase.  
1--800--554--6723  
In Canada, contact:  
WEED EATER  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
Giving the model number, serial number and  
date of purchase of your product and the name  
and address of the authorized dealer from  
whom it was purchased.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH-  
ER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO  
STATE.  
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
90 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income producing  
purposes.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-  
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-  
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-  
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIM-  
ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY  
TO YOU.  
This is a limited warranty within the meaning of  
that term as defined in the Magnuson--Moss Act  
of 1975.  
The policy of WEED EATER is to continuous-  
ly improve its products. Therefore, WEED  
EATER reserves the right to change, modify,  
or discontinue models, designs, specifica-  
tions, and accessories of all products at any  
time without notice or obligation to any pur-  
chaser.  
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 alteration,  
or the use of accessories and/or attachments  
not specifically recommended by WEED  
EATER for this tool. This warranty does not  
cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter  
ropes, or blower and vacuum tubes that will  
wear and require replacement with reason-  
able use duringthe warranty period. This war-  
ranty does not cover pre--delivery setup or  
normal adjustments explained in the instruc-  
tion manual. This warranty does not cover  
transportation costs.  
In the event you have a claim under this warran-  
ty, you must return the product to an authorized  
service dealer.  
Should you have any unanswered questions  
concerning this warranty, please contact:  
WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna  
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
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 2009 and  
later small off--road engine. In California, all  
small off--road engines must be designed, built,  
andequippedto meet theState’s stringent anti--  
smog standards. WEED EATER must war-  
rant 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 car-  
buretor, the ignition system and the fuel tank.  
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.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COV-  
ERAGE: If any emissions related part on your  
engine (as listed under Emissions Control  
Warranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in  
the materials 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 RE-  
SPONSIBILITIES: As the small off--road en-  
gine owner, you are responsible for the per-  
formance of the required maintenance listed  
in your instruction manual. WEED EATER  
recommends that you retain all receipts cov-  
ering maintenance on your small off--road en-  
gine, but WEED EATER cannot deny warran-  
ty solely for the lack of receipts or for your fail-  
ure to ensure the performance of all sched-  
uled maintenance. As the small off--road en-  
gine owner, you should be aware that WEED  
EATER may deny you warranty coverage if  
your small off--road engine or a part of it has  
-- 1 3 --  
 
faileddue to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-  
nance, unapproved modifications, or the use  
of parts not made or approved by the original  
equipment manufacturer. You are responsible  
for presenting your small off--road engine to an  
WEED EATER authorized repair center as  
soon as a problem exists. Warranty repairs  
should be completed in a reasonable amount of  
time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any  
questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact your near-  
est authorized service center, call WEED EAT-  
ER at 1--800--554--6723, or send e-mailcorre-  
spondence to emission.warranty@HCOP--  
emission.com. WARRANTY COMMENCE-  
MENT DATE: The warranty period begins on  
the date the small off--road engine is pur-  
chased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This  
warranty shall be for a period of two years  
from the initial date of purchase. WHAT IS  
COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT  
OF PARTS. Repair or replacement of any  
warranted part will be performed at no charge  
to the owner at an approved WEED EATER  
servicing center. If you have any questions  
regarding your warranty rights and responsi-  
bilities, you should contact your nearest au-  
thorized service center, call WEED EATER at  
1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail correspon-  
warranted part is defective if the diagnostic  
work is performed at an approved WEED  
EATER servicing center. CONSEQUEN-  
TIAL DAMAGES: WEED EATER may be li-  
able for damages to other engine compo-  
nents caused by the failure of a warranted  
part still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT COV-  
ERED: All failures caused by abuse, neglect,  
or improper maintenance are not covered.  
ADD -ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use  
of add--on or modified parts can be grounds  
for disallowing a warranty claim. WEED EAT-  
ER is not liable to cover failures of warranted  
parts caused by the use of add--on or modi-  
fied parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you  
have any questions regarding your warranty  
rights andresponsibilities, you shouldcontact  
your nearest authorized service center, call  
WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723, or send  
e-mail correspondence to emission.warranty  
@HCOP--emission.com. WHERE TO GET  
WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty services  
or repairs shall be provided at all WEED EAT-  
ER service centers. Call: 1--800--554--6723  
or send e-mail correspondence to emission.  
warranty@HCOP--emission.com. MAINTE-  
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR  
OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any  
WEED EATER approved replacement part  
used in the performance of any warranty  
maintenance or repair on emission related  
parts will be provided without charge to the  
owner if the part is under warranty. EMIS-  
SION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS  
LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to main-  
tenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug  
(covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition  
module, muffler including catalyst (if equipped),  
fuel tank. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:  
The owner is responsible for the performance  
of all required maintenance as defined in the  
instruction manual.  
dence  
to  
emission.warranty@HCOP--  
emission.com. WARRANTY PERIOD: Any  
warranted part which is not scheduled for re-  
placement as required maintenance, or which  
is scheduled only for regular inspection to the  
effect of “repair or replaceas necessary” shall  
be warranted for 2 years. Any warranted part  
which is scheduled for replacement as re-  
quiredmaintenance shall bewarranted for the  
period of time up to the first scheduled re-  
placement point for that part. DIAGNOSIS:  
The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic  
labor which leads to the determination that a  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA and/or CALIFORNIA.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
-- 1 4 --  
 

Targus Webcam AVC0102 User Manual
Tasco Digital Camera 119215C User Manual
Tempo Treadmill EVOLVE User Manual
Toastmaster Iron WST5002ZE User Manual
Toshiba All in One Printer e STUDIO163 User Manual
Toshiba Projector TDP SW80 User Manual
Tricity Bendix Oven BS 631 2 User Manual
Uniden Portable Radio UBC 175xL User Manual
Uniden Two Way Radio GMR1438 2 User Manual
Weed Eater Lawn Mower SGT18H46A User Manual