Weed Eater 530088959 Trimmer User Manual
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1. Handle tube N Screws Ne N w Lower Tube Starter Rope ye 7 NOTE When performing the following step be sure the starter rope is not caught under the cable clamp The starter rope must hang freely to operate properly e Align the cable clamp between the tube screws Install the cable clamp around the tube and throttle cable 4 Cable Clamp Throttle cable a FUEL YOUR UNIT WARNING Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling This engine is certified to operate on un leaded gasoline Before operation gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2 cycle air cooled engine oil We recommend Poulan Weed Eater brand oil Mix gasoline and oil ata ratio of 40 1 A 40 1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3 2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline DO NOT use automotive oil or boat 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 STARTING STOPPING YOUR ENGINE e To stop a running engine move the switch to the OFF position If engine does not stop move choke lever to FULL CHOKE position STARTING YOUR ENGINE A DANGER The cutting blade will turn when the engine starts WARNING Avoid any contact with the muffler A hot muffler can cause s2. WEED EATER 9 Please do not return unit to retailer m Z Q E un x Trademark Por favor no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra Veuillez ne pas retourner l outil au d taillant 1 800 554 6723 www weedeater com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions PE550 Q 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 le siones graves AVERTISSEMENT Lire le manuel d instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse ments et toutes les instructions de s curit Tout d faut de le faire pourrait entra ner des blessures graves TONVdS3 Electrolux Home Products North America Div of WCI Outdoor Products Inc Augusta GA 30907 2 From the Electrolux Group The world s No 1 choice KITCHEN CLEANING AND OUTDOOR APPLIANCES COMBINED SIV NVY H4 Copyright 2001 WCI Outdoor Products Inc 530088959 10 26 01 SAFETY RULES WARNING When using gardening appliances basic safety precautions must al ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury Read and follow all instruc tions This power unit can be dangerous Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual Read entire i
3. in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or re place under this warranty any defective gaso line product or attachment as follows from the original date of purchase 2 YEARS Parts and Labor when used for household purposes 90 DAYS Parts and Labor when used for com mercial professional or income producing pur poses 30 DAYS Parts and Labor if used for rental purposes This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling improper maintenance or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA for this tool Additionally this warranty does not cover tune ups spark plugs filters etc that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period This warranty does not 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 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 LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA S policy is to cont
4. timing is fixed nonadjustable SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug yearly using a Cham pion RCJ 8Y plug Spark plug gap is 0 025 BLADE MAINTENANCE A WARNING The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released Make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade Always replace a blade that is bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Never attempt to straighten and reuse a damaged blade Use only specified replace ment blade e The blade is reversible When the cutting edge on one side becomes worn turn the blade over e Check blade for flatness periodically Lay the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flat ness Throw away a blade that is not flat BLADE REPLACEMENT WARNING Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury e To remove the blade insert a screwdriver into the hole in the gearbox then remove the nut clockwise washer and blade from the blade shaft e Align the flat area of the blade opening with the flat side of the shaft Place the new blade on the shaft e Install the washer and nut turn nut counter clockwise on the blade shaft e Bind blade by inserting a screwdriver in to the hole in the gearbox then firmly tighten nut with a wrench TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE A WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect
5. EL WITH CAUTION IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are not sparks or flames Always store gasoline in a container ap proved for flammable liquids Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit do not smoke while using the unit Make sure the unit is properly assembled and in good operating condition Avoid spilling fuel or oil Wipe up all fuel spills before starting unit Move at least 10 feet 3 meters away from fueling site before starting engine Stop engine and allow to cool before re moving fuel cap Do not store the unit with fuel in the fuel tank use up fuel left in the carburetor and fuel line by starting the unit and letting it run until it stops Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va pors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE e Do not grasp or hold exposed blade e Stop unit before leaving work area A WARNING Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is released e The blade can seriously cut you or others e Allow blade to stop before removing it from the cut WARNING Read Operator s Manual e Follow all warnings and instructions e Failure to do so can result in serious injury e Allow unit to cool run fuel out of the fuel tank and secure the unit before storing or transporting it in a vehicle Before storing use up fuel left in the car
6. bu retor by starting the unit and letting it run un til it stops Always allow the unit to cool be fore storage Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Store unit so blade cannot accidentally cause injury e Store unit out of reach of children If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment If you need assistance call 1 800 554 6723 SPECIAL NOTICE This unit is not 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 Ida ho Maine Minnesota New Jersey Oregon and Washington require by law that many inter nal combustion engines be equipped with a spark arrestor screen If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist you are legally re sponsible for installing and maintaining the oper ating condition of these parts Failure to do so is a violation of the law SPECIAL 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 stren
7. ds at OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle trigger NOTE If engine dies with the choke lever at the OFF CHOKE position move the choke le ver to HALF CHOKE and pull the rope until engine runs STARTING A WARM ENGINE THAT HAS NOT RUN OUT OF FUEL e Make sure switch is in ON position e Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position e Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until the en gine runs smoothly e Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 5 pulls e Allow engine to run 10 seconds then move the choke lever to OFF CHOKE position Re lease the throttle trigger NOTE If engine has not started pull starter rope 5 more pulls If engine still does not run it is probably flooded Proceed to STARTINGA FLOODED ENGINE STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the switch in the ON position and the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger then pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel This could require pulling the starter rope many times de pending on how badly the unit is flooded USING YOUR UNIT EDGING As you become familiar with your edger you will be able to determine your own operating pace Conditions such as depth of cut and material being cut will regulate the speed and time required for your edging job e Allow the engine to warm up for one minute before you begin edg
8. e cut material nor hold material to be cut when engine is run ning or when cutting member is moving Make sure spark plug is disconnected when cleaning jammed material from cut ting member Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the area of operation Use care in directing dis charge to avoid glass enclosures automo biles and the like Don t overreach or stand on unstable sup port Keep good footing and balance at all times UNIT SAFETY Inspect entire unit before each use Re place damaged parts Check for fuel leaks Make sure all fasteners are in place and se curely fastened Maintain the unit according to recom mended procedures Throw away blades that are bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Replace parts that are cracked chipped or damaged before using the unit Use only recommended Weed Eater parts and accessories Never use wire wire rope string flailing devices etc Disconnect the spark plug before perform ing maintenance except carburetor adjust ments Be sure the blade stops turning when the engine idles see CARBURETOR AD JUSTMENTS Remove the blade before making carbure tor adjustments Hold the unit by hand Do not make carburetor adjustments from the blade side of the unit Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments Never start the unit with the gearbox re moved The clutch can fly off and cause se rious injury Ha
9. erious burns e Rest the unit on the ground Support the unit so the blade is off of the ground and away from trees bushes onlookers etc STARTING POSITION LO STARTING A COLD ENGINE OR A WARM ENGINE AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL e Make sure switch is in ON position e Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times e Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE posi tion Choke Lever e Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until the en gine runs smoothly Primer bulb e Pull starter rope sharply 5 times NOTE The engine may sound as if it is trying to start before the 5th pull If so go to the next step immediately e Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position e Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls NOTE If the engine has not started after 6 pulls at HALF CHOKE check to make sure the choke lever is in the proper position Then 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 more pulls If the engine still has not started it is probably flooded Proceed to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE e Allow the engine to run 10 seconds then move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE position Allow the unit to run for 30 more secon
10. gth 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 oe condition and the condition of this too SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY NOTE If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged call 1 800 554 6723 ASSEMBLY A WARNING If received assembled repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure This instruction manual has been developed to help you assemble the unit and to provide its safe operation Itis important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the unit before you begin assembly Read your instruction manual Tools you will need e Adjustable wrench e Hex wrench provided TUBE ASSEMBLY NOTE When performing the following step be sure the handle is aligned as follows label on top throttle trigger to the operator s right hand side The starter rope and the throttle cable must not wrap around the tube Throttle trigger gt kave e Assemble handle tube to the lower tube it will be necessary to pull some of the starter rope out of the housing e Align the screw holes insert the screws through the aligned holes e Thread one locknut onto each screw and tighten securely
11. ing Increase the engine speed before placing the blade inthe cut For best operation run the engine at full throttle while cutting Keep you edging path straight by aligning the blade guide rib on the rear of the blade guard with the edge of the sidewalk Keep all wheels flat on the walkway Blade Guide Rib Always work going away from people and solid objects such as walls large stones trees automobiles etc Be careful when edging near trees or valu able plants The high speed metal blade may cut roots and cause damage to the plants If the blade stalls immediately move the unit rearward slightly to allow the blade to restart If the blade continues to stall stop the engine disconnect the spark plug and inspect for blockage or damage Always keep the blade area clean Stop the engine make sure the blade has complete ly stopped turning and disconnect the spark plug before cleaning SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH WARNING Never attempt to adjust the depth adjusting skid when the engine is running Always release the throttle trigger wait until the blade stops turning move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position and dis connect spark plug before making adjust ments Your edger is equipped with several edging depths The depth used will depend on your personal edging preference and the condition of the area where the edging opera tion is to be done NOTE If the area to be edged has never been cut or several
12. inuously improve its products Therefore ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA 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 EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA TIONS The U S Environmental Protection Agency and POULAN WEED EATER DIVI SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your lawn and garden equipment engine All new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the stringent anti smog stan dards POULAN WEED EATER must warrant the emission control system on your lawn and garden equipment engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn and garden equipment engine Your emission control system includes parts such as the car buretor and the ignition system Where a war rantable condition exits POULAN WEED EAT ER will repair your lawn and garden equipment engine at no cost to you Expenses covered un der warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVER AGE If any emissions related part on your en gine as listed under Emissions Control Warran ty Parts List is defective or a defect in the materials or workmanship of the engine causes the fai
13. lure of such an emission related part the part will be repaired or replaced by POULAN WEED EATER OWNER S WARRANTY RE SPONSIBILITIES As the lawn and garden equipment engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required mainte nance listed in your instruction manual POU LAN WEED EATER recommends that you re tain all receipts covering maintenance on your lawn and garden equipment engine but POU LAN WEED EATER cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled main tenance As the lawn and garden equipment engine owner you should be aware that POU LAN WEED EATER may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn and garden equipment engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse ne glect improper maintenance unapproved mod ifications or the use of parts not made or ap proved by the original equipment manufacturer You are responsible for presenting your lawn and garden equipment engine to a POULAN 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 re sponsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call POULAN WEED EATER at 1 800 554 6723 WAR RANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The war ranty period begins on the date the lawn and garden equipment engine is pu
14. nstruction manual before using unit Be thor oughly familiar with the controls and the prop er use ofthe unit Restrict the use of this unit to persons who have read understand and will follow the instructions and warnings on the unit and in the manual Never allow chil dren to operate this unit OPERATOR SAFETY Dress properly Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op erating or performing maintenance on your unit safety glasses are available Eye protection should meet the requirements of ANSI 287 1 Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Do not go bare foot or wear sandals Secure hair above shoulder length Se cure or remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging ties straps tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning blade Stay alert Do not operate when you are tired ill upset or under the influence of al cohol drugs or medication Watch what you are doing use common sense Wear hearing protection when using this unit Never start or run inside a closed room building or other unventilated area Breath ing exhaust fumes can kill Keep handles free of oil and fuel Satety Glasses Boots Always use the handle Keep hands and feet away from cutting area Do not attempt to remov
15. ounds for disallowing a warranty claim POULAN 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 POULAN WEED EATER at 1 800 554 6723 WHERE TO GET WAR RANTY SERVICE Warranty services or re pairs shall be provided at all POULAN WEED EATER service centers call 1 800 554 6723 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT AND RE PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS Any POULAN WEED EATER approved replace ment part used in the performance of any war ranty maintenance or repair on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the own er if the part is under warranty EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST Car buretor Ignition System Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule Ignition Module MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the instruction manu al
16. rchased 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 re placement of any warranted part will be per formed at no charge to the owner at an ap proved POULAN WEED EATER servicing center If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call POULAN WEED EATER at 1 800 554 6723 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 ef fect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required main tenance shall be 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 warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an ap proved POULAN WEED EATER servicing cen ter CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES POU LAN WEED EATER may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the fail ure of a warranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED 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 gr
17. spark plug before performing any of the recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not e Engine flooded See Starting start e Fuel tank empty e Fill tank with correct fuel mixture Spark plug not firing e Install new spark plug Fuel not reaching carburetor Carburetor requires adjustment Check for dirty fuel filter replace Check for kinked or split fuel line repair or replace Contact your authorized service dealer Engine will not Carburetor requires See Carburetor Adjustments idle properly adjustment Engine will not e Air filter dirty e Clean or replace air filter accelerate e Spark plug fouled e Clean or replace spark plug lacks power or and re gap dies under a e Carburetor requires e See Carburetor Adjustments load adjustment Fuel mixture incorrect e Air filter dirty e Carburetor requires adjustment Engine smokes excessively Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture Clean or replace air filter e See Carburetor Adjustments NEED ASSISTANCE Need Assistance Call 1 800 554 6723 Need Service Parts Contact your dealer LIMITED WARRANTY ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA Division of WCI Outdoor Prod ucts Inc warrants to the original purchaser that each new Weed Eater brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects
18. ve all maintenance and service not ex plained in this manual performed by an au thorized authorized service dealer A WARNING Blade can throw objects violently e You can be blinded or injured e Wear safety glasses WARNING Hazard zone for thrown objects e Blade can throw objects violently e Others can be blinded or injured e Keep people and animals 50 feet 15 m away Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is released Allow blade to stop before removing it from the cut FZ EC Labels si s Manual EDGING SAFETY e Inspect the area to be edged before each use Remove objects rocks broken glass nails wire string etc which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap around the shaft e Keep others including children animals bystanders and helpers at least 50 feet 15 meters away Stop the unit immediately if you are approached e Hold the unit firmly with both hands Keep firm footing and balance Do not over reach or stand on unstable support Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when the engine is running or when cutting member is moving e Always keep the wheels and skid in contact with the ground Keep all parts of your body away from the blade and muffler e Always push the unit slowly over the ground Stay alert for uneven sidewalks holes in the terrain large roots etc e Use only for jobs explained in this manual HANDLE FU
19. weeks have passed since the last cut the first edging should be done at no more than half depth To set the depth e Move the depth control lever forward for shallower edging e Move the depth control lever backward for deeper edging Depth Adjusting Skid When edging the trigger handle must be raised until the skid rests on the ground The trigger handle must be held in the raised posi tion during the entire edging operation to maintain a consistent edging depth DEPTH ADJUSTING SKID The surface of the depth adjusting skid will wear over a period of time This part is revers ible to provide a second wear surface e Remove the two mounting screws which hold the skid to the support arm e Rotate the skid 180 degrees e Reinstall the mounting screws EDGING TIPS Inspect unit before each use Inspect the area to be cut before each use Keep unit in front of your body Cut at full throttle Keep the wheels and skid in contact with the ground Always work going away from others SERVICE We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an authorized authorized service dealer CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps Damage will occur if you turn the needles be yond the limiter caps Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task We recommend that you take your unit to an authorized authorized service dealer IGNITION TIMING Ignition
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