Weed Eater 530163751 User manual

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using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS
530163751 10/9/03
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
www.weedeater.com
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
Electrolux Canada Corporation
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, ON L5R 4C2

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SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Failure to follow all
Safety Rules and Precautions can result in
serious injury.
DANGER: THIS POWER TOOL CAN
BEDANGEROUS! This unit can cause serious
injury including amputation or blindness to the
operator and others. The warnings and safety
instructions in this manual must be followed to
provide reasonable safety and efficiency in us-
ing this unit. The operator is responsible for fol-
lowing the warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the unit. Never allow children to
use this tool.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
SReadyourinstructionmanualcarefully until
you completely understand and can follow
all warningsandsafetyrules beforeoperat-
ing the unit.
DRestrict unit to users who understand and
will follow all warnings and safety rules in
this manual and on the unit.
PLAN AHEAD
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.
DAlways wear eye protection when operating,
servicing, or performing maintenance on unit.
Wearing eye protection will help to prevent
brush or debris from being thrown orricochet-
ing into eyes and face which can result in
blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protec-
tion should be marked Z87.
DWear hearing protection when using this
unit.
DSecure hair above shoulder length.Secure
or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or cloth-
ing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tas-
sels, etc. They can be caught in moving
parts.
DStay alert. Do not operate unit when you are
tired,ill,upset,orifyouareundertheinfluence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
DKeep children, bystanders, and animals
away from work area a minimum of 30 feet
(10meters) whenstartingor operatingunit.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
DEliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-
cluding smoking, open flames, or work that
cancausesparks)intheareaswherefuelis
mixed, poured, or stored.
DMix 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.
DDo not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the unit.
DDo not fill fuel tank while engine is running.
DMake sure the unit is properly assembled
and in good operating condition.
DAvoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe upfuel spills
before starting the engine.
DMove atleast 10 feet (3meters)awayfrom
fuel and fueling site before starting engine.
DAlways store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE--Blade
moves momentarily after the trigger is re-
leased. Do not attempt to clear away cut ma-
terial when the blade is in motion. Make sure
the switch is in the OFF position, the spark
plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has
stopped moving before removing jammed
materialfromthecuttingblade.Donotgrabor
hold the unit by the cutting blade.
DInspect unit before each use for worn,
loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not
use until unit is in proper working order.
DKeep outside surfaces free from oil and
fuel.
DNever start or run engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
DAvoiddangerousenvironments.Donotuse
in unventilated areas or where explosive
vapors or carbon monoxide build up could
be present.
DDo notoverreachor use from unstablesur-
faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
rooftops,etc.Keepfirmfootingandbalance
at all times.
DDo not raise unit above your shoulders; the
cutting blade can come dangerously close
to your body.
DAlways keepunit infrontofyour body.Keep
all parts ofyour body awayfrom thecutting
blade.
DKeep the cutting blade and air vents free
from debris.
DUse only for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
DHave all maintenance other than the rec-
ommendedproceduresdescribed in thein-
struction manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
DDisconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjust-
ments.
DDo not use a cutting blade that is bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way. Have worn or damaged
parts replaced by an authorized service
dealer.
DUse only recommendedWeed Eater!cut-
ting blades and replacement parts; use of
anyotherpartsmayvoidyourwarrantyand
cause damage to your unit.
DEmpty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use
upfuel leftin carburetor bystarting engineand
letting it run until it stops.
DHandcarrytheunitwiththeenginestopped
andthemufflerandcuttingbladeawayfrom
your body.
DAllow engine to cool, empty the fuel tank,
and secure the unit before storing or trans-
porting it in a vehicle.

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Allow blades to stop
before removing
them from the cut.
WARNING:
Blades can throw objects violently.
DYou can be blinded or injured.
DWear safety glasses.
WARNING:
Hazard zone for thrown objects
DBlades can throw objects violently.
DOthers can be blinded or injured.
DKeep people and animals 30 feet
(10 meters) away.
Boots
Blades move
momentarily
after the
trigger is
released.
WARNING:
Blades move momentarily after the
trigger is released.
DThe blades can seriously cut you or
others.
DAllow blades to stop before
removing them from the cut.
30 ft.
(10 m)
Safety
Glasses
DDo notstore theunit orfuel in aclosed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters,electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
DStore the unit so the cutting blade cannot
accidentally cause injury.
DStore in a dry area out of reach of children.
SAFETYNOTICE:Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
handtools could cause bloodvessel ornerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or ab-
normal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weatherhasbeenlinked tobloodvesseldam-
agein otherwise healthypeople.Ifsymptoms
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 operatepower tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical conditionand thecondi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
mentsofCaliforniaCodes4442and4443. 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
equippedwithasparkarrestingscreen. Ifyou
operateinalocalewheresuchregulationsex-
ist, youarelegally responsibleformaintaining
theoperatingconditionoftheseparts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the
SERVICE section for maintenance of the
muffler and spark arresting screen.
ASSEMBLY
NOTE:It is normalforthefuel filter torattlein
the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
Yourhedgetrimmer is fully assembled; noas-
sembly is required.

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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT. Comparetheillustrations with yourunit to familiarize yourselfwiththelocation of thevari-
ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Hand Guard
Muffler
Spark Plug
Throttle
Trigger
ON/OFF
Switch Throttle Lock
Throttle
Lock--out
Primer BulbChoke Lever Fuel Mix Fill Cap
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to stop the en-
gine. To stop engine, move switch to OFF.
CHOKE
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by
moving choke lever to the desired position. See
STARTING YOUR ENGINE for complete start-
ing information.
PRIMER BULB
ThePRIMERBULBremovesairfromthecar-
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 position.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine
speed. Squeeze the trigger for full speed opera-
tion; release it for idle speed.
WARNING: Muffler is very hotduring
and after use. Do not touch the muffler or al-
lowcombustiblematerialsuchasdrygrassor
fuel to do so.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If you donot understandthe safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.
FUELING ENGINE
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 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. A 40:1
ratio is obtainedby mixing 3.2 ounces (95ml)
of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleadedgaso-
line. DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on oil
container. Once oil is added to gasoline,
shake container momentarily to assure that
thefuel is thoroughly mixed. Always readand
follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE
FUEL WITH CAUTION.
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 storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage. To avoid engine problems,
empty the fuel system before storage for 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the en-
gine and let it run until the fuel lines andcarbure-
tor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Nev-
er use engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT POINTS
SUse theminimum throttlespeednecessary
to effectively cut hedges for optimal hedge
trimmer performance.
SNever attempt to use this hedge trimmer to
cut hedges that have any branches with a
diameter larger than 7/16"(1 cm).
OPERATING POSITION
Eye
Protection
Hearing
Protection

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STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
DTo stop the engine, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position.
STARTING YOUR ENGINE
DFuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) away from the fueling site.
DHold the unit on the groundin the starting
position as shown. Support unit so the
blade is off of the ground and away from
trees, bushes, onlookers, etc.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
Throttle Lock
Throttle
Lock-out
Throttle
Trigger
1. Move theON/OFF switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Engage the throttle lock as follows:
Dpress the throttle lock--out;
Dsqueeze and hold throttle trigger;
Dpress and hold throttle lock, then
Drelease the throttle trigger
NOTE: Keepthe throttle lock engageduntil
the engine starts.
Switch
ON OFF
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
4. MovethechokelevertotheFULLCHOKE
position.
Choke
Lever
Primer Bulb
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-
gine sounds as if it is trying to run, but do
not pull rope more than 6 times.
6. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
7. Pull starter rope sharply until the engine
runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
NOTE: If the engine doesn’t start after 6
pulls (at the HALF CHOKE position),
check to make sure theON/OFF switch is
in the ON position. Move the choke lever
to the FULL CHOKE position and press
the primer bulb 6 times; 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
doesn’t start, it is probably flooded. Pro-
ceed to STARTING A FLOODED EN-
GINE.
8. Once the engine starts, allow the engine to
run 10 seconds, then move the choke lever
totheOFFCHOKEposition.Allowtheunitto
runfor30more seconds attheOFFCHOKE
position before squeezing and releasing the
throttle trigger to release the throttle lock.
NOTE:Ifenginedieswiththechokelever
in the OFF CHOKE position, move the
choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position
and pull the rope until the engine runs, but
no more than 6 pulls.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON posi-
tion.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
3. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
4. Engage the throttle lock as directed in
STARTING A COLD ENGINE.
NOTE: Keepthe throttle lock engageduntil
the engine starts.
5. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 5 pulls.
6. Allow the engine to run 10 seconds, then
move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE
position.
7. Releasethethrottlelockby squeezingand
releasing the trigger.
NOTE: If enginehas not started,pull starter
rope5morepulls.Ifenginestill doesnotrun,it
is probablyflooded.Proceedto STARTINGA
FLOODED ENGINE.