Poulan Trimmer S31BC User Manual

Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
S31BC  
For Occasional Use Only  
DANGER:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
PELIGRO:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e  
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-  
siones graves.  
DANGER:  
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.  
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.  
250 Bobby Jones Expressway  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.  
530088130  
4/26/02  
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S Wear hearing protection.  
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors  
cannot reach sparks or open flames from  
water heaters, electric motors or switches,  
furnaces, etc.  
S Never start or run the engine inside a  
closed room or building. Breathing exhaust  
fumes can kill.  
S Keep handles free of oil and fue. l  
S Always use the handlebar and a properly  
adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see  
ASSEMBLY).  
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
CUTTING SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks,  
broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which  
can be thrown or become entangled in the  
blade or trimmer head.  
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY  
WARNING: Stop unit and disconnect  
the spark plug before performing mainte-  
nance (except carburetor adjustments).  
S Look for and replace damaged or loose  
parts before each use. Look for and repair  
fuel leaks before use. Keep unit in good  
working condition.  
S Keep others including children, animals,  
bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15  
meters) away. Stop engine immediately if  
you are approached.  
S Always keep engine on the right--hand side  
of your body.  
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,  
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other  
way. Replace trimmer head parts that are  
cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in  
any other way before using the unit.  
S Maintain unit according to recommended  
procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut-  
ting line at the proper length.  
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach.  
S Keep blade or trimmer head below waist  
level. Do not raise engine above your waist.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from  
blade, trimmer head, and muffler when en-  
gine is running. A hot muffler can cause se-  
rious burns.  
S Use only 0.080! (2 mm) diameter Snappert/  
Weed Eater" brand replacement line.  
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.  
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on  
right side of the shield will throw debris  
away from the operator.  
S Install required shield properly before using  
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal  
blade use. Use the plastic shield for all line  
trimmer use.  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
S Use only specified blade or trimmer head;  
make sure it is properly installed and se-  
curely fastened.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Stop the unit before carrying.  
S Keep muffler away from your body.  
S Allow the engine to cool and secure the unit  
before storing or transporting it in a vehicle.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbu-  
retor by starting the engine and letting it run  
until it stops.  
S Never start engine with clutch shroud re-  
moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se-  
rious injury.  
S Be sure blade or trimmer head stops turning  
when engine idles.  
S Make carburetor adjustments with the low-  
er end supported to prevent blade or trim-  
mer line from contacting any object. Hold  
unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap  
for support.  
S Store unit so the blade or line limiter blade  
cannot accidentally cause injury. The unit  
can be hung by the tube.  
S Store unit out of reach of children.  
S Keep others away when making carburetor  
adjustments.  
S Use only recommended Snappert/Weed  
Eaterr accessories and replacement parts.  
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-  
plained in this manual performed by your au-  
thorized service dealer.  
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 ab-  
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold  
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-  
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 med-  
ical attention. An anti--vibration system does  
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-  
lems. Users who operate power tools on a  
continual and regular basis must monitor  
closely their physical condition and the condi-  
tion of this tool.  
FUEL SAFETY  
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.  
S Keep away from sparks or flames.  
S Use a container approved for fuel.  
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or  
the unit or while using the unit.  
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel  
spills before starting engine.  
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from  
fueling site before starting engine.  
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re-  
moving fuel cap.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans- with a temperature limiting muffler and spark  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car- arresting screen which meets the require-  
buretor by starting the engine and letting it ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All  
run until it stops.  
U.S. forest land and the states of California,  
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Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore- to do so is a violation of the law. For normal  
gon, and Washington require by law that homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-  
many internal combustion engines be ing screen will not require any service. After  
equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you 50 hours of use, we recommend that your  
operate in a locale where such regulations ex- muffler be serviced or replaced by your autho-  
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining rized service dealer.  
the operating condition of these parts. Failure  
ASSEMBLY  
CARTON CONTENTS  
Check carton contents against the following  
list:  
Handlebar  
S Brushcutter  
S Blade shield screws (4)  
S Cupped washer  
S Large nut for installing blades  
S Hex wrench  
S Metal shield  
S Plastic shield  
S Shoulder strap with warning  
S 4--point weed blade  
S Trimmer head (assembled on unit)  
S Handlebar (assembled on unit)  
S Wing nut (screwed onto shield)  
S Container of oil  
2. Rotate handlebar/clamp counterclock-  
wise toward engine until clamp falls into  
groove of base.  
Handlebar  
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-  
connect spark plug before performing any as-  
sembly procedures.  
Handlebar  
Clamp  
Clamp  
Knob  
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-  
Clamp  
Base  
aged parts.  
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.  
TOOLS REQUIRED  
S Hex wrench (provided)  
S Adjustable wrench  
3. Place the handlebar in a comfortable  
position.  
4. Retighten handlebar by turning clamp  
knob clockwise until handlebar is secure  
and stationary in clamp base (clamp  
knob can not be overtightened).  
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP  
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap  
and handlebar adjustments are required before  
starting the engine.  
1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and  
balance before starting the engine or begin-  
ning a cutting operation.  
ADJUST AND SECURE THE HAN-  
DLEBAR  
DANGER: To avoid serious injury, the  
barrier portion of the handlebar must be ad-  
justed and remain installed as shown to pro-  
vide a barrier between operator and the spin-  
ning blade. The handlebar clamp must be  
positioned between the arrows on the handle-  
bar decal.  
2. Insert your right arm and head through  
the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on  
your left shoulder. Make sure the danger  
sign is on your back and the hook is to the  
right side of your waist.  
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoulder  
strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoul-  
der.  
1. Lift handlebar to upright position.  
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be  
about 6 inches below the waist.  
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located  
between the trigger handle and the handle-  
bar clamp base and lift the tool to the oper-  
ating position.  
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CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT  
Bracket  
You can configure your unit using a cutting  
head for grass and light weeds, or a weed  
blade for cutting grass, weeds, and brush up  
to 1/2 inch in diameter. To assemble your unit,  
go to the section for the desired configuration  
and follow the instructions.  
Slot  
Wing Nut  
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --  
TRIMMER HEAD  
Gearbox  
Dust Cup  
Shield  
TRIMMER  
HEAD  
Retaining Washer  
NOTE: Make sure all parts are properly  
installed as shown in the illustration before  
installing the trimmer head.  
5. Push in locking lever and hold.  
6. Rotate dust cup until the locking lever  
falls into one of the grooves.  
NOTE: Remove the blade and metal shield be-  
fore attaching the plastic shield and trimmer  
head. To remove blade, push in locking lever  
and hold. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever  
falls into one of the grooves in the dust cup.  
Continue to hold the locking lever. This will keep  
the shaft from turning while loosening the blade  
nut. Remove blade nut by turning clockwise.  
Release locking lever. Remove both washers  
and blade. To remove metal shield, loosen and  
remove the four mounting screws. See AT-  
TACHING THE METAL SHIELD and INSTAL-  
LATION OF THE METAL BLADE for illustra-  
tions. Be sure to store all parts and instructions  
for future use.  
Locking Lever  
7. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will  
keep the shaft from turning while tighten-  
ing the trimmer head.  
8. Thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the  
direction shown on the decal. Tighten un-  
til secure.  
9. Release locking lever.  
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION -- WEED  
BLADE  
ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD  
AND TRIMMER HEAD  
WARNING: The shield must be prop-  
erly installed. The shield provides partial  
protection to the operator and others from the  
risk of thrown objects, and is equipped with a  
line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the  
proper length. The line limiter blade (on un-  
derside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.  
1. Remove wing nut from shield.  
WEED  
BLADE  
2. Insert bracket into slot on shield.  
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole  
in bracket.  
4. Tighten the wing nut securely.  
NOTE: Remove the trimmer head and plas-  
tic shield before attaching the metal shield  
and installing the weed blade. To remove the  
trimmer head, push in locking lever and hold.  
Rotate trimmer head until the locking lever  
falls into one of the grooves in the dust cup.  
Continue to hold in locking lever. This will  
keep the shaft from turning while loosening  
the cutting head. To remove the plastic shield,  
loosen and remove wing nut. Pivot shield to  
release bracket from slot. See INSTALLA-  
TION OF THE CUTTING HEAD and AT-  
TACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD for illustra-  
NOTE: If your unit has a plastic cover over  
the threads on the threaded shaft, remove the  
covering to expose the threads. Before  
installing the trimmer head, make sure the  
dust cup and retaining washer are positioned  
on the gearbox as shown below.  
tions.  
Be sure to store all parts and  
instructions for future use. Never use the  
trimmer head with the metal blade installed.  
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3. Make sure the raised part of the retaining  
washer is facing the gearbox and the  
raised area fits into the hole in the center  
of the blade.  
ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD  
WARNING: The metal shield must  
be properly installed on the tool anytime the  
tool is used with a blade. The forward tip of the  
metal shield helps to reduce the occurrence  
of blade thrust which can cause serious injury  
such as amputation to the operator or by-  
standers. Failure to install the shield in the  
position shown can result in serious injury to  
the operator. The length of the shield must be  
aligned with the length of the tube.  
4. Slide the blade and retaining washer onto  
the shaft of the gearbox.  
5. Place the cupped washer onto the shaft.  
Make sure the cupped side of the washer  
is toward the blade.  
6. Install the blade nut by threading onto the  
shaft counterclockwise.  
Gearbox  
1. Place the metal shield under the gearbox,  
and align the screw holes.  
Shield  
Gearbox  
Dust Cup  
Shield  
Threaded Shaft  
de  
Retaining  
Washer  
Cupped  
Washer  
Nut  
2. Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws  
through the holes of the gearbox and the  
metal shield. Tighten evenly and secure-  
ly with the hex wrench provided.  
INSTALLATION OF THE METAL  
BLADE  
NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as il-  
lustrated, and the blade is sandwiched between  
the dust cup and the retaining washer. There  
should be no space between the blade and the  
dust cup or the retaining washer.  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
7. Push in locking lever and hold.  
when handling or performing maintenance on  
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and 8. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever  
can cut you even when it is not moving.  
falls into one of the grooves in the dust  
cup.  
WARNING: Do not use any blades, or  
fastening hardware other than the washers and  
nuts shown in the following illustrations. These  
parts must be provided by Poulan/Weed Eater  
and installed as shown below. Failure to use  
proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and  
seriously hurt you or others.  
Locking Lever  
NOTE: The dust cup and retaining washer are 9. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will  
located on the gearbox shaft and not in the parts  
bag. All other fasteners mentioned in the follow-  
ing assembly steps are in the parts bag.  
keep the shaft from turning while tightening  
the blade nut.  
10. Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench.  
11. Release locking lever.  
1. Remove the retaining washer from the  
threaded shaft of the gearbox. Leave the 12. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds  
dust cup on the shaft.  
against the shield, or appears to be uneven,  
the blade is not centered, and you must re-  
install.  
2. Install the blade and the retaining washer  
over the threaded shaft.  
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OPERATIO
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Blade  
ON/STOP SWITCH  
CHOKE  
The ON/STOP switch is used to stop the  
engine. To stop the engine, push and release  
the engine ON/STOP switch.  
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 OFF CHOKE position.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-  
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.  
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling  
your unit.  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
IMPORTANT  
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.  
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.  
FUELING ENGINE  
To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel sys-  
tem before storage 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 prod-  
ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage  
may occur.  
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. Mix gaso-  
line and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is ob-  
tained 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 con-  
tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake  
See the STORAGE section for additional in-  
formation.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
S To stop the engine, push and release the  
engine ON/STOP switch. The switch will  
automatically return to the ON position.  
Wait 5 seconds before attempting to restart  
unit to allow switch to reset.  
container momentarily to assure that the fuel S If engine does not stop, move choke lever  
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow  
to FULL CHOKE position.  
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Choke  
position  
decal  
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HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls. 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 starter  
rope until the engine runs, but no more than  
6 pulls. If the engine doesn’t start, repeat  
procedure 2 additional times.  
WARNING: The trimmer head will  
turn while starting the engine. Avoid any con-  
tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause  
serious burns.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel)  
NOTE: If engine still doesn’t start, it is  
probably flooded. Proceed to STARTING A  
FLOODED ENGINE.  
Starting Position  
8. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 se-  
conds, then move the choke lever to OFF  
CHOKE by aligning lever with position  
shown on decal (see illustration below). Al-  
low the unit to run for 30 more seconds at  
OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle  
trigger. NOTE: If engine dies with the  
choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position,  
move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE  
position and pull the rope until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls.  
Starter Handle  
Choke  
Lever  
Primer Bulb  
Muffler  
Choke  
position  
decal  
1. Set unit on a flat surface.  
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
3. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE by  
aligning lever with position shown on de-  
cal (see illustration below).  
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 engine runs smoothly.  
Choke  
position  
decal  
3. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 5 pulls.  
4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then  
move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE  
position.  
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter  
rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run, it  
is probably flooded.  
4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-  
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do Flooded engines can be started by placing  
not pull rope more than 6 times.  
the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position;  
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex-  
cess fuel. This could require pulling the starter  
handle many times depending on how badly  
the unit is flooded.  
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying  
to start, move choke lever to HALF  
CHOKE by aligning lever with position  
shown on decal (see illustration below).  
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If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE  
The trimmer line will advance approximately 2  
in. (5 cm) each time the bottom of the trimmer  
head is tapped on the ground with the engine  
running at full throttle.  
OPERATING POSITION  
The most efficient line length is the maximum  
length allowed by the line limiter.Always keep  
the shield in place when the tool is being oper-  
ated.  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Eye Protection  
To advance line:  
S Operate the engine at full throttle.  
S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above  
the grassy area.  
S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly  
on the ground one time. Approximately 2 in.  
(5 cm) of line will be advanced with each  
tap.  
Long Pants  
Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy  
area. Tapping on surfaces such as concrete  
or asphalt can cause excessive wear to the  
trimmer head.If the line is worn down to 2  
inches (5 cm) or less, more than one tap will  
be required to obtain the most efficient line  
length.  
Boots  
Cut from your left to your right.  
WARNING: Use only 0.080! (2 mm)  
diameter line. Other sizes of line will not ad-  
vance properly and can cause serious 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.  
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto  
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-  
lowing:  
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.  
S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar  
grip with your left hand.  
S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with  
finger on throttle trigger.  
S Keep unit below waist level.  
S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your  
left shoulder and danger sign centered on  
your back.  
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left  
shoulder.  
S Without bending over, keep the blade or  
trimmer head near and parallel to the  
ground and not crowded into material being  
cut.  
CUTTING METHODS  
WARNING: Use minimum speed  
and do not crowd the line when cutting around  
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),  
which can damage the trimmer head, become  
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a  
serious hazard.  
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.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD  
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.  
Before trimming, bring engine to a speed suffi-  
cient to cut material to be trimmed.  
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.  
S The line will easily remove grass and  
weeds from around walls, fences, trees and  
flower beds, but it also can cut the tender  
bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.  
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full  
throttle to increase line life and decrease  
head wear, especially:  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow  
the engine to return to idle speed when not  
cutting.  
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 throttle for  
a good clean job.  
To stop engine:  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Push and release the engine ON/STOP  
switch.  
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TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer  
head about 3 in. (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.  
Trimming  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
USE WITH WEED BLADE  
S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs  
when using a bladed unit. This reaction can  
cause serious injury such as amputation.  
Carefully study this section. It is important that  
you understand what causes blade thrust,  
how you can reduce the chance of its  
occurring, and how you can remain in control  
of unit if blade thrust occurs.  
S WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST -- Blade  
Thrust can occur when the spinning blade  
contacts an object that it does not cut. This  
contact causes the blade to stop for an instant  
and then suddenly move or “thrust” away  
from the object that was hit. The “thrusting”  
reaction can be violent enough to cause the  
operator to be propelled in any direction and  
lose control of the unit. The uncontrolled unit  
can cause serious injury if the blade contacts  
the operator or others.  
SCALPING -- The scalping technique removes  
unwanted vegetation down to the ground. Hold  
the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8  
cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow the  
tip of the line to strike the ground around trees,  
posts, monuments, etc. This technique in-  
creases line wear.  
S WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS --  
Blade Thrust can occur without warning if  
the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is  
more likely to occur in areas where it is  
difficult to see the material being cut. By  
using the unit properly, the occurrence of  
blade thrust will be reduced and the  
operator will be less likely to lose control.  
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.  
S Cut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up  
to 1/2 inch in diameter with the weed blade.  
Do not let the blade contact material it  
cannot cut such as stumps, rocks, fences,  
metal, etc., or clusters of hard, woody brush  
having a diameter greater than 1/2 inch.  
S Keep the blade sharp. A dull blade is more  
likely to snag and thrust.  
S Cut only at full throttle. The blade will have  
maximum cutting power and is less likely to  
bind or stall.  
S “Feed” the blade deliberately and not too  
rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed  
too rapidly.  
SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotating S Cut only from your left to your right. Cutting on  
line can be used to blow away loose debris from  
an area. Keep the line parallel to and above the  
right side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
area surface and swing the tool from side to S Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip  
side.  
on the unit with both hands. A properly  
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adjusted shoulder strap will support the S Maintain good firm footing while using the  
weight of the unit, freeing your arms and  
hands to control and guide the cutting motion.  
unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a  
comfortable apart position.  
S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and S Cut while swinging the upper part of your  
braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of  
body from left to right.  
unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and S As you move forward to the next area to cut,  
balance.  
be sure to maintain your balance and  
footing.  
S Keep blade below waist level; it will be  
easier to maintain control of unit.  
S Do not raise the engine above your waist as  
the blade can come dangerously close to  
your body.  
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION  
2 o’clock  
Cut using the 2  
S Do not swing unit with such force that you  
are in danger of losing your balance.  
Bring the engine to cutting speed before en-  
tering the material to be cut.If the blade does  
not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger,  
make sure tube is fully inserted into the en-  
gine.  
o’clock to 4 o’clock  
position of the  
blade  
4 o’clock  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow  
engine to return to idle speed when not cut-  
WARNING: The operator or others  
ting. The blade should not turn while the en- must not try to clear away cut material with the  
gine is running at idle. If the blade turns at idle, engine running or the blade turning to avoid  
do not use your unit. Refer to the CARBURE-  
TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your  
authorized service dealer.  
serious injury. Stop engine and blade before  
removing materials wrapped around blade or  
tube.  
MAINTENANCE  
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to  
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor  
chamber when the cover is removed.  
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re-  
lease air filter cover.  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
S Assist Handle Screw  
S Debris Shield  
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. Add a few drops of oil to the filter;  
squeeze the filter to distribute oil.  
6. Replace parts.  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP  
switch functions properly by pushing and  
releasing the switch. Make sure engine  
stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to  
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart  
engine and continue  
Air Filter  
Button  
Air Filter  
Cover  
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.  
REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure  
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set  
spark plug gap at 0.025 in. Ignition timing is  
fixed and nonadjustable.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-  
CALS  
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.  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and  
discard.  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
socket wrench..  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
CLEAN 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.  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the  
REPLACING THE LINE  
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows  
found on the spool.  
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap  
button.  
6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3  
to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.  
7. Insert the lines into the the exit holes in  
the hub as shown in the illustration.  
8. Align the notches with the line exit holes.  
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into  
place.  
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.  
3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two  
lengths of 12-1/2 feet of 0.080! (2 mm) di-  
ameter Snappert/Weed Eaterr brand line.  
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,  
string, etc., which can break off and become a  
dangerous missile.  
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1  
cm) into the small holes on the inside of  
spool.  
10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub  
to release the lines from the notches.  
BLADE REPLACEMENT  
Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re-  
placement instructions and illustrations.  
Spool  
Small  
Holes  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.  
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.  
We recommend that you take your unit to an  
authorized service dealer. Damage will occur  
if you turn the needles beyond the limiter  
stops.  
Line exit holes  
Line in Notch  
Line in Notch  
Hub  
STORAGE  
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits  
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline  
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-  
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer  
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after  
adding stabilizer.  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting.  
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  
S Clean air filter.  
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,  
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,  
or worn parts.  
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 At the beginning of the next season, use  
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to  
oil ratio.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
OTHER  
FUEL SYSTEM  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-  
TION section of this manual, see message la-  
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-  
sohol in your engine.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the  
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
1. Engine flooded.  
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. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
5. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
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  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
and regap.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
5. Compression low.  
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
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. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,  
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments  
warrants to the original purchaser that each explained in the instruction manual.  
new Snappert brand gasoline tool or attach-  
ment 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.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.NO CLAIMS FOR CON-  
SEQUENTIAL OROTHER DAMAGES WILL  
BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO  
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EX-  
CEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY 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 CON-  
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT  
APPLY TO YOU.  
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income produc-  
ing purposes.  
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 spe- The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX  
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its  
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi-  
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune- PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to  
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat- change, modify, or discontinue models, de-  
ing head parts that will wear and require  
signs, specifications, and accessories of all  
replacement with reasonable use during the products at any time without notice or obliga-  
warranty period. This warranty does not cov- tion to any purchaser.  
U.S. EPA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-  
maintenance. As the small off--road engine  
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection owner, you should be aware that POULAN/  
Agency and POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVI-  
SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS, INC.,  
WEED EATER may deny you warranty cover-  
age if your small off--road engine or a part of it  
are pleased to explain the emissions control has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-  
system warranty on your year 2001--2004 small tenance, unapproved modifications, or the use  
off--road engine. POULAN/WEED EATER of parts not made or approved by the original  
must warrant the emission control system on equipment manufacturer. You are responsible  
your small off--road engine for the periods of for presenting your small off--road engine to a  
time listed below provided there has been no POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repair  
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty  
your small off--road engine. Your emission con- repairs should be completed in a reasonable  
trol system includes parts such as the carbure-  
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you  
tor and the ignition system. Where a warrant- have any questions regarding your warranty  
able condition exists, POULAN/WEED EATER rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
will repair your small off--road engine at no cost your nearest authorized service center or call  
to you. Expenses covered under warranty in-  
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC- WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The  
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any  
warranty period begins on the date the small  
POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.  
emissions related part on your engine (as listed off--road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF  
under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a peri-  
defective or a defect in the materials or work- od of two years from the initial date of purchase.  
manship of the engine causes the failure of such WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-  
an emission related part, the part will be repaired PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or replace-  
or replaced by POULAN/WEED EATER.  
ment of any warranted part will be performed at  
no charge to the owner at an approved POU-  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-  
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner, you LAN/WEED EATER servicing center. If you  
are responsible for the performance of the re- have any questions regarding your warranty  
quired maintenance listed in your instruction rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
manual. POULAN/WEED EATER recom-  
your nearest authorized service center or call  
mends that you retain all receipts covering POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.  
maintenance on your small off--road engine, but WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part  
POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny warran-  
which is not scheduled for replacement as re-  
ty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure quired maintenance, or which is scheduled only  
to ensure the performance of all scheduled for regular inspection to the effect of ”repair or  
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replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2  
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled  
CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding  
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you  
for replacement as required maintenance shall should contact your nearest authorized service  
be warranted for the period of time up to the first center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at  
scheduled replacement point for that part. 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-  
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged  
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-  
for diagnostic labor which leads to the deter- pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED  
mination that a warranted part is defective if the EATER service centers. Call 1--800--554--6723.  
diagnostic work is performed at an approved MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-  
POULAN/WEED EATER servicing center.  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POULAN/  
PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any  
POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-  
WEED EATER may be liable for damages to ment part used in the performance of any war-  
other engine components caused by the failure ranty maintenance or repair on emission related  
of a warranted part still under warranty. WHAT parts will be provided without charge to the own-  
IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by  
er if the part is under warranty. EMISSION  
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-  
not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered  
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.  
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is  
POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover responsible for the performance of all required  
failures of warranted parts caused by the use of maintenance as defined in the instruction  
add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A manual.  
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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