Poulan Trimmer S31SNGBC User Manual

Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
S31SNGBC  
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.  
530163728  
11/11/02  
 
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,  
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards  
is recommended.  
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.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car-  
buretor by starting the engine and letting it  
run until it stops.  
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors  
cannot reach sparks or open flames from  
water heaters, electric motors or switches,  
furnaces, etc.  
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go  
barefoot or wear sandals.  
S Secure hair above shoulder lengt.h Secure  
or remove loose clothing and jewelry or cloth-  
ing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels,  
etc. They can be caught in moving parts.  
S Being fully covered also helps protect you  
from debris and pieces of toxic plants  
thrown by spinning line/blade.  
S Stay Alert. Do not operate unit when you are  
tired, ill, upset or under influence of alcohol,  
drugs, or medication. Watch what you are do-  
ing; use common sense.  
S Wear hearing protection.  
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).  
CUTTING SAFETY  
UNIT/MAINTENANCE 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.  
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 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 Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on  
right side of the shield will throw debris  
away from the operator.  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S 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.  
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 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 Use only 0.080! (2 mm) diameter Snappert/  
Weed Eater" brand replacement line.  
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.  
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 specified blade or trimmer head;  
make sure it is properly installed and se-  
curely fastened.  
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 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.  
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.  
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-  
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age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms U.S. forest land and the states of California,  
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-  
strength, change in skin color or texture, or gon, and Washington require by law that  
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, many internal combustion engines be  
discontinue the use of this tool and seek med- equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you  
ical attention. An anti--vibration system does operate in a locale where such regulations ex-  
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob- ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining  
lems. Users who operate power tools on a  
the operating condition of these parts. Failure  
continual and regular basis must monitor to do so is a violation of the law. For normal  
closely their physical condition and the condi- homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-  
tion of this tool.  
ing screen will not require any service. After  
50 hours of use, we recommend that your  
muffler be serviced or replaced by your autho-  
rized service dealer.  
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  
ASSEMBLY  
CARTON CONTENTS  
Check carton contents against the following  
list:  
Coupr  
LOOSEN  
S Powerhead  
Shipping  
protector  
S Brushcutter attachment  
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  
Knob  
TIGHTEN  
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.  
3. Remove the tube cap from the brushcutter  
attachment (if present).  
4. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
5. Push the attachment into the coupler until  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-  
connect spark plug before performing any as-  
sembly procedures.  
6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
Coupler  
Primary Hole  
Guide Recess  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly  
assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-  
aged parts.  
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts  
Locking/  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Tube  
Lower  
Attachment  
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  
INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER  
ATTACHMENT  
CAUTION: When installing brushcutter at-  
tachment, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit. All attachments are designed  
to be used in the primary hole.  
For optional attachments, see the AS-  
SEMBLY section of the applicable attach-  
ment instruction manual.  
ADJUST AND SECURE THE HAN-  
DLEBAR  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
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.  
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1. Lift handlebar to upright position.  
Handlebar  
3. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp  
under the tube and align the upper and  
lower clamp screw holes.  
houlder  
amp  
2. Rotate handlebar/clamp counterclock-  
wise toward engine until clamp falls into  
groove of base.  
Lower Shoulder  
Strap Clamp  
Handlebar  
Screws  
4. Insert two screws into the screw holes.  
5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-  
ing screws with a hex wrench.  
Handlebar  
Clamp  
Clamp  
Knob  
HARNESS  
ADJUSTMENT  
FOR BALANCE  
Clamp  
Base  
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).  
6 inches  
below  
waist  
4 -- 12  
inches  
above  
ground  
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP  
30 inches  
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap  
and handlebar adjustments must be made with  
the engine completely stopped before using  
unit.  
1. 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.  
2. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be  
about 6 inches below the waist.  
30 inches  
3. 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.  
4. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit  
and balance before starting the engine or  
beginning a cutting operation.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the  
shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper  
balancing of unit.  
CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT  
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 sec-  
tion for the desired configuration and follow the  
instructions.  
TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP  
CLAMP:  
1. Loosen and remove both clamp screws.  
2. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp  
over the tube.  
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NOTE: Make sure all parts are properly  
installed as shown in the illustration before  
installing the trimmer head.  
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --  
TRIMMER HEAD  
5. Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in  
the side of the gearbox by rotating the  
dust cup.  
6. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turn-  
ing while tightening trimmer head.  
TRIMMER  
HEAD  
Screwdriver  
NOTE: Remove the blade and metal shield be-  
fore attaching the plastic shield and trimmer  
head. To remove blade, align hole in the dust  
cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by  
rotating the blade. Insert a small screwdriver  
into aligned holes. This will keep the shaft from  
turning while loosening the blade nut. Remove  
blade nut by turning clockwise. Remove the  
screwdriver. Remove both washers and blade.  
To remove metal shield, loosen and remove the  
four mounting screws. See ATTACHING THE  
METAL SHIELD and INSTALLATION OF THE  
METAL BLADE for illustrations. Be sure to store  
all parts and instructions for future use.  
7. While holding the screwdriver in position,  
thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the  
direction shown on the decal (counter-  
clockwise). Tighten until secure.  
NOTE: The retaining washer must be posi-  
tioned with the raised section facing toward the  
gearbox.  
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION -- WEED  
BLADE  
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.  
NOTE: Remove the trimmer head and plastic  
shield before attaching the metal shield and  
installing the weed blade. To remove the trim-  
mer head, align hole in the dust cup with the hole  
in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust  
cup. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turning while  
loosening the trimmer head. Remove the trim-  
mer head by turning clockwise. Remove the  
screwdriver. To remove the plastic shield, loos-  
en and remove wing nut. Pivot shield to release  
bracket from slot. See INSTALLATION OF  
THE CUTTING HEAD and ATTACHING THE  
PLASTIC SHIELD for illustrations. Be sure to  
store all parts and instructions for future use.  
Never use the trimmer head with the metal  
blade installed.  
2. Insert bracket into slot on shield.  
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole  
in bracket.  
4. Tighten the wing nut securely.  
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.  
Bracket  
Slot  
Wing Nut  
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.  
Gearbox  
Shield  
Dust Cup  
Retaining Washer  
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1. Place the metal shield under the gearbox, 6. Install the blade nut by threading onto the  
and align the screw holes. shaft counterclockwise.  
Gearbox  
Gearbox  
Shield  
Shield  
Dust Cup  
Threaded Shaft  
de  
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.  
Retaining  
Washer  
INSTALLATION OF THE METAL  
BLADE  
Cupped  
Washer  
Nut  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
when handling or performing maintenance on  
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and  
can cut you even when it is not moving.  
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.  
7. Align hole in dust cup with hole in side of  
gearbox by rotating the blade.  
8. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turn-  
ing while tightening the blade nut.  
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.  
NOTE: The dust cup and retaining washer are  
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.  
1. Remove the retaining washer from the  
threaded shaft of the gearbox. Leave the  
dust cup on the shaft.  
Screwdriver  
9. TIghten blade nut firmly with a wrench while  
holding screwdriver in position.  
10. Remove the screwdriver.  
2. Install the blade and the retaining washer  
over the threaded shaft.  
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.  
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.  
11. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds  
against the shield, or appears to be uneven,  
the blade is not centered, and you must re-  
install.  
NOTE: To remove blade, insert screwdriver  
into aligned holes. Unthread the nut and re-  
move parts. Be sure to store parts and instruc-  
tions for future use.  
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OPERATION  
K
RNIT.  
Controls  
a
Handlebar  
Coupler  
Trimmer
Tube  
Line Limiter  
Blade  
ON/OFF Switch  
Shield  
Starter Handle  
Primer Bulb  
Throttle Trigger  
Blade  
Choke  
Lever  
Muffler  
ON/OFF SWITCH  
CHOKE  
The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger  
handle and is used to stop the engine. Move the  
switch to the OFF position to stop the engine.  
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  
COUPLER  
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to The COUPLER enables optional attach-  
its original form.  
ments to be installed on the unit.  
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow  
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling  
your unit.  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you be-  
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,  
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
IMPORTANT  
Experience indicates that alcohol blended  
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or  
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to  
separation and formation of acids during stor-  
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system  
of an engine while in storage.  
FUELING ENGINE  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
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.  
when refueling.  
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. Snappert/Weed Eaterr brand syn-  
thetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and oil  
at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mix-  
ing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 li-  
ters) of unleaded gasoline.  
See the STORAGE section for additional in-  
formation.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil.  
These oils will cause engine damage. When S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF  
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on con-  
tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake S If engine does not stop, move choke lever  
container momentarily to assure that the fuel to FULL CHOKE position.  
switch to the OFF position.  
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Choke  
position  
decal  
Thro
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
8. 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  
9. 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. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.  
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
4. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE by  
aligning lever with position shown on de-  
cal (see illustration below).  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.  
2. Move the choke lever to the HALF  
CHOKE position.  
3. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.  
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until  
the engine runs smoothly.  
Choke  
position  
decal  
4. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 5 pulls.  
5. 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.  
5. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do Flooded engines can be started by placing  
6. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-  
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.  
7. 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.  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit.  
OPERATING THE COUPLER  
This model is equipped with a coupler which  
enables optional attachments to be installed.  
The optional attachments are:  
OPERATING POSITION  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
MODEL:  
Hearing  
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SNE31  
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SNT31  
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SNB31  
Protection  
Eye Protection  
Heavy,  
Long Pants  
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-  
connect spark plug before removing or instal-  
ling attachments.  
REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH-  
MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL  
ATTACHMENTS)  
Boots  
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-  
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
Cut from your left to your right.  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto  
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-  
lowing:  
Upper Tube  
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.  
S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar  
grip with your left hand.  
Coupler  
LOOSEN  
Lower  
Attachment  
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.  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
S Without bending over, keep the blade or  
trimmer head near and parallel to the  
ground and not crowded into material being  
cut.  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
Locking/Release  
Button  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD  
Coupler  
Lower Attachment  
Upper Tube  
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.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow  
the engine to return to idle speed when not  
cutting.  
3. While securely holding the engine and  
upper tube, pull the attachment straight  
out of the coupler.  
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
MENTS  
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-  
ment (if present).  
2. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
Primary Hole  
Coupler  
To stop engine:  
Guide Recess  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF posi-  
tion.  
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.  
Locking/ Attachment  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Tube  
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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.  
Trimming  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotating  
line can be used to blow away loose debris from  
an area. Keep the line parallel to and above the  
area surface and swing the tool from side to  
side.  
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:  
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.  
TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer  
head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground  
and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to  
make contact. Do not force trimmer line into  
work area.  
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S Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip  
on the unit with both hands. A properly  
adjusted shoulder strap will support the  
weight of the unit, freeing your arms and  
hands to control and guide the cutting motion.  
S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and  
braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of  
unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and  
balance.  
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”  
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.  
S Do not swing unit with such force that you  
are in danger of losing your balance.  
reaction can be violent enough to cause the Bring the engine to cutting speed before en-  
operator to be propelled in any direction and tering the material to be cut.If the blade does  
lose control of the unit. The uncontrolled unit not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger,  
can cause serious injury if the blade contacts make sure tube is fully inserted into the en-  
the operator or others.  
gine.  
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.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow  
engine to return to idle speed when not cut-  
ting. The blade should not turn while the en-  
gine is running at idle. If the blade turns at idle,  
do not use your unit. Refer to the CARBURE-  
TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your  
authorized service dealer.  
S Maintain good firm footing while using the  
unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a  
comfortable apart position.  
S Cut while swinging the upper part of your  
body from left to right.  
S As you move forward to the next area to cut,  
be sure to maintain your balance and  
footing.  
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION  
2 o’clock  
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.  
Cut using the 2  
o’clock to 4 o’clock  
position of the  
blade  
4 o’clock  
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  
WARNING: The operator or others  
rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed must not try to clear away cut material with the  
too rapidly.  
engine running or the blade turning to avoid  
S Cut only from your left to your right. Cutting on serious injury. Stop engine and blade before  
right side of the shield will throw debris away removing materials wrapped around blade or  
from the operator.  
tube.  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS  
WARNING: For each optional at-  
tachment used, read entire instruction manu-  
al before use and follow all warnings and in-  
structions in manual and on attachment.  
WARNING: Ensure handlebar re-  
mains installed on upper tube (engine end of  
unit) at all times.  
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S Never place any object in air intake opening  
as this could restrict proper air flow and cause  
damage to the unit.  
S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers,  
or other substances which may contain toxic  
materials.  
S To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or  
brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,  
ashtrays, etc.  
CULTIVATOR SAFETY  
EDGER SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
edged before each use. Remove objects  
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which  
can be thrown by the blade or can wrap  
around the shaft.  
S Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger  
is released. The blade can seriously cut  
you or others.  
S Allow blade to stop before removing it from  
the cut.  
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause  
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.  
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug  
before unclogging tines or making repairs.  
S 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.  
S Do not attempt to remove cut material nor  
hold material to be cut when the engine is  
running or when cutting blade is moving.  
S Always keep the wheel and depth adjusting  
skid in contact with the ground.  
S Always push the unit slowly over the  
ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,  
holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.  
S Always use the handlebar when using  
edger attachment.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all  
debris and hard and sharp objects such as  
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.  
S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that  
might stop the tines. If heavy contact occurs,  
stop the engine and inspect the unit for  
damage.  
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine  
cover in place and properly secured.  
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the  
engine, disconnect the spark plug and  
inspect the cultivator for damage. Repair  
before restarting.  
BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY  
WARNING:  
Inspect area before  
starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob-  
jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can  
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury  
or damage during operation.  
S Disconnect attachment from the drive engine  
before cleaning the tines with a hose and  
water to remove any build--up. Oil the tines to  
prevent rust.  
S Always wear gloves when servicing or  
cleaning the tines. The tines become very  
sharp from use.  
S 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.  
S Do not run unit at high speed unless  
cultivating.  
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY  
S Never place objects inside the blower  
tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet.  
Always direct the blowing debris away from  
people, animals, glass, and solid objects  
such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The  
force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to  
be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt  
people or animals, break glass, or cause  
other damage.  
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP  
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade moves  
momentarily after the trigger is released. Do not  
attempt to clear away cut material when the  
blade is in motion. Make sure the switch is in the  
OFF position, the spark plug wire is discon-  
nected, and the blade has stopped moving be-  
fore removing jammed material from the cutting  
blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting  
blade.  
S Never run unit without the proper  
equipment attached. When using your unit  
as a blower, always install blower tubes.  
S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or  
vacuum tubes frequently, always with  
Blades move  
momentarily  
after the  
Allow blades to stop  
before removing  
them from the cut.  
is  
engine  
stopped  
and  
spark plug  
d.  
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge  
tubes free of debris which can accumulate  
and restrict proper air flow.  
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WARNING: Inspect the area before  
WARNING: Keep the pruner away  
starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard from power lines or electrical wires.  
objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that  
can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause  
injury or damage during operation.  
S Do 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.  
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches up  
to 4 inches in diameter.  
S Do not operate the unit faster than the  
speed needed to prune. Do not run the unit  
at high speed when not pruning.  
S Always stop the unit when work is delayed  
or when walking from one cutting location to  
another.  
S If you strike or become entangled with a  
foreign object, stop the engine immediately  
and check for damage. Have any damage  
repaired by an authorized service dealer  
before attempting further operations.  
Discard blades that are bent, warped,  
cracked or broken.  
S Always keep unit in front of your body.  
Keep all parts of your body away from the  
cutting blade.  
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of  
debris.  
POLE PRUNER SAFETY  
S Stop the unit immediately if you feel  
excessive vibration. Vibration is a sign of  
trouble. Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts,  
bolts or damage before continuing. Contact  
an authorized service dealer for repair or  
replacement of affected parts as  
necessary.  
WARNING: The reciprocating blade/  
rotating chain can cause severe injury. In-  
spect the unit before use. Do not operate unit  
with a bent, cracked or dull blade or dull chain.  
Keep away from the blade/chain.  
WARNING: The reciprocating blade/  
rotating chain is sharp. Do not touch. To pre-  
vent serious injury, always stop engine and  
ensure blade/chain has stopped moving, dis-  
connect spark plug, and wear gloves when  
changing or handling the blade or chain.  
SNOW THROWER SAFETY  
WARNING: Keep hands and feet  
away from the rotor when starting or running  
the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor  
with the engine/motor running. Stop engine  
and disconnect spark plug before unclogging  
snow or debris from discharge chute or when  
WARNING: A coasting blade/rotat-  
ing chain can cause injury while it continues to adjusting vanes.  
move after the engine is stopped. Maintain  
proper control of the unit until the blade/chain  
has completely stopped moving.  
Keep  
hands, face and feet at a distance from all  
moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop  
the blade or chain when it is moving.  
WARNING: Never lean over dis-  
charge chute. Rocks or debris could be  
thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri-  
ous injury or blindness.  
WARNING: Inspect the area where  
the unit is to be used. Remove objects that  
could be thrown or damage the unit. Some  
objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be  
alert for the possibility.  
WARNING:  
Falling objects can  
cause severe head injury. Wear head protec-  
tion when operating this unit with a pole prun-  
er attachment.  
S Direct material discharge away from glass  
enclosures, automobiles, etc.  
S Do not run engine at high speed while not  
removing snow.  
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,  
and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other  
hidden hazards.  
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before  
attaching the snowthrower to the  
powerhead.  
S If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen  
ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before  
attempting to operate under power.  
WARNING: To prevent serious injury,  
do not use more than one boom extension with  
a pole pruner attachment.  
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S Keep the rotor clear of debris.  
S Never discharge snow onto public roads or  
near moving traffic.  
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and  
down; never across. Use caution when  
changing directions. Never clear snow  
from steep slopes.  
S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after  
clearing snow so moving parts do not  
freeze.  
S Do not throw snow near other people. The  
snow thrower could propel small objects at  
high speed causing injury.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the  
engine, disconnect spark plug and inspect  
the snowthrower for damage and repair if  
necessary before restarting unit.  
S Never operate the snowthrower near glass  
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.  
S Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a  
roof.  
S Look behind and use care when backing  
up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or  
falling, especially when operating in  
reverse.  
S Never operate the snowthrower near  
window wells, dropoffs, etc.  
S Know how to stop quickly.  
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.  
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.  
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  
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/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch  
functions properly by moving the switch to  
the OFF position. Make sure engine stops;  
then restart engine and continue.  
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if  
debris shield is damaged.  
Air Filter  
Button  
Air Filter  
Cover  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-  
REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
CALS  
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.  
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.  
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and  
discard.  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean after every  
5 hours of operation.  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
socket wrench..  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1  
cm) into the small holes on the inside of  
spool.  
REPLACING THE LINE  
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap  
button.  
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.  
Spool  
Small  
Holes  
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,  
string, etc., which can break off and become a  
dangerous missile.  
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S The trimmer head, blade or optional  
attachment moves/spins at idle.  
Line exit holes  
Line in Notch  
Make adjustments with the unit supported so  
the cutting attachment is off the ground and  
will not make contact with any object. Hold  
the unit by hand while running and making ad-  
justments. Keep all parts of your body away  
from the cutting attachment and muffler.  
Line in Notch  
Idle Speed Adjustment  
Hub  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without trimmer head, blade or optional  
attachment moving or spinning (idle too fast)  
or stalling (idle speed too slow).  
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the  
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows  
found on the spool.  
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.  
10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub  
to release the lines from the notches.  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to  
increase engine speed if engine stalls or  
dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed if trimmer head,  
blade or optional attachment moves or  
spins at idle.  
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed  
after each adjustment. The trimmer head,  
blade or optional attachment must not move  
or spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to  
the operator or others.  
BLADE REPLACEMENT  
Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re-  
placement instructions and illustrations.  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
WARNING: Keep others away when  
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer  
head, blade or any optional attachment will be  
spinning during most of this procedure. Wear  
your protective equipment and observe all  
safety precautions. After making adjust-  
ments, the trimmer head, blade or any option-  
al attachment must not move/spin at idle  
speed.  
Air Filter  
Cover  
Idle Speed  
Screw  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you  
notice any of the following conditions:  
If you require further assistance or are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact an  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
released. 1--800--554--6723.  
STORAGE  
FUEL SYSTEM  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting.  
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 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.  
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.  
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of  
ENGINE  
children.  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if  
it will not be used for 30 days or more.  
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:  
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy  
storage.  
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of  
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through  
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the  
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.  
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-  
mended type and heat range.  
S Clean air filter.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
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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 gasoline to  
oil ratio.  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
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  
1.ON/OFF switch in  
OFF position.  
2. Engine flooded.  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON  
position.  
2. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
3. Fuel tank empty.  
4. Spark plug not firing.  
5. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
4. Install new spark plug.  
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
6. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
6. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
1. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn.  
3. Compression low.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Clean or replace plug  
and regap.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
5. Compression low.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine  
1. Choke partially on.  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
1. Adjust choke.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
smokes  
excessively.  
3. Air filter dirty.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Clean or replace air filter.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. 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.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
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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.  
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.  
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.  
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-  
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection uled maintenance. As the small off--road en-  
Agency and ELECTROLUX HOME PROD- gine owner, you should be aware that ELEC-  
UCTS, INC., are pleased to explain the emis- TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., may deny  
sions control system warranty on your year you warranty coverage if your small off--road  
2002--2004 small off--road engine. ELECTRO- engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse, ne-  
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., must warrant glect, improper maintenance, unapproved mod-  
failure to ensure the performance of all sched-  
the emission control system on your small off-- ifications, or the use of parts not made or ap-  
road engine for the periods of time listed below proved by the original equipment manufacturer.  
provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or You are responsible for presenting your small  
improper maintenance of your small off--road off--road engine to a ELECTROLUX HOME  
engine. Your emission control system includes PRODUCTS, INC., authorized repair center as  
parts such as the carburetor and the ignition soon as a problem exists. Warranty repairs  
system. Where a warrantable condition exists, should be completed in a reasonable amount of  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., will  
time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any  
repair your small off--road engine at no cost to questions regarding your warranty rights and re-  
you. Expenses covered under warranty include sponsibilities, you should contact your nearest  
diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFACTUR-  
authorized service center or call ELECTRO-  
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., at  
ER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emis-  
sions related part on your engine (as listed un- 1--800--554--6723.  
WARRANTY COM-  
der Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is  
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period be-  
defective or a defect in the materials or work- gins on the date the small off--road engine is  
manship of the engine causes the failure of such purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This  
an emission related part, the part will be repaired warranty shall be for a period of two years from  
or replaced by ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
the initial date of purchase. WHAT IS COV-  
UCTS, INC. OWNER’S WARRANTY RE-  
ERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF  
SPONSIBILITIES: As the small off--road en- PARTS. Repair or replacement of any war-  
gine owner, you are responsible for the  
ranted part will be performed at no charge to the  
performance of the required maintenance listed owner at an approved ELECTROLUX HOME  
in your instruction manual. ELECTROLUX  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., recommends that  
PRODUCTS, INC., servicing center. If you  
have any questions regarding your warranty  
you retain all receipts covering maintenance on rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
your small off--road engine, but ELECTROLUX your nearest authorized service center or call  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., cannot deny war-  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., at  
ranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your 1--800--554--6723.  
WARRANTY PERIOD:  
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Any warranted part which is not scheduled for use of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE  
replacement as required maintenance, or which A CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding  
is scheduled only for regular inspection to the ef- your warranty rights and responsibilities, you  
fect of ”repair or replace as necessary” shall be should contact your nearest authorized service  
warranted for 2 years. Any warranted part which center or call ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
is scheduled for replacement as required main- UCTS, INC., at 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO  
tenance shall be warranted for the period of time GET WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty ser-  
up to the first scheduled replacement point for vices or repairs shall be provided at all ELEC-  
that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., service  
charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the centers. Call 1--800--554--6723. MAINTE-  
determination that a warranted part is defective NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF  
if the diagnostic work is performed at an ap- EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any ELEC-  
proved ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,  
INC., servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES: ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., approved  
replacement part used in the performance of  
any warranty maintenance or repair on emis-  
UCTS, INC., may be liable for damages to other sion related parts will be provided without  
engine components caused by the failure of a charge to the owner if the part is under warranty.  
warranted part still under warranty. WHAT IS EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS  
NOT COVERED: All failures caused by abuse,  
neglect, or improper maintenance are not cov- (covered up to maintenance schedule), Ignition  
ered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The Module. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The  
LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark Plug  
use of add--on or modified parts can be grounds owner is responsible for the performance of all  
for disallowing a warranty claim. ELECTRO- required maintenance as defined in the in-  
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., is not liable to  
cover failures of warranted parts caused by the  
struction 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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