Weed Eater 530087310 - Manual (Page 3)

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TRANSPORTING AND
STORAGE
S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before
storing or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left in the
carburetor by starting the engine and letting
it run until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit so line limiter cannot accidentally
cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.
S Store the unit out of the reach of children.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1--800--554--6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler
and spark arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion engines to
be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If
you operate in a locale where such
regulations exist, you are legally responsible
for installing and maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a
violation of the law. If a spark arrestor is
required in your area, contact your
Authorized Service Dealer for the proper kit.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to
vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline
powered hand tools could cause blood vessel
or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel
damage in otherwise healthy people. If
symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
loss of strength, change in skin color or
texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands,
or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and
seek medical attention. An anti--vibration
system does not guarantee the avoidance of
these problems. Users who operate power
tools on a continual and regular basis must
monitor closely their physical condition and
the condition of this tool.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Make sure your unit is
properly assembled and all fasteners are
secure.
ADJUST THE HANDLE
S Loosen wing nut on handle.
S Rotate handle to upright position and
tighten in a comfortable position between
the trigger and the safety label on the tube.
Tighten handle securely.
ATTACH THE SHIELD
WARNING:
The shield must be properly
installed. The shield provides partial
protection from the risk of thrown objects to
the operator and others and is equipped with
a line limiter which cuts excess line. The line
limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and
can cut you.
Assemble your shield (Style A or Style B) as
shown.
STYLE A
S Insert bracket into slot in shield. Tighten
securely.
Bracket
Shield
Slot
STYLE B
S Assemble parts as shown; Tighten securely.
Shield
NOTE: Remove
and use washer and
wing nut from this
bolt for assembling
shield.
Wing Nut
Washer
FUEL YOUR UNIT
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
with a good quality 2--cycle air--cooled engine
oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is
recommended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by
mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of
unleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel follow
the instructions printed on the container.
Always read and follow the safety rules under
FUEL SAFETY.
STARTING
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
Push and hold engine stop switch in the STOP
or OFF position until the unit has fully stopped.