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Storage, Warning – Weed Eater 530164003 User Manual

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Idle Speed Adjustment

Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine

runs without blade moving (idle too fast) or en-

gine stalling (idle speed too slow).
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Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-
crease engine speed if engine stalls or dies.

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Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to

decrease engine speed if the blade moves

at idle.

WARNING:

Recheck the idle speed

after each adjustment. The blade must not

move at idle speed to avoid serious injury to

the operator or others.

Idle Speed Screw

If you require further assistance or are unsure

about performing this procedure, contact an

authorized

service

dealer

or

call

1--800--554--6723.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plug each year to ensure the

engine starts easier and runs better. Set

spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is

fixed, nonadjustable.

1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-

card.

3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark

plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch

socket wrench.

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

REPLACE FUEL FILTER

To replace fuel filter, drain unit by running it dry

of fuel, then remove fuel cap/retainer assem-

bly from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove

it from the fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel

line; reinstall parts.

Fuel Line

Fuel Filter

STORAGE

WARNING:

Perform the following

steps after each use:
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Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit

before storing or transporting.

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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.

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Store unit with all guards in place. Position

unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-

dentally cause injury.

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Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of

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:
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Clean the entire unit.

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Store in a clean dry area.

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Clean all parts and check for damage.

Have damaged parts repaired or replaced

by an authorized service dealer.

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Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight.

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Lightly oil external metal surfaces, includ-

ing the blade.

To oil the blade, do the following:
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Stop the engine and allow blade to come to

a complete stop.

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Ensure ON/OFF switch is in the OFF posi-

tion.

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Disconnect the spark plug wire.

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Apply a light machine oil along the edge of

the top strap as shown.

Top Strap

OIL

FUEL SYSTEM

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. Fuel stabilizer is an ac-

ceptable alternative in minimizing the formation

of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-

lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel storage con-

tainer. Follow the mix instructions found on sta-

bilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes

after adding stabilizer.

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