Assembly, Warning – Weed Eater 545186748 User Manual

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Stop engine and allow to cool before remov-

ing fuel cap.

Always store gasoline in a container ap-

proved for flammable liquids.

CUTTING SAFETY

WARNING:

Inspect the area before

each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken

glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown

by or become entangled in line. Hard objects

can damage trimmer head and be thrown

causing serious injury.
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Use unit properly. Use only for trimming,

mowing, and sweeping. Do not use for edg-

ing, pruning, or hedge trimming. Do not force

unit. It will do the job better, and with less risk

of injury, at the rate for which it was designed.

Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-

reach.

Keep all parts of your body away from spin-

ning line and muffler. Keep engine and cutting

head below waist level. A hot muffler can

cause serious burns.

Cut only from your right to your left. Cutting

with the line on right side of the shield will

throw debris away from the operator.

Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.

Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

Stop the unit when not in use.

Carry or transport the unit with engine

stopped.

Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before

storing or transporting in vehicle.

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.

Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-

pors cannot reach sparks or open flames

from water heaters, electric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

Store the unit out of the reach of children

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer, birth de-

fects or other reproductive harm.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

This unit is not

equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and

spark arresting screen which meets the require-

ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All

U.S. forest land and the states of California, Ida-

ho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon,

and Washington require by law that many inter-

nal combustion engines to be equipped with a

spark arrestor screen. If you operate in a locale

where such regulations exist, you are legally re-

sponsible for installing and maintaining the oper-

ating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is

a violation of the law. If a spark arrestor is re-

quired in your area, contact your authorized ser-

vice dealer for the proper kit.

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 abnor-

mal 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 oper-

ate power tools on a continual and regular basis

must monitor closely their physical condition

and the condition of this tool.

ASSEMBLY

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

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.

ATTACH THE HANDLE

1. Remove upper wing nut and curved head

tube bolt from upper handle.

2. Loosen lower wing nut on lower handle.

3. Insert upper handle over lower handle.

NOTE:

Ensure upper handle grips are in

position as shown in the following illustrations

(throttle handle grip on left side).

4. Align holes and insert curved head tube

bolt through upper and lower handles.

5. Re--install and securely tighten upper wing

nut onto bolt.

6. Retighten lower wing nut securely.

Upper handle

Upper wing nut

Lower handle

Lower wing nut

Tube bolt