LEHR Eco Trimmer - Manual (Page 19)

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CLEANING AND STORAGE
CLEANING
Use a small brush to clean the outside of the unit. Do
not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that
contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and sol -
vents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or
handle. Wipe off any moisture with soft cloth.
STORAGE
• Remove propane canister.
• Never store the unit with attached propane canister where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing.
• Lock up the unit to prevent unauthorized use or damage.
• Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area.
• Store unit out of reach of children.
LONG TERM STORAGE
1. Remove propane canister.
2. Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug and
put 5 drops of high quality motor oil into the cylinder.
Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil. Rein -
stall the spark plug.
NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil
from the cylinder before attempting to start the trimmer
after storage.
3. Change the oil, referring to Changing the Oil (p.13) .
Dispose of the old oil in accordance to Federal, State
and Local regulations.
4. Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any loose
or damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts
and tighten loose screws, nuts or bolts. The unit is
ready for storage.
TRANSPORTING
• Allow the engine to cool before transporting.
• Secure the unit while transporting.
• Remove propane canister.
WARNING:
TROUBLE SHOOTING
ENGINE WILL NOT START
CAUSE
CAUSE
ACTION
EMPTY PROPANE CANISTER INSTALL FULL CANISTER
BAD SPARK PLUG REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG
ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE
ACTION
AIR FILTER IS PLUGGED REPLACE THE AIR FILTER
IMPROPER CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT ADJUST ACCORDING TO THE ‘C ARBURETOR
ADJUSTMENTS ’ SECTION OR TAKE TO AN
AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER FOR AN ADJUSTMENT
ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE
CAUSE ACTION
CUTTING ATTACHMENT BOUND WITH GRASS STOP ENGINE AND CLEAN THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT
DIRTY AIR FILTER CLEAN OR REPLACE THE AIR FILTER
ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN CUTTING
CAUSE ACTION
BAD SPARK PLUG
IF FURTHER ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED, CONTACT A QUALIFIED SERVICE DEALER F .
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, ALWAYS
TURN YOUR UNIT OFF AND ALLOW
IT TO COOL BEFORE YOU SERVICE
IT.