Weed Eater 530088944 Operator's Manual page 5

S Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be-
fore blowing.
S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-
ter is available.
S Conserve water by using power blowers
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
S Watch out for children, pets, open windows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
S Use the full blower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
S After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
FUELING
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. 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. Poulan/Weed Eater brand
synthetic 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 HANDLE FUEL
CAUTION.
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
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
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.
STARTING
TO STOP THE ENGINE
To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
D
to the STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
You MUST make sure the tubes are secure
before using the unit.
Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
D
ters) away from the fueling site.
Hold the unit in the starting position as
D
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-
rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.
STARTING POSITION
WARNING:
hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any
surface except a clean, hard area when starting
engine or while engine is running. Debris such
as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be
picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, damaging the
unit or property, or causing serious injury to by-
standers or the operator.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
S Move throttle lever to the
S Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.
S Slowly press the primer button 8 times.
Throttle Lever Primer Button
WITH
S Pull starter rope sharply until engine at-
tempts to run, but no more than 5 pulls (be-
low 30_ F, 8 pulls).
NOTE:
If engine attempts to start before the
th
5 pull, go to next step immediately.
S Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position.
S Pull the starter rope sharply until the engine
runs, but no more than 5 pulls (below 30_ F,
10 pulls). Run engine for 5 seconds, then
move choke lever to the RUN position.
S Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at
the RUN position before moving the throttle
lever to position.
If engine has not started after 5 pulls (at HALF
CHOKE), repeat STARTING A COLD ENGINE
procedure. If engine still does not start, proceed
to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
S Move throttle lever to the
S Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 5 pulls.
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When starting engine,
position.
Choke Lever
position.