Weed Eater GHT 220 Instruction Manual page 4

KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER
READ THiS INSTRUCT_ON MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the vari-
ous controls and adjustments. Save this manua_ for future reference.
Muffler
Spark Plug
ON/OFF
Switch
Throttle Lock
Throttle
Lock-out
Trigger
Primer Bulb
Choke Lever Fuel Mix Fill Cap
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to stop the en_
gine. To stop engine, move switch to OFE
CHOKE
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by
moving choke lever to the desired position. See
STARTINGYOUR ENGINE for complete start-
ing information.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB removes air from thecar*
buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.
This allows you to start the engine with fewer
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to
its original position.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THROTi-LE TRIGGER controls engine
speed. Squeeze the triggerf@ full speed opera-
tion; release it for idle speed.
41_WARNIN_: Muffler is very hot durtag
and after use. Do not touch the muffler or ab
low combustible material such as dry grass or
fuel to do so.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
41_WARNIN_: Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1*800-554*6723.
FUELING ENGINE
DWARNIN_: Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
2*cycte air-coeted 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 (95 ml)
ofoii with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleadedgaso,
line. DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructionsprinted on oi_
container. Once oil is added to gasoline,
shake container momentarily to assure that
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Atways read and
follow the safety rules listed under HANDLE
FUEL WITH CAUTION.
IMPORTANT
Expedence indicates that alcohol blended fueJs
(called gasoho_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.Drata the g_ a s tank, etar_the en-
gine and let it run untilthe fuet linesand carbure-
tor are empty. Usefresh fuel next season. Nev-
er use engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT POINTS
• Use the minimum throttle speed necessary
to effectively cut hedges for optimal hedge
trimmer performance.
• Never attempt to use this hedge trimmer to
cut hedges that have any branches with a
diameter larger than 7/16" (1 cm).
OPERATING POSITION
pHre_rie_gio "_ ErY_ection
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