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Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operador
Manuel de l’utilisateur
BC3100
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DANGER:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc-
ciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products, Augusta, GA 30907
530087645 8/31/00
WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
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S Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away. Stop engine immediately if you are
approached.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks before use. Keep unit in good
working condition.
S Always keep engine on the right-hand side
of your body.
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way. Replace trimmer head parts that are
cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut-
ting line at the proper length.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
S Keep blade or trimmer head below waist
level.
S Do not raise engine above your waist.
S Keep all parts of your body away from
blade, trimmer head, and muffler when en-
gine is running.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm) diameter Weed
Eatere brand line. Never use wire, rope,
string, etc.
S Cut from your right to your left.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal
blade use. Use the plastic shield for all line
trimmer use.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the unit before carrying.
S Keep muffler away from your body.
S Allow engine to cool and secure unit before
storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbu-
retor by starting the engine and letting it run
until it stops.
S Use only specified blade or trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
S Never start engine with clutch shroud re-
moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se-
rious injury.
S Be sure blade or trimmer head stops turning
when engine idles.
S 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.
S Disconnect the spark plug before perform-
ing maintenance (except carburetor adjust-
ments).
S Store unit so the blade or line limiter cannot
accidentally cause injury. The unit can be
hung by the tube.
S Make carburetor adjustments with the low-
er end supported to prevent blade or trim-
mer line from contacting any object. Hold
unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap
for support.
S Store unit out of reach of children.
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 ab-
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age 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 med-
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended Weed Eater ac-
cessories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by your Au-
thorized Service Dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit or while using the unit.
S Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fu-
eling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit.
Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting
the engine and letting it run until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is 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,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you
operate in a locale where such regulations ex-
CUTTING SAFETY
S Inspect the area to be cut before each use. ist, you are legally responsible for installing
Remove objects (rocks, broken glass,
nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown
and maintaining the operating condition of
these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of
or become entangled in the blade or trim- the law. Refer to the SERVICE section for
mer head.
maintenance of the spark arrestor.
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S Some units may include a plastic cover
over the end of the tube. If your unit includes
any covering, remove the cover at this time.
S Pull about 1/2 inch of the drive shaft out of
the inside of the tube.
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents for the following:
S Brushcutter
S tube mounting screws (2)
S tube mounting nuts (2)
S control handle mounting screw (1)
S blade shield screws (4)
S handlebar screws (2)
S cupped washer (1)
S large nut for installing blade (1)
S long hex key wrench (1)
S short hex key wrench (1)
S bracket cover
S shield for use with blades
S shield for use with trimmer head
S semi-automatic trimmer head
S shoulder strap with warning
S brush blade
Pull about 1/2 inch
from tube
Tube
NOTE: The end of the drive shaft is square.
This square end fits inside a square hole in a
shaft inside the engine. Look inside the end of
the engine and you will see the square hole in
the shaft.
NOTE: The end of the tube has a groove that
aligns with a ridge in the engine opening. Lo-
cate the groove and ridge.
S handlebar
S container of oil
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find that
parts are missing or damaged, call
1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Ridge
Groove
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
S Align the groove in the tube with the ridge in
the engine opening. Insert the tube into the
opening.
S Firmly push the tube into engine until it will no
longer go into the opening.
S Tighten the screws, using one of the hex
keys provided with the unit.
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR
TOOLS REQUIRED
DANGER: The barrier portion of the
handlebar must be installed as shown to pro-
vide a barrier between operator and the spin-
ning blade.
S 2 hex key wrenches (provided)
S adjustable wrench or large pliers
ATTACHING THE TUBE
NOTE: Illustrations within this section will help
in identifying the assembly steps. Be sure to
read each section and review the illustrations,
before you begin.
NOTE: Unlike a bicycle the handgrips on the
handlebar point toward the front instead of to-
ward the back.
S Locate the decal on the handlebar. This de-
cal includes two arrows. Position the han-
dlebar on the mounting bracket between
these arrows.
NOTE: A drive shaft is located in the center
of the tube. Make sure this shaft does not fall
out of the tube. Dirt on the shaft will signifi-
cantly reduce the life of the unit. If this shaft
falls out, clean, relubricate , and re-install.
S Insert the 2 tube assembly screws and nuts
as illustrated. Keep loose at this time, you
will tighten them during a later step.
S Position the bracket cover over the handle-
bar. Again make sure the handlebar is be-
tween the arrows.
S Insert screws and hand tighten only. These
screws will be tightened later.
Screw
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terial. Go to the section for the desired
configuration and follow the instructions for
assembling your unit.
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --
TRIMMER HEAD
ATTACHING THE CONTROL
HANDLE TO THE HANDLEBAR
NOTE: Make sure the wire going to the con-
trol handle is routed below the tube and re-
mains on the right side of the handlebar and
the tube.
Screw
RIMMER
EAD
Screw Hole
S Slide handle onto the right side of the han-
dlebar and align the screw hole.
NOTE: If your unit has been assembled for
brushblade use, refer to the section AS-
SEMBLY INFORMATION FOR USING
YOUR UNIT WITH A BRUSH BLADE and re-
verse the steps to remove the metal shield
and blade before you mount the plastic shield
and trimmer head.
S Insert screw and tighten securely.
NOTE: Make sure the control handle is on
the right side of the unit as shown in the il-
lustration below, and the On/Stop switch is lo-
cated on the top of the control handle.
S Adjust the handlebar to the proper position
and tighten the two screws you left loose
during handlebar assembly. Make sure
these screws are securely tightened.
S After attaching the control handle and tight-
ening the handlebar, route the wire from the
control handle through the slit in the bottom
of the foam grip.
ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD
AND TRIMMER HEAD
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial protec-
tion from the risk of thrown objects to the opera-
tor and others and is equipped with a line limiter
which cuts excess line to the proper length. The
line limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and
can cut you.
S Remove wing nut from shield.
S Insert bracket into slot on shield.
S Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in
bracket.
S Tighten the wing nut securely.
S If your unit has a plastic cover over the
threads on the threaded shaft, remove the
covering to expose the threads.
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP
S Before installing the trimmer head, make
sure the dust cup and retaining washer are
positioned on the gearbox as shown below.
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap
and handlebar adjustments before starting the
engine are required.
S Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and
balance before starting the engine or begin-
ning a cutting operation.
Bracket
Slot
Wing Nut
S Insert your right arm and head through the
shoulder strap and allow it to rest on your
left shoulder. Make sure the danger sign is
on your back and the hook is to the right
side of your waist.
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoul-
der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the
shoulder.
S Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be
about 6 inches below the waist.
S Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located
between the foam grip and the mounting
block and lift the tool to the operating posi-
tion.
Gearbox
Shield
Dust Cup
Retaining Washer
NOTE: Make sure all parts are properly
installed as illustrated in the illustration before
installing the trimmer head.
S Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the
side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup.
CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT
You can configure your unit using a cutting
head for grass and light weeds, or a brush
blade for cutting saplings and similar size ma-
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Gearbox
S Insert a hex wrench into aligned holes. This
will keep the shaft from turning while tight-
ening the trimmer head.
S
Hex Wrench
S While holding the hex wrench in position,
thread trimmer head onto the shaft and
tighten until secure.
NOTE: The retaining washer must be posi-
tioned with the raised section facing toward
the gearbox.
S Insert the 4 mounting screws through the
bottom of the shield. Thread them into the
gearbox. Tighten evenly and securely with
one of the hex key wrenches provided.
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --
BRUSH BLADE
ASSEMBLY OF THE METAL BLADE
WARNING: Do not use any blades, or
fastening hardware other than the washers and
nuts illustrated in the following illustrations.
These parts must be provided by Weed Eater,
and installed as shown below. Failure to use
proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and
seriously hurt you or others.
BRUSH
BLADE
NOTE: When installing the blade, make sure
you install it with the correct side facing up
(marked on the blade). If you are re-installing
an older blade and the writing has worn off,
use the following illustration as a guide.
Top view of blade
NOTE: If your unit has been assembled for
trimmer head use, refer to the section ATTACH-
ING THE PLASTIC SHIELD AND TRIMMER
HEAD and reverse the steps to remove the
plastic shield and trimmer head before you
mount the metal shield and blade. Store these
parts for future use. Never use the trimmer head
with the metal blade installed.
Teeth on
blade point in
this direction
NOTE: The dust cup and retaining washer
are located on the gearbox and not in the
parts bag.
ASSEMBLY OF THE METAL SHIELD
S Remove the retainer washer from the gear-
box, and leave the dust cup on the gearbox.
NOTE: It may be necessary to remove a
plastic protective covering from the
threaded shaft before removing the retain-
ing washer.
DANGER: The metal shield must be
properly installed on the tool anytime the tool
is used with the blade. The forward tip of the
metal shield helps to reduce the occurrence
of blade thrust which can cause serious injury
such as amputation to the operator or by-
standers. Failure to install the shield in the
position shown can result in serious injury to
the operator. The length of the shield must be
aligned with the length of the tube.
DANGER: The blade is sharp and can
cut you. Be sure to wear gloves while working
with blades.
Retaining
Dust Cup
Washer
S If your unit has a plastic cover over the
threads on the shaft, remove the covering
to expose the threads.
S Place the metal shield under the gearbox,
and align the screw holes.
S Install the blade over the threaded shaft ex-
tending from the gearbox between the dust
cup and the retaining washer. Make sure
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the raised part of the retaining washer is parts. Be sure to store parts and instructions
facing the gearbox, and the raised area fits for future use.
into the hole in the center of the blade.
S Slide the blade and retaining washer onto
FUEL YOUR UNIT
the shaft of the gearbox.
S Now place the cupped washer onto the
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed with a good
quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to
be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater
brand oil is recommended. (A 40:1 ratio is ob-
tained 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 FUEL
SAFETY.
shaft. Make sure the cupped side of the
washer is toward the blade.
S Install the blade nut by threading onto the
shaft counterclockwise.
Shield
Threaded
Shaft
Dust Cup
STARTING
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
S Move the ON/STOP switch to the STOP
position. (Toward the cutting head).
S If engine does not stop, move choke to the
FULL CHOKE position.
Blade
Retaining
Washer
On
On/Stop
Switch
Cupped
Washer
Stop
Throttle Trigge
STARTING YOUR ENGINE
WARNING: The blade or trimmer
head will turn while starting the engine. Avoid
any contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can
cause serious burns.
NOTE: A special feature called the “Throttle
Lock” holds the throttle trigger in the depressed
position during starting.
S Lock throttle trigger into the starting position
by first pressing the lock--out lever on the
top of the control handle. While the lock--out
lever is depressed, squeeze and hold the
throttle trigger.
WARNING: Do not use any blades, or
fastening hardware other than the washers and
nuts illustrated. These parts must be provided
by Weed Eater, and installed as shown below.
Failure to use proper parts can cause the blade
to fly off and seriously hurt you or others.
NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as il-
lustrated, and the blade is sandwiched be-
tween the dust cup and the retaining washer.
There should be no space between the blade
and the dust cup or the retaining washer.
S Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the
side of the gearbox by rotating the blade.
S Insert a hex wrench into the aligned holes.
This will keep the shaft from turning while
tightening the blade nut.
Lock Button
Lock--out
Lever
Throttle T
S Before releasing the throttle trigger, press
the lock button. While this button is still de-
pressed release the throttle trigger.
Hex Wrench
NOTE: This should allow the throttle trigger
to remain in the depressed position for start-
ing. You may want to practice this a few times
before you first start the unit.
S DO NOT squeeze throttle trigger during
starting; otherwise, it will be necessary to
reset the throttle lock.
S Tighten the blade nut firmly with a wrench
while holding hex wrench in position.
S Remove the hex wrench.
S Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds
against the shield, or appears to be uneven,
the blade is not centered, and you must re-
install.
COLD ENGINE OR WARM ENGINE
AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
S Rest engine and shield on ground, support-
ing trimmer head off ground.
NOTE: To remove blade, insert hex wrench
into aligned holes. Un-thread nut and remove S Move the switch to the ON position.
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S Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
S Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE posi-
tion.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD
Bring the engine to cutting speed before en-
tering the material to be cut.
Choke
Starter
Handle
Do not run engine at a higher speed than neces-
sary. The cutting line will cut efficiently when the
engine is run at less than full throttle. At lower
speeds, there is less engine noise and vibration.
The cutting line will last longer and will be less
likely to “weld” onto the spool.
If the trimmer head does not turn when the en-
gine is in operation, make sure the drive shaft
housing is properly seated in engine shroud.
Always release the throttle trigger and allow
the engine to return to idle speed when not
cutting.
ADVANCING THE TRIMMER LINE
Trimmer line will advance approximately 2 in. (5
cm) each time the bottom of the trimmer head is
tapped on the ground with the engine running at
full throttle.
The most efficient line length is the maximum
length allowed by line limiter.
Always keep the shield in place when the tool
is being operated.
To Advance Line:
S Operate the engine at full throttle.
S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above
the grassy area.
S Tap bottom of trimmer head lightly on the
ground one time. Approximately 2 in. (5 cm)
of line will be advanced with each tap. A
blade on the shield will cut the line to the
correct length.
Primer Bulb
Muffler
S Activate the throttle lock. Keep throttle trigger
in the starting position until engine runs
smoothly.
S Pull starter rope handle sharply 6 times.
S Move choke lever to HALF CHOKE posi-
tion.
S Pull starter rope sharply no more than 6
pulls, until engine runs.
S Allow engine to run 10 seconds, then move
choke lever to OFF CHOKE position. Allow
unit to run for 30 more seconds at OFF
CHOKE before releasing throttle trigger
from the starting position. Release throttle
trigger by squeezing the trigger and then re-
leasing it.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
S Move the switch to the ON position.
S Move choke lever to OFF CHOKE position.
S Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs.
S If engine does not start in 5 pulls, follow in-
structions in STARTING A COLD ENGINE.
USING YOUR UNIT
OPERATING POSITION
Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy
area. Tapping on surfaces such as concrete
or asphalt can cause excessive wear to the
trimmer head.
If line is worn down to 2 in. (5 cm) or less, more
than one tap will be required to obtain the most
efficient line length.
Control Handle
in Right Hand
WARNING: Use only .080” (2 mm)
diameter line. Other sizes of line will not ad-
vance properly and can cause serious injury.
Do not use other materials such as wire,
string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during
cutting and become a dangerous missile that
can cause serious injury.
S Left arm extended with hand holding the
handlebar grip.
S Right hand holding control handle, with fin-
gers on throttle trigger.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USE WITH BRUSH BLADE
S Engine below waist level.
S Shoulder strap pad centered on left shoul- S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs
der.
when using a bladed unit. This reaction can
cause serious injury such as amputation.
Carefully study this section. It is important that
you understand what causes blade thrust,
how you can reduce the chance of its occur-
ring, and how you can remain in control of unit
if blade thrust occurs.
S Danger sign centered on your back.
S Full weight of tool on left shoulder.
S Without operator bending over, the blade or
trimmer head is near and parallel to the
ground and easily contacts material to be
cut.
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S WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST Blade
Always release the throttle trigger and allow
Thrust can occur when the spinning blade engine to return to idle speed when not cut-
contacts an object that it does not cut. This ting. The blade should not turn while the en-
contact causes the blade to stop for an instant gine is running at idle. If the blade turns at idle,
and then suddenly move or “thrust” away
do not use your unit. Refer to the Carburetor
from the object that was hit. The “thrusting” re- adjustment section or contact your Autho-
action can be violent enough to cause the op- rized Service Dealer.
erator to be propelled in any direction and lose
10 o’clock
control of the unit. The uncontrolled unit can
Cut using the 8 o’clock
to 10 o’clock position of
the blade
cause serious injury if the blade contacts the
operator or others.
S WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS. Blade
thrust can occur without warning if the
blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more
likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to
see the material being cut. By using the unit
properly, the occurrence of blade thrust will
be reduced and the operator will be less
likely to lose control.
8 o’clock
WARNING: The operator or others
must not try to clear away cut material with the
engine running or the blade turning to avoid
serious injury. Stop engine and blade before
removing materials wrapped around blade or
tube.
REPLACING THE LINE
S Press the lock tabs and remove the cover.
S Remove the lock ring, tap button, and
spool.
Spool
Hub
S Cut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up
to 2 inches in diameter with the brush blade.
Do not let the blade contact material it can-
not cut such as stumps, rocks, fences,
metal, etc., or clusters of hard, woody brush
having a diameter greater than 2 inches.
S Keep the blade sharp. A dull blade is more
likely to snag and thrust.
Lock Ring
Tap
Button
S Check the indexing teeth on the spool and
hub for wear.
S Cut only at full throttle. The blade will have
maximum cutting power and is less likely to
bind or stall.
S Use a clean cloth to wipe the inner/outer
surfaces of the spool and hub.
S Use only .080 inch (2 mm) diameter line.
S Cut two lengths of line approximately 20
feet (6 m).
S “Feed” the blade deliberately and not too
rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed
too rapidly.
S Insert line into the small hole in the spool.
S Cut only from your right to your left. Swing-
ing the unit in the same direction as the
blade spins increases the cutting action.
S Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip
on the unit with both hands. A properly ad-
justed shoulder strap will support the
weight of the unit, freeing your arms and
hands to control and guide the cutting mo-
tion.
S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and
braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of
unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and
balance.
End of
Line
Arrow on
Spool
S Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool; wind in direction of arrow found on
spool.
S Keep blade below waist level; it will be eas-
ier to maintain control of unit.
S Do not raise the engine above your waist as
the blade can come dangerously close to
your body.
S Leave 4--6 inches (10--15 cm) of line un-
wound.
S Insert line into the line exit hole in the hub.
S Push spool into hub. Press spool down,
then turn it to catch spool tabs under gear
tabs.
S Do not swing unit with such force that you
are in danger of losing your balance.
Bring the engine to cutting speed before en-
tering the material to be cut.
S Re-install the tap button, lock ring, and cov-
er.
If the blade does not turn when you squeeze
the throttle trigger, make sure tube is fully in- S Pull the end of the line to set spool in the op-
serted into the engine.
erating position.
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SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug yearly with a Champion
CJ-8Y plug; spark plug gap is .025 in.
SERVICE
IGNITION TIMING
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Ignition timing is fixed, non-adjustable.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Damage will occur if you turn the needles be-
yond the limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1-800-554-6723 for assistance.
a complicated task. We recommend that you NEED SERVICE PARTS?
take your unit to an Authorized Service Dealer. Contact your dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of
the recommended remedies below other than remedies that require unit to be operating.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
S Engine flooded.
S Fuel tank empty.
S Spark plug not firing.
S Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
S See “Starting Instructions.”
S Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
S Install new spark plug.
S Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
S Carburetor requires
adjustment.
S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
S Carburetor requires
S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine will not
idle properly.
adjustment.
S Throttle trigger problems. S Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
S Air filter dirty.
S Clean or replace air filter.
S Clean or replace spark plug
and re-gap.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power, or
dies under a
load.
S Spark plug fouled.
S Carburetor requires
adjustment.
S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
S Fuel mixture incorrect.
S Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
S Clean or replace air filter.
S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine smokes
excessively.
S Air filter dirty.
S Carburetor requires
adjustment.
S Fuel mixture incorrect.
S Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
S Replace with correct spark plug.
S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine runs hot.
S Spark plug incorrect.
S Carburetor requires
adjustment.
S Line improperly routed in
head.
S Check line routing.
Line does not
advance or
breaks while
cutting.
S Line improperly would
onto spool.
S Rewind line tightly and evenly.
S Incorrect line size.
S Not enough line outside
of head.
S Use only 0.080” diameter line.
S Pull 4 inches of line outside of head.
S Dirt buildup on cover.
S Clean cover.
Line welds
onto spool.
S Incorrect line size.
S Incorrect spool.
S Line is being crowded
against material being
cut.
S Use only 0.080” diameter line.
S Replace with correct spool.
S Cut with tip of line fully extended.
S Remove cover and pull 4 inches
of line outside of head.
S Use only 0.080” diameter line.
S Too little line outside of
head.
S Line size incorrect.
Line pulls
back into
head.
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U.S. EPA
LIMITED WARRANTY
EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY STATEMENT
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, Divi-
sion WCI Outdoor Products, Inc., warrants to
the original purchaser that each new Weed
Eater brand gasoline tool or attachment is
free from defects in material and workman-
ship and agrees to repair or replace under this
warranty any defective gasoline product or at-
tachment as follows from the original date of
purchase.
YOUR
WARRANTY
RIGHTS
AND
OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental
Protection Agency and POULAN/WEED
EATER, DIVISION OF WCI OUTDOOR
PRODUCTS are pleased to explain the
emissions control system warranty on your
lawn and garden equipment engine. All new
utility and lawn and garden equipment
engines must be designed, built, and
equipped to meet the stringent anti--smog
standards. POULAN/WEED EATER must
warrant the emission control system on your
lawn and garden equipment engine for the
periods of time listed below provided there
has been no abuse, neglect, or improper
maintenance of your lawn and garden
equipment engine. Your emission control
system includes parts such as the carburetor
and the ignition system. Where a warrantable
condition exits, POULAN/WEED EATER will
repair your lawn and garden equipment
engine at no cost to you. Expenses covered
under warranty include diagnosis, parts and
labor. MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
COVERAGE: If any emissions related part
on your engine (as listed under Emissions
Control Warranty Parts List) is defective or a
defect in the materials or workmanship of the
engine causes the failure of such an emission
related part, the part will be repaired or
replaced by POULAN/WEED EATER.
2 YEARS--Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS--Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income produc-
ing purposes.
30 DAYS--Parts and Labor, if used for rental
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or the use
of accessories and/or attachments not spe-
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS for this tool. Additionally,
this warranty does not cover tune-ups, spark
plugs, filters, etc., that will wear and require
replacement with reasonable use during the
warranty period. This warranty does not cov-
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments
explained in the operator’s manual.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS’ policy
is to continuously improve its products.
Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME PRO-
DUCTS reserves the right to change, modify,
or discontinue models, designs, specifica-
tions, and accessories of all products at any
time without notice or obligation to any pur-
chaser.
OWNER’S
WARRANTY
RESPONSIBILITIES: As the lawn and
garden equipment engine owner, you are
responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your Owner’s
Manual.
POULAN/WEED
EATER
recommends that you retain all receipts
covering maintenance on your lawn and
garden
equipment
engine,
but
POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny
warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for
your failure to ensure the performance of all
scheduled maintenance. As the lawn and
garden equipment engine owner, you should
be aware that POULAN/WEED EATER may
deny you warranty coverage if your lawn and
garden equipment engine or a part of it has
failed due to abuse, neglect, improper
maintenance, unapproved modifications, or
the use of parts not made or approved by the
original equipment manufacturer. You are
responsible for presenting your lawn and
garden
equipment
engine
to
a
POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repair
center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty
repairs should be completed in a reasonable
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
have any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should contact
your nearest authorized service center or call
POULAN/WEED
1--800--554--6723.
EATER
at
WARRANTY
COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty
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period begins on the date the lawn and garden under warranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
equipment engine is purchased. LENGTH
All failures caused by abuse, neglect, or
improper maintenance are not covered.
OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a
period of two years from the initial date of ADD--ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use
purchase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR
of add--on or modified parts can be grounds
for disallowing warranty claim.
OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or
a
replacement of any warranted part will be POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover
performed at no charge to the owner at an failures of warranted parts caused by the use
approved POULAN/WEED EATER servicing
center. If you have any questions regarding
of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A
CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized
service center or call POULAN/WEED
EATER at 1--800--554--6723 WARRANTY
PERIOD: Any warranted part which is not
scheduled for replacement as required
should contact your nearest authorized
service center or call POULAN/WEED
EATER at 1--800--554--6723 . WHERE TO
GET WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty
services or repairs shall be provided at all
maintenance, or which is scheduled only for POULAN/WEED EATER service centers. call:
regular inspection to the effect of “repair or 1--800--554--6723
replace as necessary” shall be warranted for REPLACEMENT
years. Any warranted part which is EMISSION RELATED
scheduled for replacement as required POULAN/WEED
MAINTENANCE,
AND
REPAIR
OF
2
PARTS:
Any
EATER
approved
maintenance shall be warranted for the period replacement part used in the performance of
of time up to the first scheduled replacement any warranty maintenance or repair on
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner
emission related parts will be provided
shall not be charged for diagnostic labor without charge to the owner if the part is under
which leads to the determination that warranty. EMISSION CONTROL
a
warranted part is defective if the diagnostic WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor,
work is performed at an approved
POULAN/WEED EATER servicing center.
Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to
maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is
responsible for the performance of all
required maintenance as defined in the
CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES:
POULAN/WEED EATER may be liable for
damages to other engine components
caused by the failure of a warranted part still owner’s manual.
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