Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
S31BC
For Occasional Use Only
DANGER:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
PELIGRO:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-
siones graves.
DANGER:
Lire le manuel d’instructions 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, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
530088130
4/26/02
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S Wear hearing protection.
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.
S Never start or run the engine inside a
closed room or building. Breathing exhaust
fumes can kill.
S Keep handles free of oil and fue. l
S Always use the handlebar and a properly
adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see
ASSEMBLY).
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks,
broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which
can be thrown or become entangled in the
blade or trimmer head.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Stop unit and disconnect
the spark plug before performing mainte-
nance (except carburetor adjustments).
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 Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15
meters) away. Stop engine immediately if
you are approached.
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. 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. A hot muffler can cause se-
rious burns.
S Use only 0.080! (2 mm) diameter Snappert/
Weed Eater" brand replacement line.
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on
right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.
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.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
S Use only specified blade or trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the unit before carrying.
S Keep muffler away from your body.
S Allow the engine to cool and secure the 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 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 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 so the blade or line limiter blade
cannot accidentally cause injury. The unit
can be hung by the tube.
S Store unit out of reach of children.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended Snappert/Weed
Eaterr accessories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by your au-
thorized service dealer.
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.
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 Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel
spills before starting engine.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans- with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car- arresting screen which meets the require-
buretor by starting the engine and letting it ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All
run until it stops.
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
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Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore- to do so is a violation of the law. For normal
gon, and Washington require by law that homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-
many internal combustion engines be ing screen will not require any service. After
equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you 50 hours of use, we recommend that your
operate in a locale where such regulations ex- muffler be serviced or replaced by your autho-
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining rized service dealer.
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the following
list:
Handlebar
S Brushcutter
S Blade shield screws (4)
S Cupped washer
S Large nut for installing blades
S Hex wrench
S Metal shield
S Plastic shield
S Shoulder strap with warning
S 4--point weed blade
S Trimmer head (assembled on unit)
S Handlebar (assembled on unit)
S Wing nut (screwed onto shield)
S Container of oil
2. Rotate handlebar/clamp counterclock-
wise toward engine until clamp falls into
groove of base.
Handlebar
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before performing any as-
sembly procedures.
Handlebar
Clamp
Clamp
Knob
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-
Clamp
Base
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.
TOOLS REQUIRED
S Hex wrench (provided)
S Adjustable wrench
3. Place the handlebar in a comfortable
position.
4. Retighten handlebar by turning clamp
knob clockwise until handlebar is secure
and stationary in clamp base (clamp
knob can not be overtightened).
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap
and handlebar adjustments are required before
starting the engine.
1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and
balance before starting the engine or begin-
ning a cutting operation.
ADJUST AND SECURE THE HAN-
DLEBAR
DANGER: To avoid serious injury, the
barrier portion of the handlebar must be ad-
justed and remain installed as shown to pro-
vide a barrier between operator and the spin-
ning blade. The handlebar clamp must be
positioned between the arrows on the handle-
bar decal.
2. 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 shoulder
strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoul-
der.
1. Lift handlebar to upright position.
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be
about 6 inches below the waist.
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located
between the trigger handle and the handle-
bar clamp base and lift the tool to the oper-
ating position.
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CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT
Bracket
You can configure your unit using a cutting
head for grass and light weeds, or a weed
blade for cutting grass, weeds, and brush up
to 1/2 inch in diameter. To assemble your unit,
go to the section for the desired configuration
and follow the instructions.
Slot
Wing Nut
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --
TRIMMER HEAD
Gearbox
Dust Cup
Shield
TRIMMER
HEAD
Retaining Washer
NOTE: Make sure all parts are properly
installed as shown in the illustration before
installing the trimmer head.
5. Push in locking lever and hold.
6. Rotate dust cup until the locking lever
falls into one of the grooves.
NOTE: Remove the blade and metal shield be-
fore attaching the plastic shield and trimmer
head. To remove blade, push in locking lever
and hold. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever
falls into one of the grooves in the dust cup.
Continue to hold the locking lever. This will keep
the shaft from turning while loosening the blade
nut. Remove blade nut by turning clockwise.
Release locking lever. Remove both washers
and blade. To remove metal shield, loosen and
remove the four mounting screws. See AT-
TACHING THE METAL SHIELD and INSTAL-
LATION OF THE METAL BLADE for illustra-
tions. Be sure to store all parts and instructions
for future use.
Locking Lever
7. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
keep the shaft from turning while tighten-
ing the trimmer head.
8. Thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the
direction shown on the decal. Tighten un-
til secure.
9. Release locking lever.
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION -- WEED
BLADE
ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD
AND TRIMMER HEAD
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial
protection to the operator and others from the
risk of thrown objects, and is equipped with a
line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the
proper length. The line limiter blade (on un-
derside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
WEED
BLADE
2. Insert bracket into slot on shield.
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole
in bracket.
4. Tighten the wing nut securely.
NOTE: Remove the trimmer head and plas-
tic shield before attaching the metal shield
and installing the weed blade. To remove the
trimmer head, push in locking lever and hold.
Rotate trimmer head until the locking lever
falls into one of the grooves in the dust cup.
Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
keep the shaft from turning while loosening
the cutting head. To remove the plastic shield,
loosen and remove wing nut. Pivot shield to
release bracket from slot. See INSTALLA-
TION OF THE CUTTING HEAD and AT-
TACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD for illustra-
NOTE: If your unit has a plastic cover over
the threads on the threaded shaft, remove the
covering to expose the threads. Before
installing the trimmer head, make sure the
dust cup and retaining washer are positioned
on the gearbox as shown below.
tions.
Be sure to store all parts and
instructions for future use. Never use the
trimmer head with the metal blade installed.
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3. Make sure the raised part of the retaining
washer is facing the gearbox and the
raised area fits into the hole in the center
of the blade.
ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD
WARNING: The metal shield must
be properly installed on the tool anytime the
tool is used with a 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.
4. Slide the blade and retaining washer onto
the shaft of the gearbox.
5. Place the cupped washer onto the shaft.
Make sure the cupped side of the washer
is toward the blade.
6. Install the blade nut by threading onto the
shaft counterclockwise.
Gearbox
1. Place the metal shield under the gearbox,
and align the screw holes.
Shield
Gearbox
Dust Cup
Shield
Threaded Shaft
de
Retaining
Washer
Cupped
Washer
Nut
2. Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws
through the holes of the gearbox and the
metal shield. Tighten evenly and secure-
ly with the hex wrench provided.
INSTALLATION OF THE METAL
BLADE
NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as il-
lustrated, and the blade is sandwiched between
the dust cup and the retaining washer. There
should be no space between the blade and the
dust cup or the retaining washer.
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
7. Push in locking lever and hold.
when handling or performing maintenance on
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and 8. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever
can cut you even when it is not moving.
falls into one of the grooves in the dust
cup.
WARNING: Do not use any blades, or
fastening hardware other than the washers and
nuts shown in the following illustrations. These
parts must be provided by Poulan/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.
Locking Lever
NOTE: The dust cup and retaining washer are 9. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
located on the gearbox shaft and not in the parts
bag. All other fasteners mentioned in the follow-
ing assembly steps are in the parts bag.
keep the shaft from turning while tightening
the blade nut.
10. Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench.
11. Release locking lever.
1. Remove the retaining washer from the
threaded shaft of the gearbox. Leave the 12. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds
dust cup on the shaft.
against the shield, or appears to be uneven,
the blade is not centered, and you must re-
install.
2. Install the blade and the retaining washer
over the threaded shaft.
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OPERATIO
K
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C
a
Blade
ON/STOP SWITCH
CHOKE
The ON/STOP switch is used to stop the
engine. To stop the engine, push and release
the engine ON/STOP switch.
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position. After the engine attempts to start, move
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
Once engine has started, move the choke lever
to the OFF CHOKE position.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-
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 form.
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling
your unit.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT
WARNING: 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.
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 stor-
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage.
FUELING ENGINE
To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel sys-
tem 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.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod-
ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
WARNING: 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-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be
mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater
brand synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gaso-
line and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is ob-
tained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon
of unleaded gasoline.
DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on con-
tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake
See the STORAGE section for additional in-
formation.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
S To stop the engine, push and release the
engine ON/STOP switch. The switch will
automatically return to the ON position.
Wait 5 seconds before attempting to restart
unit to allow switch to reset.
container momentarily to assure that the fuel S If engine does not stop, move choke lever
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow
to FULL CHOKE position.
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Choke
position
decal
Thro
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine
doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF
CHOKE position), move the choke lever to
the FULL CHOKE position and press the
primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the
throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2
more times. Move the choke lever to the
HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter
rope until the engine runs, but no more than
6 pulls. If the engine doesn’t start, repeat
procedure 2 additional times.
WARNING: The trimmer head will
turn while starting the engine. Avoid any con-
tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
NOTE: If engine still doesn’t start, it is
probably flooded. Proceed to STARTING A
FLOODED ENGINE.
Starting Position
8. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 se-
conds, then move the choke lever to OFF
CHOKE by aligning lever with position
shown on decal (see illustration below). Al-
low the unit to run for 30 more seconds at
OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle
trigger. NOTE: If engine dies with the
choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position,
move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position and pull the rope until engine runs,
but no more than 6 pulls.
Starter Handle
Choke
Lever
Primer Bulb
Muffler
Choke
position
decal
1. Set unit on a flat surface.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
3. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE by
aligning lever with position shown on de-
cal (see illustration below).
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
2. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until
the engine runs smoothly.
Choke
position
decal
3. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 5 pulls.
4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then
move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE
position.
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter
rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run, it
is probably flooded.
4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold
through all remaining steps.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do Flooded engines can be started by placing
not pull rope more than 6 times.
the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position;
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex-
cess fuel. This could require pulling the starter
handle many times depending on how badly
the unit is flooded.
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying
to start, move choke lever to HALF
CHOKE by aligning lever with position
shown on decal (see illustration below).
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If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE
The 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.
OPERATING POSITION
The most efficient line length is the maximum
length allowed by the line limiter.Always keep
the shield in place when the tool is being oper-
ated.
ALWAYS WEAR:
Eye Protection
To advance line:
S Operate the engine at full throttle.
S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above
the grassy area.
S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly
on the ground one time. Approximately 2 in.
(5 cm) of line will be advanced with each
tap.
Long Pants
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 the line is worn down to 2
inches (5 cm) or less, more than one tap will
be required to obtain the most efficient line
length.
Boots
Cut from your left to your right.
WARNING: Use only 0.080! (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.
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-
lowing:
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar
grip with your left hand.
S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with
finger on throttle trigger.
S Keep unit below waist level.
S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your
left shoulder and danger sign centered on
your back.
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left
shoulder.
S Without bending over, keep the blade or
trimmer head near and parallel to the
ground and not crowded into material being
cut.
CUTTING METHODS
WARNING: Use minimum speed
and do not crowd the line when cutting around
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),
which can damage the trimmer head, become
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a
serious hazard.
S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will
achieve the best performance and mini-
mum line wear by not crowding the line into
the cutting area. The right and wrong ways
are shown below.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD
WARNING: Always wear eye protec-
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks
or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes
and face and cause blindness or other serious
injury.
Before trimming, bring engine to a speed suffi-
cient to cut material to be trimmed.
Do not run the engine at a higher speed than
necessary. 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.
S The line will easily remove grass and
weeds from around walls, fences, trees and
flower beds, but it also can cut the tender
bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full
throttle to increase line life and decrease
head wear, especially:
Always release the throttle trigger and allow
the engine to return to idle speed when not
cutting.
S During light duty cutting.
S Near objects around which the line can
wrap such as small posts, trees or fence
wire.
S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for
a good clean job.
To stop engine:
S Release the throttle trigger.
S Push and release the engine ON/STOP
switch.
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TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer
head about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and
at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to
make contact. Do not force trimmer line into
work area.
Trimming
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USE WITH WEED BLADE
S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs
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
occurring, and how you can remain in control
of unit if blade thrust occurs.
S WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST -- Blade
Thrust can occur when the spinning blade
contacts an object that it does not cut. This
contact causes the blade to stop for an instant
and then suddenly move or “thrust” away
from the object that was hit. The “thrusting”
reaction can be violent enough to cause the
operator to be propelled in any direction and
lose control of the unit. The uncontrolled unit
can cause serious injury if the blade contacts
the operator or others.
SCALPING -- The scalping technique removes
unwanted vegetation down to the ground. Hold
the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8
cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow the
tip of the line to strike the ground around trees,
posts, monuments, etc. This technique in-
creases line wear.
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.
MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing
in places conventional lawn mowers cannot
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line
parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the
head into the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
S Cut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up
to 1/2 inch in diameter with the weed blade.
Do not let the blade contact material it
cannot cut such as stumps, rocks, fences,
metal, etc., or clusters of hard, woody brush
having a diameter greater than 1/2 inch.
S Keep the blade sharp. A dull blade is more
likely to snag and thrust.
S Cut only at full throttle. The blade will have
maximum cutting power and is less likely to
bind or stall.
S “Feed” the blade deliberately and not too
rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed
too rapidly.
SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotating S Cut only from your left to your right. Cutting on
line can be used to blow away loose debris from
an area. Keep the line parallel to and above the
right side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
area surface and swing the tool from side to S Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip
side.
on the unit with both hands. A properly
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adjusted shoulder strap will support the S Maintain good firm footing while using the
weight of the unit, freeing your arms and
hands to control and guide the cutting motion.
unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a
comfortable apart position.
S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and S Cut while swinging the upper part of your
braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of
body from left to right.
unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and S As you move forward to the next area to cut,
balance.
be sure to maintain your balance and
footing.
S Keep blade below waist level; it will be
easier to maintain control of unit.
S Do not raise the engine above your waist as
the blade can come dangerously close to
your body.
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION
2 o’clock
Cut using the 2
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.If the blade does
not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger,
make sure tube is fully inserted into the en-
gine.
o’clock to 4 o’clock
position of the
blade
4 o’clock
Always release the throttle trigger and allow
engine to return to idle speed when not cut-
WARNING: The operator or others
ting. The blade should not turn while the en- must not try to clear away cut material with the
gine is running at idle. If the blade turns at idle, engine running or the blade turning to avoid
do not use your unit. Refer to the CARBURE-
TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your
authorized service dealer.
serious injury. Stop engine and blade before
removing materials wrapped around blade or
tube.
MAINTENANCE
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor
chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re-
lease air filter cover.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
S Debris Shield
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or
producing harmful evaporative emissions, do
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable
solvent.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter;
squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace parts.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing and
releasing the switch. Make sure engine
stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart
engine and continue
Air Filter
Button
Air Filter
Cover
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 in. Ignition timing is
fixed and nonadjustable.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-
CALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench..
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
REPLACING THE LINE
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows
found on the spool.
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap
button.
6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3
to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
7. Insert the lines into the the exit holes in
the hub as shown in the illustration.
8. Align the notches with the line exit holes.
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into
place.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two
lengths of 12-1/2 feet of 0.080! (2 mm) di-
ameter Snappert/Weed Eaterr brand line.
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small holes on the inside of
spool.
10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub
to release the lines from the notches.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re-
placement instructions and illustrations.
Spool
Small
Holes
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.
We recommend that you take your unit to an
authorized service dealer. Damage will occur
if you turn the needles beyond the limiter
stops.
Line exit holes
Line in Notch
Line in Notch
Hub
STORAGE
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer.
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-
porting.
S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
ENGINE
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-
mended type and heat range.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
OTHER
FUEL SYSTEM
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message la-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in
Operation Section.
1. Engine flooded.
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
3. Install new spark plug.
2. Fuel tank empty.
3. Spark plug not firing.
4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
5. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
5. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Air filter dirty.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
2. Spark plug fouled.
and regap.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low.
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine
1. Choke partially on.
1. Adjust choke.
smokes
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
excessively.
3. Air filter dirty.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
3. Clean or replace air filter.
4. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation
section.
2. Replace with correct spark plug.
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine runs
hot.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments
warrants to the original purchaser that each explained in the instruction manual.
new Snappert brand gasoline tool or attach-
ment is free from defects in material and
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline
product or attachment as follows from the
original date of purchase.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.NO CLAIMS FOR CON-
SEQUENTIAL OROTHER DAMAGES WILL
BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EX-
CEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY 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.
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- The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi-
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune- PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat- change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
ing head parts that will wear and require
signs, specifications, and accessories of all
replacement with reasonable use during the products at any time without notice or obliga-
warranty period. This warranty does not cov- tion to any purchaser.
U.S. EPA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-
maintenance. As the small off--road engine
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection owner, you should be aware that POULAN/
Agency and POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVI-
SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS, INC.,
WEED EATER may deny you warranty cover-
age if your small off--road engine or a part of it
are pleased to explain the emissions control has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-
system warranty on your year 2001--2004 small tenance, unapproved modifications, or the use
off--road engine. POULAN/WEED EATER of parts not made or approved by the original
must warrant the emission control system on equipment manufacturer. You are responsible
your small off--road engine for the periods of for presenting your small off--road engine to a
time listed below provided there has been no POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repair
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty
your small off--road engine. Your emission con- repairs should be completed in a reasonable
trol system includes parts such as the carbure-
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
tor and the ignition system. Where a warrant- have any questions regarding your warranty
able condition exists, POULAN/WEED EATER rights and responsibilities, you should contact
will repair your small off--road engine at no cost your nearest authorized service center or call
to you. Expenses covered under warranty in-
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC- WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any
warranty period begins on the date the small
POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.
emissions related part on your engine (as listed off--road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF
under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a peri-
defective or a defect in the materials or work- od of two years from the initial date of purchase.
manship of the engine causes the failure of such WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-
an emission related part, the part will be repaired PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or replace-
or replaced by POULAN/WEED EATER.
ment of any warranted part will be performed at
no charge to the owner at an approved POU-
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner, you LAN/WEED EATER servicing center. If you
are responsible for the performance of the re- have any questions regarding your warranty
quired maintenance listed in your instruction rights and responsibilities, you should contact
manual. POULAN/WEED EATER recom-
your nearest authorized service center or call
mends that you retain all receipts covering POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.
maintenance on your small off--road engine, but WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part
POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny warran-
which is not scheduled for replacement as re-
ty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure quired maintenance, or which is scheduled only
to ensure the performance of all scheduled for regular inspection to the effect of ”repair or
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replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled
CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
for replacement as required maintenance shall should contact your nearest authorized service
be warranted for the period of time up to the first center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at
scheduled replacement point for that part. 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-
for diagnostic labor which leads to the deter- pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED
mination that a warranted part is defective if the EATER service centers. Call 1--800--554--6723.
diagnostic work is performed at an approved MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-
POULAN/WEED EATER servicing center.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POULAN/
PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-
WEED EATER may be liable for damages to ment part used in the performance of any war-
other engine components caused by the failure ranty maintenance or repair on emission related
of a warranted part still under warranty. WHAT parts will be provided without charge to the own-
IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by
er if the part is under warranty. EMISSION
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-
not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is
POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover responsible for the performance of all required
failures of warranted parts caused by the use of maintenance as defined in the instruction
add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A manual.
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
Moderate (50 hours)
Intermediate (125 hours)
Extended (300 hours)
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