Powermate P-WFT-16022 Trimmer User Manual


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Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 Copyright © 2009 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC
How to Prepare for Storage
Maintenance (Continued)
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Never store the trimmer indoors with fuel in the fuel tank.
Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where
fumescouldreachanopename,asparkorapilotlightas
on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer. Allow engine to
cool before storing unit.
Donotremovegasolinewhileinsideabuilding,nearare,
or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explo-
sionorare.
NOTE: A yearly checkup or tune-up at an authorized service
center will make sure that the trimmer will provide maximum
performance for the next season.
When the trimmer is put in storage for thirty days or more,
the following steps should be followed to make sure the
Trimmer is in good condition the next season.
1. Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline.
2.Changetheoilbyfollowinginstructionsunder“Howto
Change the Engine Oil” section.
3. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour one
ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slowly pull the recoil-
start grip so that the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a
spark plug in the cylinder. Pull recoil slowly until
resistance is felt. This will close the cylinder valves.
WARNING
WARNING
You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this Trimmer. If so, you can contact our
Technical Service Department at 1-800-737-2112 (English only).
You may also write to:
METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY
ATTN: Technical Service – METL
625 Barclay Blvd.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Technical Service
When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready:
•YourName
•YourAddress
•YourPhoneNumber
•ModelNumberofProduct
•DateofPurchase(includecopyofreceiptforwrittenrequests)
If you need assistance or have any questions, CALL
TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112.
WARNING
Do NOT attach spark plug wire to spark plug when storing
unit.
4. Clean Trimmer. Remove all dirt, leaves, debris, grease,
etc.fromtheTrimmer–includingcylindercoolingns,
recoil starter cover holes, under fuel tank, and
undermufer.
5.Checkthetrimmerforwornordamagedparts.Have
damaged parts replaced if necessary.
6. Tighten any loose hardware.
7. Apply lubrication as directed in Maintenance section.
8. Put the unit in a building that has good ventilation.
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