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7
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURUNIT.
Compare the illu s tration s with your u n it to familiar iz e yourself with the location of the var io u s c o ntrols
and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer ence.
Trigger Handle
Handlebar
Shield
Muffler
Choke
Lever
Primer Bulb
Starter Handle
Trimmer head
Blade
ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP switch is used to stop the
engine. To stop the engi ne, push and release
the engine ON/STO P switch.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB removes airfrom 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 f orm.
CHOKE
The CH OKE helps to supply fuel to the engine
to aid in cold starting . Activa te the c h o k e by
moving the choke lever to the FULL C H OKE
position. Afterthe engineattemptsto start,move
the choke lever to the HALF CH O KE position.
Once engine has started, move the choke lever
to the OFF CHO KE position.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
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.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. Before oper ation, gasoline must be
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-
cooled engine oildesigned to be m ixedat aratio
of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil
is r ecomm ended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2
ounces of oil w ith 1 gallonof unleadedgasoline.
DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed oncon-
tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake
container momentarily to assure that the fuel
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling
your unit.
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 stor-
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage.
Toavoid engine problems, empty the fuel sys-
tem before storage f or 3 0 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.
See the STORAGE section for additional in-
formation.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
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To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position.
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If engine does not stop, move choke lever
to FULL CHOKE position.
Throttle Trigger
ON/STOP
Switch