Weed Eater 530088944 Blower User Manual


 
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Use r akes and brooms to loosen debris be-
fore blowing.
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In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-
ter is available.
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Conserve water by using power blower s
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, por ches, and gardens.
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Watch out for children, pets, open windows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
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Use the full blower nozzle extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
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After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
FUELING
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. 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. (A 40:1 ratio is
obtained 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 HANDLE FUEL WITH
CAUTION.
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
storage. Acidic gas can dam age the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. Toavoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
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.
STARTING
TO STOP THE ENGINE
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To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
to the STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
You MUST make sure the tubes are secure
before using the unit.
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Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) away from the fueling site.
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Hold the unit in the starting position as
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-
rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.
STARTING POSITION
WARNING:
When starting engi ne,
hold the unit as illu s tr a ted . Donot set unit on a ny
surface except a clean, hard area when starting
engine or while engine is running. Debris such
as gr avel, s and, dust, gr ass, etc. coul d be
picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, damaging the
unit or property, or causing ser ious injury to by-
standers or the operator.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
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Move throttle lever to the
position.
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Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.
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Slowly press the primer button 8 times.
Throttle Lever
Choke Lever
Primer Button
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Pull starter rope sharply until engine at-
tempts to run, but no more than 5 pulls (be-
low 30
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F, 8 pulls).
NOTE:
If engine attempts to start before the
5
th
pull, go to next step immediately.
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Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position.
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Pull the starter rope sharply until the engine
runs, but no more than 5 pulls (below 30
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F,
10 pulls). Run engine for 5 seconds, then
move choke lever to the RUN position.
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Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at
the RUNposition before moving the throttle
lever to
position.
If engine has not started after 5 pulls (at HALF
CH O KE), repeat ST ARTING A COLDENGINE
procedure. If engine still does not start, pr oceed
to STAR TING A FLOODED ENGIN E.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
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Move throttle lever to the
position.
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Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 5 pulls.