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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
BC3100
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.
530088132
4/26/02
S Never start or run the engine inside a closed S Always store gasoline in a container ap-
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
proved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
S Always use the handlebar and a properly
adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see
ASSEMBLY).
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut
before each use. Remove objects (rocks, bro-
ken 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, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away. Stop engine immediately if you are
approached.
S Always keep engine on the right-hand side
of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
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 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 engine is
running.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut-
ting line at the proper length.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm)diameter Weed Eat-
S Cut from your right to your left.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
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er brand line. Never use wire, rope, string,
etc.
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 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 Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-
naces, etc.
S Be sure blade or trimmer head stops turning
when engine idles.
S Make carburetor adjustments with the lower
end supported to prevent blade or trimmer line
from contacting any object. Hold unit by hand;
do not use the shoulder strap for support.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Store unit so the blade or line limiter cannot
accidentally cause injury. The unit can be
hung by the tube.
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 abnor-
mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather
has been linked to blood vessel damage in
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss of feel-
ing in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue
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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 use of this tool and seek medical attention.
the unit or while using the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel the avoidance of these problems. Users who
spills before starting engine. operate power tools on a continual and regular
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fu- basis must monitor closely their physical con-
eling site before starting engine. dition and the condition of this tool.
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re- SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
An anti--vibration system does not guarantee
moving fuel cap.
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
S Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit. arresting screen which meets the require-
Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All
the engine and letting it run until it stops.
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
cannot reach sparks or open flames from gon, and Washington require by law that many
water heaters, electric motors or switches, internal combustion engines be equipped with
furnaces, etc.
a spark arresting screen. If you operate in a
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locale where such regulations exist, you are will not require any service. After 50 hours of
legally responsible for maintaining the operat- use, we recommend that your muffler be ser-
ing condition of these parts. Failure to do so is viced or replaced by your authorized service
a violation of the law. For normal homeowner dealer.
use, the muffler and spark arresting screen
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents for the following:
S Brushcutter
S Tube mounting screws (2)
S Tube mounting nuts (2)
S Handlebar screws (2)
S Blade shield screws (4)
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
2. Some units may include a plastic cover
S Shield for use with trimmer head
over the end of the tube. If your unit in-
S Semi-automatic trimmer head
cludes any covering, remove the cover at
S Shoulder strap with warning
this time.
S Brush blade
3. Pull about 1/2 inch of the drive shaft out of
S Handlebar
the inside of the tube.
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before performing any as-
sembly procedures.
Pull about 1/2 inch from tube
Tube
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-
aged parts.
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.
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.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer.
TOOLS REQUIRED
S 2 hex key wrenches (provided)
S Adjustable wrench or large pliers
S Phillips screwdriver
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.
Ridge
Groove
4. Align the groove in the tube with the ridge
in the engine opening. Insert the tube into
the opening.
5. Firmly push the tube into engine until it will no
longer go into the opening.
6. Tighten the screws, using one of the hex
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 significant-
ly reduce the life of the unit. If this shaft falls
out, clean, relubricate, and re-install.
1. Insert the 2 tube assembly screws and handlebar must be installed as shown to pro-
nuts as illustrated. Keep loose at this time. vide a barrier between operator and the spin-
You will tighten them during a later step. ning blade.
keys provided with the unit.
ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR
DANGER: The barrier portion of the
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1. Locate the decal on the handlebar. This 2. Insert your right arm and head through the
decal includes two arrows. Position the
handlebar on the mounting bracket be-
tween these arrows.
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.
2. Position the bracket cover over the han-
dlebar. Again make sure the handlebar is
between the arrows.
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoulder
strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoul-
der.
3. Insert screws and hand tighten only.
These screws will be tightened later.
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be
Screw
about 6 inches below the waist.
4. 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.
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-
terial. Go to the section for the desired
configuration and follow the instructions for
assembling your unit.
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.
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --
TRIMMER HEAD
1. Remove screw from control handle.
Screw
IMMER
EAD
Screw Hole
2. Slide handle onto the right side of the han-
dlebar and align the screw hole.
3. Re-insert screw and tighten securely.
NOTE: Remove the blade and metal shield
before attaching the plastic shield and trimmer
head. To remove blade, push in locking lever
and hold. Rotate blade nut until the locking le-
ver 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 clock-
wise. Release locking lever. Remove both
washers and blade. To remove metal shield,
loosen and remove the four mounting screws.
See ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD and
INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE for
illustrations. Be sure to store all parts and in-
structions for future use.
NOTE: Make sure the control handle is on
the right side of the unit as shown in the il-
lustration below, and the ON/OFF switch is lo-
cated on the top of the control handle.
4. 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.
5. After attaching the control handle and
tightening 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.
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap and
handlebar adjustments before starting the en-
gine are required.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot on shield.
1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and 3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole
balance before starting the engine or begin-
ning a cutting operation.
in bracket.
4. Tighten the wing nut securely.
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NOTE: If your unit has a plastic cover over the ue to hold in locking lever. This will keep the
threads on the threaded shaft, remove the cov- shaft from turning while loosening the trimmer
ering to expose the threads. Before installing head. Remove trimmer head by turning clock-
the trimmer head, make sure the dust cup and wise. Release locking lever. To remove the
retaining washer are positioned on the gear- plastic shield, loosen and remove wing nut.
box as shown below.
Bracket
Slot
Pivot shield to release bracket from slot. See
ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD AND
TRIMMER HEAD for illustrations. Be sure to
store all parts and instructions for future use.
Never use the trimmer head with the metal
blade installed.
Wing Nut
ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD
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. The blade is
sharp and can cut you. Be sure to wear gloves
while working with blades.
1. If your unit has a plastic cover over the
threads on the shaft, remove the covering
to expose the threads.
2. Place the metal shield under the gearbox,
and align the screw holes.
Gearbox
Shield
Dust Cup
Retaining Washer
NOTE: Make sure all parts are properly
installed as illustrated 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.
Locking Lever
7. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
keep the shaft from turning while tighten-
ing the trimmer head.
Shield
ox
8. Thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the
direction shown on the decal. Tighten until
secure.
9. Release locking lever.
NOTE: The retaining washer must be posi-
tioned with the raised section facing toward
the gearbox.
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --
BRUSH BLADE
3. Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws
through the holes of the gearbox and the
metal shield. Tighten evenly and securely
with the hex wrench provided.
INSTALLATION OF THE METAL
BLADE
BRUSH
BLADE
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling or performing maintenance on
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and
can cut you even when it is not moving.
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.
NOTE: Remove the trimmer head and plastic
NOTE: When installing the blade, make sure
shield before attaching the metal shield and
installing the weed blade. To remove the trim- you install it with the correct side facing up
mer head, push in locking lever and hold. Ro- (marked on the blade). If you are re-installing
tate trimmer head until the locking lever falls an older blade and the writing has worn off,
into one of the grooves in the dust cup. Contin- use the following illustration as a guide.
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Top view of blade
Shield
Dust Cup
Threaded
Shaft
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. All other fasteners mentioned in the fol-
lowing assembly steps are in the parts bag.
Blade
Retaining
Washer
1. Remove the retainer washer from the
gearbox, 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 re-
taining washer.
Cupped
Washer
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.
7. Push in locking lever and hold.
8. Rotate blade nut until the locking lever falls
into one of the grooves in the dust cup.
Retaining
Dust Cup
Washer
Locking Lever
2. Install the blade over the threaded shaft
extending from the gearbox between the
dust cup and the retaining washer.
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 9. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
the blade.
keep the shaft from turning while tightening
the blade nut.
4. Slide the blade and retaining washer onto
the shaft of the gearbox.
10. Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench.
5. Now place the cupped washer onto the 11. Release locking lever.
shaft. Make sure the cupped side of the 12. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds
washer is toward the blade.
6. Install the blade nut by threading onto the
shaft counterclockwise.
against the shield, or appears to be un-
even, the blade is not centered, and you
must reinstall.
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OPERATION
K
RUNIT.
Ccontrols
a
Choke Lever
Starter Handle
ON/STOP
Switch
Handlebar
Tube
Throttle Trigger
Muffler
Trimmer Head
Shield
Blade
Line Limiter Blade
ON/STOP SWITCH
CHOKE
The ON/STOP switch is used to stop the engine. The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to
To stop the engine, push and release the engine aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by moving
ON/STOP switch.
PRIMER BULB
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.
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.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or meth-
anol) can attract moisture which leads to sep-
aration and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine prob-
lems, 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 car-
buretor 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 information.
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 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 gasoline and oil at a ratio of
40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2
ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gaso-
line. 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
container momentarily to assure that the fuel
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling
your unit.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position (toward the cut-
ting head).
S If engine does not stop, move choke lever to
the FULL CHOKE position.
ON
ON/OFF
Switch
OFF
Throttle Trigge
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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. NOTE: If engine still doesn’t start,
it is probably flooded. Proceed to START-
ING A FLOODED ENGINE.
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
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.
9. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 se-
conds, then move the choke lever to the
OFF CHOKE position. Allow the unit to run
for 30 more seconds at OFF CHOKE before
releasing the throttle trigger from the starting
position. Release the throttle lock by
squeezing and 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.
1. Lock throttle trigger into the starting post-
ion 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.
Lock Button
Lock--out
Lever
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
Throttle T
2. Before releasing the throttle trigger, press
the lock button. While this button is still de-
pressed release the throttle trigger.
2. Set the throttle trigger in the starting posi-
tion using the throttle lock feature. Keep
throttle trigger in the starting position until
engine runs smoothly.
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.
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.
3. DO NOT squeeze throttle trigger during
starting; otherwise, it will be necessary to
reset the throttle lock.
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter
rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run, it
is probably flooded.
COLD ENGINE STARTING (or warm
engine after running out of fuel)
1. Rest engine and shield on ground, sup-
porting trimmer head off ground.
2. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON posi-
tion.
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
4. Move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing the
choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position; then,
pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel.
This could require pulling the starter handle
many times depending on how badly the unit is
flooded.
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
Choke
Starter
Handle
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
Eye Protection
Primer
5. Set the throttle trigger in the starting position
using the throttle lock feature. Keep throttle
trigger in the starting position until engine
runs smoothly.
Control Handle
in Right Hand
6. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do
not pull rope more than 6 times.
Long Pants
Boots
7. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying
to start, move choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
Cut from your left to your right.
8. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto
doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-
CHOKE position), move the choke lever to lowing:
the FULL CHOKE position and press the S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar grip
throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2
with your left hand.
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S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with gled in the line, or be thrown causing a serious
finger on throttle trigger.
hazard.
S Keep unit below waist level.
S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will
achieve the best performance and minimum
line wear by not crowding the line into the
cutting area. The right and wrong ways are
shown below.
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 shoul-
der.
S Without bending over, keep the blade or
trimmer head near and parallel to the ground
and not crowded into material being cut.
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.
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.
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.
Always release the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.
To stop engine:
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full
throttle to increase line life and decrease
head wear, especially:
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.
S Release the throttle trigger.
S Push and release the engine ON/STOP
switch.
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.
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.
Trimming
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 operated.
To advance line:
S Operate the engine at full throttle.
S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above
the grassy area.
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 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.
Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy area.
Tapping on surfaces such as concrete or as-
phalt can cause excessive wear to the trim-
mer 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.
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 cut-
ting and become a dangerous missile that can
cause serious injury.
CUTTING METHODS
WARNING: Use minimum speed and MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in
do not crowd the line when cutting around hard places conventional lawn mowers cannot
objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.), which reach. In the mowing position, keep the line
can damage the trimmer head, become entan- parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head
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into the ground as this can scalp the ground S Cut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up
and damage the tool.
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.
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.
S Cut only from your left to your right. Cutting
on the right side of the shield will throw de-
bris away from the operator.
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 motion.
S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and
braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of
unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and
balance.
SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotating
line can be used to blow away loose debris from
an area. Keep the line parallel to and above the
area surface and swing the tool from side to side.
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 Do not swing unit with such force that you
are in danger of losing your balance.
Bring the engine to cutting speed before enter-
ing the material to be cut.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USE WITH BRUSH BLADE
If the blade does not turn when you squeeze
the throttle trigger, make sure tube is fully in-
serted into the engine.
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 occur-
ring, and how you can remain in control of unit
if blade thrust occurs.
Always release the throttle trigger and allow
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.
The blade should not turn while the engine is
running at idle. If the blade turns at idle, do not
use your unit. Refer to the Carburetor adjust-
ment section or contact your authorized ser-
vice dealer.
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.
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 diffi-
cult 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.
S Maintain good firm footing while using the
unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a com-
fortable apart position.
S Cut while swinging the upper part of your
body from left to right.
S As you move forward to the next area to cut,
be sure to maintain your balance and foot-
ing.
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION
2 o’clock
Cut using the 2
o’clock to 4 o’clock
position of the
blade
4 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.
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MAINTENANCE
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or pro-
ducing harmful evaporative emissions, do not
clean filter in gasoline or other flammable sol-
vent.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Handlebar Screws
S Debris Shield
5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze
the filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace parts making sure the filter is
seated completely.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch
functions properly by moving the switch to
the OFF position. Make sure engine stops.
Restart engine and continue
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.
crews
Back
view of
Air Filter
Cover
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
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.
Air Filter
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine performance spark plug gap at 0.025 in. Ignition timing is
and increases fuel consumption and harmful fixed and nonadjustable.
emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours 1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
of operation.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor 3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re-
lease air filter cover.
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench..
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
the spool in the direction of the arrow
found on the spool.
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Press the tab on the side of the trimmer
head and twist the lock ring.
2. Remove the lock ring and tap button.
Trimmer
Head
Anchoring
Hole
Tab
Lock Ring
Tap Button
7. Insert ends of the lines through the exit
3. Pull spool out of the trimmer head.
4. Clean dirt and debris from all parts.
5. Replace with a pre-wound spool , or re-
place line using two 20 feet lengths of
0.080! (2 mm) diameter line.
holes in the sides of the trimmer head.
NOTE: A metal insert is located in the exit
hole. As your unit wears from use, you can re-
install this insert upside down to provide a new
surface for the exit of the line from the trimmer
head.
6. When installing new line on an existing
spool, insert 1/16th of the line into the an-
choring hole in the bed of the spool, and
wrap the line evenly and and firmly around
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12. Make sure the lock ring is securely fas-
tened by pulling on it and twisting it in both
directions.
WARNING: When installing the metal
insert, you must install from the inside of the trim-
mer head. If installed on the outside of the trim-
mer head, this insert can fly off and become a
dangerous missile.
WARNING: All catches must be fas-
tened and lock tab latched in the lock ring. If
installed incorrectly, lock ring can fly off and be-
come a dangerous missile.
Metal Insert
13. Pull the line extending from the trimmer
head. This will allow the spool to release
from the locked position.
SPOOL REPLACEMENT
Replace the spool when the square corners on
the lugs are rounded off, reduced in size, or bro-
ken. Follow instructions under REPLACING
THE LINE for removing and installing the spool.
8. Once line is passed through the exit hole,
place the spool in the trimmer head. Press
the spool down and turn it until it locks
down and does not pop up when you re-
lease it.
9. Make sure the line is not caught between
the rim of the spool and the wall of the trim-
mer head.
10. Replace the tap button, and place the lock
ring onto the trimmer head.
11. Align the lock ring over the catches on the
trimmer head. Push the ring down and turn
until catches lock into place.
n
Normal lug
Catch
Catch
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 a
complicated task. We recommend that you take
your unit to an authorized service dealer.
Lock
Tab
Catch
Catch
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 start-
er 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
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
FUEL SYSTEM
OTHER
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 Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
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
Engine will not
start.
CAUSE
1. Engine flooded.
REMEDY
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in
Operation Section.
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.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
Engine will not 1. Air filter dirty.
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
2. Spark plug fouled.
and regap.
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low.
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.
Engine runs
hot.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
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.
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., THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
warrants to the original purchaser that each LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
new Weed Eater" brand gasoline tool or at- OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
tachment is free from defects in material and STATE TO STATE.
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
under this warranty any defective gasoline OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
product or attachment as follows from the AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
original date of purchase.
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
household purposes.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
commercial, professional, or income produc- RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
ing purposes.
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
purposes.
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
This warranty is not transferable and does not APPLY TO YOU.
cover damage or liability caused by improper The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
accessories and/or attachments not specifi- products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
cally recommended by ELECTROLUX PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi- change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune- signs, specifications, and accessories of all
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotating products at any time without notice or obliga-
head parts that will wear and require replace- tion to any purchaser.
ment with reasonable use during the warranty
period. This warranty does not cover predeliv-
ery setup or normal adjustments explained in
the instruction manual.
U.S. EPA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR
WARRANTY
RIGHTS
AND
on your small off--road engine, but
OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny
Protection Agency and POULAN/WEED warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for
EATER, DIVISION OF WCI OUTDOOR your failure to ensure the performance of all
PRODUCTS, INC., are pleased to explain the scheduled maintenance.
As the small
emissions control system warranty on your off--road engine owner, you should be aware
year 2001--2004 small off--road engine. that POULAN/WEED EATER may deny you
POULAN/WEED EATER must warrant the warranty coverage if your small off--road
emission control system on your small engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse,
off--road engine for the periods of time listed neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved
below provided there has been no abuse, modifications, or the use of parts not made or
neglect, or improper maintenance of your approved by the original equipment
small off--road engine. Your emission control manufacturer.
You are responsible for
system includes parts such as the carburetor presenting your small off--road engine to a
and the ignition system. Where a warrantable POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repair
condition exists, POULAN/WEED EATER will center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty
repair your small off--road engine at no cost to repairs should be completed in a reasonable
you. Expenses covered under warranty amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
include diagnosis,
parts and labor. have any questions regarding your warranty
WARRANTY
rights and responsibilities, you should contact
MANUFACTURER’S
COVERAGE: If any emissions related part on your nearest authorized service center or call
your engine (as listed under Emissions POULAN/WEED
Control Warranty Parts List) is defective or a 1--800--554--6723.
EATER
at
WARRANTY
defect in the materials or workmanship of the COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty
engine causes the failure of such an emission period begins on the date the small off--road
related part, the part will be repaired or engine is purchased.
LENGTH OF
replaced by POULAN/WEED EATER. COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a
OWNER’S
WARRANTY
period of two years from the initial date of
RESPONSIBILITIES: As the small off--road purchase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR
engine owner, you are responsible for the OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or
performance of the required maintenance replacement of any warranted part will be
listed
in
your
instruction
manual. performed at no charge to the owner at an
POULAN/WEED EATER recommends that approved POULAN/WEED EATER servicing
you retain all receipts covering maintenance center. If you have any questions regarding
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your warranty rights and responsibilities, you claim. POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to
should contact your nearest authorized cover failures of warranted parts caused by
service center or call POULAN/WEED the use of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO
EATER at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY FILE A CLAIM: If you have any questions
PERIOD: Any warranted part which is not regarding your warranty rights and
scheduled for replacement as required responsibilities, you should contact your
maintenance, or which is scheduled only for nearest authorized service center or call
regular inspection to the effect of ”repair or POULAN/WEED
replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2 1--800--554--6723.
EATER
WHERE
at
TO GET
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty services
for replacement as required maintenance or repairs shall be provided at all
shall be warranted for the period of time up to POULAN/WEED EATER service centers.
the first scheduled replacement point for that Call 1--800--554--6723. MAINTENANCE,
part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be REPLACEMENT
AND
REPAIR
PARTS:
OF
charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the EMISSION
RELATED
Any
determination that
a
warranted part is POULAN/WEED
EATER
approved
defective if the diagnostic work is performed at replacement part used in the performance of
an approved POULAN/WEED EATER any warranty maintenance or repair on
servicing
center.
CONSEQUENTIAL emission related parts will be provided without
DAMAGES: POULAN/WEED EATER may charge to the owner if the part is under
be liable for damages to other engine warranty.
EMISSION CONTROL
components caused by the failure of
WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor,
a
warranted part still under warranty. WHAT IS Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to
NOT COVERED: All failures caused by maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is
not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED responsible for the performance of all required
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts maintenance as defined in the instruction
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty 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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