Electrolux WEEDEATER Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 15)

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Keep the rotor clear of debris.

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Do not throw snow near other people. The

snow thrower could propel small objects at

high speed causing injury.

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After striking a foreign object, stop the

engine, disconnect spark plug and inspect

the snowthrower for damage and repair if

necessary before restarting unit.

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Never operate the snowthrower near glass

enclosures, automobiles and trucks.

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Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a

roof.

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Never operate the snowthrower near

window wells, dropoffs, etc.

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Never discharge snow onto public roads or

near moving traffic.

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Clear snow from slopes by going up and

down; never across. Use caution when

changing directions. Never clear snow

from steep slopes.

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Let snowthrower run for afew minutes after

clearing snow so moving parts do not

freeze.

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Look behind and use care when backing

up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or

falling, especially when operating in

reverse.

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Know how to stop quickly.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

Disconnect the spark

plug before performing maintenance except

for carburetor adjustments.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

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Spark Plug Boot

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Air Filter

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Housing Screws

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Assist Handle Screw

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Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-

placement of damaged or worn parts.

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ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch

functions properly by moving the switch to

the OFF position. Make sure engine stops;

then restart engine and continue.

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Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel

tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

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Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if

debris shield is damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEANUNIT ANDDE-

CALS

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After each use, inspect complete unit for

loose ordamaged parts. Clean the unit and

decals using a damp cloth with amilddeter-

gent.

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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.

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.

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.

Air Filter

Air Filter

Cover

Button

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 inch. Ignition timing is

fixed and nonadjustable.

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..

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING THE LINE

1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap

button.

2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.

3. Replace with a pre-w ound spool, or cut two

lengths of

12-1/2

feet of 0.080

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(2 mm) di-

ameter Poulan PRO

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brand line.

WARNING:

Never use wire, rope,

string, etc., which canbreak offand 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.

Small

Holes

Spool

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