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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PL500
For Occasional Use Only
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones
graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
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
530086923
4/24/02
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
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 ab-
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek med-
ical attention. An anti--vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you
operate in a locale where such regulations ex-
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen will not require any service. After
50 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by an autho-
rized service dealer.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area before
each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown
by or become entangled in line. Hard objects
can damage the trimmer head and be thrown
causing serious injury.
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or
hedge trimming.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
S Keep all parts of your body away from muffler
and spinning line. Keep engine below waist
level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on
right side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-
porting in 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 Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acci-
dentally cause injury. The unit can be hung
by the tube.
S Store unit out of reach of children.
ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING SHIELD
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.
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial protec-
tion to the operator and others from the risk of
thrown objects, and is equipped with a line limit-
er blade which cuts excess line to the proper
length. The line limiter blade (on underside of
shield) is sharp and can cut you.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
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.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW
YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION
section.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole
in bracket.
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
WARNING: When adjusting the han-
dle, be sure it remains between the trigger
and the safety decal.
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the tube to an upright
position; retighten wing nut.
Bracket
Slot
Wing Nut
Gearbox
Shield
3
T.
trols
Assist Handle
Trimmer
Tube
Head
Throttle Trigger
ON/OFF Switch
Muffler
Shield
Spark Plug
Choke Lever
Line Limiter
Blade
Starter
Handle
Primer Bulb
Fuel Mix
Fill Cap
ON/STOP SWITCH
CHOKE
The ON/STOP switch is used to stop the
engine. To stop the engine, push and release
the engine ON/STOP switch.
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by
moving 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.
PRIMER BULB
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.
follow the safety rules relating to fuel before
fueling your unit.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT
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.
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.
FUELING ENGINE
To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel sys-
tem 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.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod-
ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
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 gasoline.
DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on
container. Once oil is added to gasoline,
See the STORAGE section for additional in-
formation.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
S To stop the engine, push and release the
engine ON/STOP switch. The switch will
automatically return to the ON position.
Wait 5 seconds before attempting to restart
unit to allow switch to reset.
shake container momentarily to assure that S If engine does not stop, move choke lever
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and to FULL CHOKE position.
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to run for 30 more seconds at OFF
CHOKE before releasing the throttle trig-
ger.
NOTE: If engine dies with the choke le-
ver 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.
Engine
ON/STOP
Switch
Choke Lever
HALF
FULL
OFF
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
2. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until
the engine runs smoothly.
WARNING: The trimmer head will
turn while starting the engine. Avoid any con-
tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
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.
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull start-
er rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not
run, it is probably flooded.
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 ex-
cess fuel. This could require pulling the starter
handle many times depending on how badly
the unit is flooded.
Starting Position
1. Set unit on a flat surface.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
3. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554--6723.
4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold
through all remaining steps.
OPERATING POSITION
Starter Handle
Choke
Lever
Muffler
Primer Bulb
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until engine
sounds as if it is trying to start, but do not
pull rope more than 6 times.
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to
start, move choke lever to HALF CHOKE
position.
Cut from your left to your right.
7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 6 pulls.
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.
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 Release the throttle trigger.
NOTE: If the engine doesn’t start after 6
pulls (at the HALF CHOKE position),
move the choke lever to the FULL
CHOKE position and press the primer
bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the
throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2
more times. Move the choke lever to the
HALF CHOKE position and pull the start-
er rope until the engine runs, but no more
than 6 pulls. If the engine still doesn’t
start, it is probably flooded. Proceed to
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE.
8. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10
seconds, then move the choke lever to
the OFF CHOKE position. Allow the unit
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S Push and release the engine ON/STOP
S During light duty cutting.
S Near objects around which the line can
wrap such as small posts, trees or fence
wire.
switch.
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.
S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for
a good clean job.
TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer
The most efficient line length is the maximum head about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and
length allowed by the line limiter.Always keep at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to
the shield in place when the tool is being oper- make contact. Do not force trimmer line into
ated.
To advance line:
work area.
Trimming
S Operate the engine at full throttle.
S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above
the grassy area.
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 asphalt can cause excessive wear to the
trimmer head.
If the line is worn down to 2 inches (5 cm) or
less, more than one tap will be required to ob-
tain the most efficient line length.
SCALPING -- The scalping technique re-
moves unwanted vegetation. 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 increases
line wear.
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
cutting and become a dangerous missile that
can cause serious injury.
CUTTING METHODS
WARNING: Use minimum speed
and do not crowd the line when cutting around
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),
which can damage the trimmer head, become
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a
serious hazard.
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.
MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing
in places conventional lawn mowers cannot
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line
parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the
head into the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
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.
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full
throttle to increase line life and decrease
head wear, especially:
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SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat-
ing line can be used for a quick and easy
clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above
the surfaces being swept and move the tool
from side to side.
MAINTENANCE
CLEAN AIR FILTER
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
S Debris Shield
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 as illustrated.
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.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing and
releasing the switch. Make sure engine
stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart
engine and continue.
er
Screws
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.
Air Filter Cover
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 in. Ignition timing is
fixed and nonadjustable.
CALS
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.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3
REPLACING THE LINE
to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
7. Insert the lines into the the exit holes in
the hub as shown in the illustration.
8. Align the notches with the line exit holes.
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into
place.
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap
button.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two
lengths of 12-1/2 feet of 0.080! (2 mm) di-
ameter Weed Eaterr brand line.
10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub
to release the lines from the notches.
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
REPLACING THE CUTTING HEAD
1. Push in locking lever and hold.
2. Rotate dust cup until the locking lever
falls into one of the grooves.
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small holes on the inside of
spool.
Locking Lever
Spool
Small
Holes
3. Continue to hold in locking lever. This will
prevent the shaft from turning while re-
moving and installing trimmer head.
4. Remove trimmer head by turning clock-
wise.
Line exit holes
Line in Notch
Line in Notch
5. Thread replacement trimmer head onto
the shaft by turning counterclockwise.
Tighten until secure.
6. Release locking lever.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.
Hub
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the We recommend that you take your unit to an au-
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows thorized service dealer. Damage will occur if
found on the spool.
you turn the needles beyond the limiter stops.
STORAGE
FUEL SYSTEM
WARNING: Perform the following
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message la-
steps after each use:
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans- beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
porting.
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.
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.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
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
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-
mended type and heat range.
SEASONAL STORAGE
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 Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
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S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
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
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
1. Engine flooded.
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in
Operation Section.
2. Fuel tank empty.
3. Spark plug not firing.
4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
3. Install new spark plug.
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.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Air filter dirty.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
2. Spark plug fouled.
and regap.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low.
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
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.
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.
Engine runs
hot.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
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.,
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments
warrants to the original purchaser that each explained in the instruction manual.
new Weed Eater" brand gasoline tool or at- THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
tachment is free from defects in material and LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
product or attachment as follows from the NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
original date of purchase.
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income produc- SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
ing purposes.
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
purposes.
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
This warranty is not transferable and does not SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
cover damage or liability caused by improper LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
handling, improper maintenance, or the use APPLY TO YOU.
of accessories and/or attachments not spe- The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi-
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune- PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat- change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
ing head parts that will wear and require
signs, specifications, and accessories of all
replacement with reasonable use during the products at any time without notice or obliga-
warranty period. This warranty does not cov- tion to any purchaser.
U.S. EPA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-
maintenance. As the small off--road engine
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection owner, you should be aware that POULAN/
Agency and POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVI-
SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS, INC.,
WEED EATER may deny you warranty cover-
age if your small off--road engine or a part of it
are pleased to explain the emissions control has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-
system warranty on your year 2001--2004 small tenance, unapproved modifications, or the use
off--road engine. POULAN/WEED EATER of parts not made or approved by the original
must warrant the emission control system on equipment manufacturer. You are responsible
your small off--road engine for the periods of for presenting your small off--road engine to a
time listed below provided there has been no POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repair
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty
your small off--road engine. Your emission con- repairs should be completed in a reasonable
trol system includes parts such as the carbure-
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
tor and the ignition system. Where a warrant- have any questions regarding your warranty
able condition exists, POULAN/WEED EATER rights and responsibilities, you should contact
will repair your small off--road engine at no cost your nearest authorized service center or call
to you. Expenses covered under warranty in-
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC- WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any warranty period begins on the date the small
POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.
emissions related part on your engine (as listed off--road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF
under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a peri-
defective or a defect in the materials or work- od of two years from the initial date of purchase.
manship of the engine causes the failure of such WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-
an emission related part, the part will be repaired PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or replace-
or replaced by POULAN/WEED EATER.
ment of any warranted part will be performed at
no charge to the owner at an approved POU-
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner, you LAN/WEED EATER servicing center. If you
are responsible for the performance of the re- have any questions regarding your warranty
quired maintenance listed in your instruction rights and responsibilities, you should contact
manual. POULAN/WEED EATER recom-
your nearest authorized service center or call
mends that you retain all receipts covering POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.
maintenance on your small off--road engine, but WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part
POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny warran-
which is not scheduled for replacement as re-
ty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure quired maintenance, or which is scheduled only
to ensure the performance of all scheduled for regular inspection to the effect of ”repair or
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replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled
CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
for replacement as required maintenance shall should contact your nearest authorized service
be warranted for the period of time up to the first center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at
scheduled replacement point for that part. 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-
for diagnostic labor which leads to the deter- pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED
mination that a warranted part is defective if the EATER service centers. Call 1--800--554--6723.
diagnostic work is performed at an approved MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-
POULAN/WEED EATER servicing center.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POULAN/
PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-
WEED EATER may be liable for damages to ment part used in the performance of any war-
other engine components caused by the failure ranty maintenance or repair on emission related
of a warranted part still under warranty. WHAT parts will be provided without charge to the own-
IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by
er if the part is under warranty. EMISSION
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-
not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is
POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover responsible for the performance of all required
failures of warranted parts caused by the use of maintenance as defined in the instruction
add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A 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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