Poulan Trimmer TE450 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
TWIST--N--EDGEt  
TE450  
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  
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.  
530086921  
4/24/02  
 
CUTTING SAFETY  
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.  
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,  
edging and sweeping. Do not use for prun-  
ing 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 right to your left. Cutting on left  
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; secure unit before stor-  
ing or transporting in vehicle.  
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  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbure-  
tor 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 wa-  
ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-  
naces, etc.  
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acciden-  
tally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the 50 hours of use, we recommend that your  
tube.  
muffler be serviced or replaced by your autho-  
rized service dealer.  
S Store unit out of reach of children.  
ASSEMBLY  
NOTE: Knob must be assembled on the  
right hand side of the unit as shown in the il-  
lustration.  
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: 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.  
ATTACHING THE ASSIST HANDLE  
NOTE: Be sure to attach the assist handle to  
the unit before attaching the shield.  
2. Make sure the bolt is seated in the hex--  
shaped hole in the handle.  
3. Pivot the handle to a comfortable position.  
4. Tighten knob securely.  
ATTACHING SHIELD  
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  
blade which cuts excess line to the proper  
length. The line limiter blade (on underside of  
shield) is sharp and can cut you.  
For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW  
YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION  
section.  
1. Assemble handle to the unit as shown;  
make sure bottom of handle is seated in  
the groove in the trigger housing.  
Groove  
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1. Remove wing nut from shield.  
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.  
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in  
bracket.  
Slot  
Shield  
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.  
Bracket  
Wing  
Nut  
KN
REAR UNIT.  
Cos controls  
and
Assist Handle  
Tube  
Trimmer  
Head  
Throttle Trigger  
ON/OFF  
Muffler  
Switch  
Shield  
Spark Plug  
Starter  
Handle  
Choke Lever  
Primer Bulb  
Line Limiter  
Blade  
Fuel Mix  
Fill Cap  
ON/STOP SWITCH  
CHOKE  
The ON/STOP switch is used to stop 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.  
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, shake container momentarily to  
assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you  
begin. 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 read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel  
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be before fueling your unit.  
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Starter Handle  
IMPORTANT  
Choke  
Lever  
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.  
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.  
Muffler  
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod-  
ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage may  
occur. See the STORAGE section for addi-  
tional information.  
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.  
7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls.  
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.  
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  
to run for 30 more seconds at OFF  
CHOKE before releasing the throttle trig-  
ger.  
S If engine does not stop, move choke to the  
FULL CHOKE position.  
Engine  
Choke Lever  
ON/STOP  
Switch  
HALF  
FULL  
OFF  
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
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)  
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.  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE  
position.  
Starting Position  
2. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep  
throttle trigger fully squeezed until the en-  
gine runs smoothly.  
3. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 5 pulls.  
4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then move  
1. Set unit on a flat surface.  
the choke lever to OFF CHOKE.  
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
3. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position.  
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter  
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.  
4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
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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.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
OPERATING POSITION  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Eye Protection  
WARNING: Use only 0.080” (2 mm)  
diameter line. Other sizes and shapes of line  
will not advance properly and will result in im-  
proper cutting head function or can cause se-  
rious injury. Do not use other materials such  
as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can break off  
during cutting and become a dangerous mis-  
sile that can cause serious injury.  
Long Pants  
Heavy Shoes  
CUTTING METHODS  
Cut from your right to your left.  
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 mini-  
mum line wear by not crowding the line into  
the cutting area. The right and wrong ways  
are shown below.  
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.  
Tip of the Line  
Line Crowded Into  
Does The Cutting Work Area  
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.  
S Push and release the engine ON/STOP  
switch.  
TWIST AND EDGE  
Wrong  
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. To  
help avoid damage especially to delicate  
vegetation or trees with tender bark,  
shorten line to 4--5 in. (10--13 cm) and use  
at less than full throttle.  
The Twist and Edge feature allows for easy  
edging of sidewalks, patios, driveways, etc.  
1. Pull the tab toward the engine.  
2. Twist the tube to the edging position; re-  
lease tab.  
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.  
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE  
S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for  
a good clean job.  
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 -- 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.  
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 oper-  
ated.  
Trimming  
To advance line:  
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.  
3 in. (8 cm)  
Above Ground  
SCALPING -- The scalping technique re-  
moves unwanted vegetationdown to the  
ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head  
about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an  
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angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the the surfaces being swept and move the tool  
ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. from side to side.  
This technique increases line wear.  
Swee
Scalping  
MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing  
EDGING-- Adjust trimmer to the edging posi-  
in places conventional lawn mowers cannot  
tion (see TWIST AND EDGE section). Allow  
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line  
only the tip of the line to make contact. Do not  
parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the  
force trimmer line into work area.  
head into the ground as this can scalp the  
ground and damage the tool.  
Edging  
Mowing  
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  
MAINTENANCE  
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean after every  
5 hours of operation.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
S Assist Handle Screws  
S Debris Shield  
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.  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
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.  
5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze  
the filter to distribute oil.  
6. Replace parts.  
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  
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 dis-  
card.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND  
LABELS  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and  
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-  
gent.  
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  
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the  
LINE REPLACEMENT  
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow  
found on the spool.  
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap  
button.  
6. Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5  
inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.  
7. Insert the line into the exit hole in the hub as  
shown in the illustration.  
8. Align the notch with the line exit hole.  
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into place.  
10. Pull the line extending outside of the hub to  
release the line from the notch.  
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.  
3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut a  
length of 20 feet of 0.080! (2 mm) diameter  
Poulan/Weed Eaterr brand line.  
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,  
string, etc., which can break off and become a  
dangerous missile.  
4. Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1  
cm) into the small hole on the inside of  
spool.  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.  
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.  
We recommend that you take your unit to an  
authorized service dealer. Damage will occur  
if you turn the needles beyond the limiter  
stops.  
Small  
Hole  
Spool  
Line in Notch  
Hub  
Line exit hole  
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, and secure the unit  
before storing or transporting.  
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  
starter 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 Store in a clean dry area.  
S At the beginning of the next season, use  
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to  
oil ratio.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
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 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  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. Engine flooded.  
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
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.  
2. Fuel tank empty.  
3. Spark plug not firing.  
4. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
5. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
5. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
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  
and regap.  
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
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.  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
1. Adjust choke.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
smokes  
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.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
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.,  
not cover predelivery setup or normal  
warrants to the original purchaser that each new adjustments explained in the instruction manual.  
Poulanr brand gasoline tool or attachment is  
free from defects in material and workmanship  
and agrees to repair or replace under this  
warranty any defective gasoline product or  
attachment as follows from the original date of  
purchase.  
2 YEARS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
60 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income producing  
purposes.  
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES  
EXCEPT  
THOSE  
EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW  
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED  
OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE  
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION  
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
accessories and/or attachments not specifically THe policy of ELECTROLUX HOME  
recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., is to continuously improve  
PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Additionally, its products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME  
this warranty does not cover tune--ups, spark PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to  
plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter springs, change, modify, or discontinue models,  
cutting line, or rotating head parts that will wear designs, specifications, and accessories of all  
and require replacement with reasonable use products at any time without notice or obligation  
during the warranty period. This warranty does to any purchaser.  
U.S. EPA/ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-  
formance of all scheduled maintenance. As the  
small off--road engine owner, you should be  
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection  
Agency, Environment Canada and POULAN/ aware that POULAN/WEED EATER may deny  
WEED EATER, DIVISION OF WCI OUT-  
DOOR PRODUCTS, INC., are pleased to ex-  
you warranty coverage if your small off--road  
engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse, ne-  
plain the emissions control system warranty on glect, improper maintenance, unapproved mod-  
your year 2001--2004 small off--road engine. ifications, or the use of parts not made or ap-  
POULAN/WEED EATER must warrant the  
proved by the original equipment manufacturer.  
emission control system on your small off--road You are responsible for presenting your small  
engine for the periods of time listed below pro- off--road engine to a POULAN/WEED EATER  
vided there has been no abuse, neglect, or im- authorized repair center as soon as a problem  
proper maintenance of your small off--road en- exists. Warranty repairs should be completed in  
gine. Your emission control system includes a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30  
parts such as the carburetor and the ignition days. If you have any questions regarding your  
system. Where a warrantable condition exists, warranty rights and responsibilities, you should  
POULAN/WEED EATER will repair your small  
contact your nearest authorized service center  
POULAN/WEED EATER at  
off--road engine at no cost to you. Expenses or call  
covered under warranty include diagnosis, 1--800--554--6723.  
WARRANTY COM-  
parts and labor. MANUFACTURER’S WAR-  
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period be-  
gins on the date the small off--road engine is  
RANTY COVERAGE: If any emissions related  
part on your engine (as listed under Emissions purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This  
Control Warranty Parts List) is defective or a de- warranty shall be for a period of two years from  
fect in the materials or workmanship of the en- the initial date of purchase. WHAT IS COV-  
gine causes the failure of such an emission re- ERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF  
lated part, the part will be repaired or replaced PARTS. Repair or replacement of any war-  
by POULAN/WEED EATER.  
OWNER’S  
ranted part will be performed at no charge to the  
owner at an approved POULAN/WEED EAT-  
WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As the  
small off--road engine owner, you are responsi- ER servicing center. If you have any questions  
ble for the performance of the required mainte- regarding your warranty rights and responsibili-  
nance listed in your instruction manual. POU- ties, you should contact your nearest authorized  
LAN/WEED EATER recommends that you  
service center or call POULAN/WEED EATER  
retain all receipts covering maintenance on your at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY PERIOD:  
small off--road engine, but POULAN/WEED Any warranted part which is not scheduled for  
EATER cannot deny warranty solely for the lack replacement as required maintenance, or which  
of receipts or for your failure to ensure the per- is scheduled only for regular inspection to the ef-  
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fect of ”repair or replace as necessary” shall be CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding  
warranted for 2 years. Any warranted part which your warranty rights and responsibilities, you  
is scheduled for replacement as required main- should contact your nearest authorized service  
tenance shall be warranted for the period of time center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at  
up to the first scheduled replacement point for 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-  
that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-  
charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED  
determination that a warranted part is defective EATER service centers. Call 1--800--554--6723.  
if the diagnostic work is performed at an ap- MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-  
proved POULAN/WEED EATER servicing cen-  
ter. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POU-  
PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any  
POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-  
LAN/WEED EATER may be liable for damages ment part used in the performance of any war-  
to other engine components caused by the fail- ranty maintenance or repair on emission related  
ure of a warranted part still under warranty. parts will be provided without charge to the own-  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused  
by abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-  
not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered  
er if the part is under warranty. EMISSION  
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.  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.  
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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