Owner Manual
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.... S Use only recommended WEED EATER parts and accessories. S Be sure the blade stops turning when the engine idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS). reach or stand on unstable support. SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be dangerous! This power unit can be followed to be thrown by spinning blade. Operator is moving . Never allow anyone near the area of oil and fuel. S Always...
.... S Use only recommended WEED EATER parts and accessories. S Be sure the blade stops turning when the engine idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS). reach or stand on unstable support. SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be dangerous! This power unit can be followed to be thrown by spinning blade. Operator is moving . Never allow anyone near the area of oil and fuel. S Always...
Owner Manual
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... objects. Wipe up fuel left in the carburetor and fuel line by starting engine. moving fuel cap. pors cannot reach sparks or open flames from this manual, use care and good judgment. S Stop unit before storage. retor by law that many internal combustion engines be blinded or injured. WARNING: The engine exhaust from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. All U.S. If a spark arresting screen is released...
... objects. Wipe up fuel left in the carburetor and fuel line by starting engine. moving fuel cap. pors cannot reach sparks or open flames from this manual, use care and good judgment. S Stop unit before storage. retor by law that many internal combustion engines be blinded or injured. WARNING: The engine exhaust from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. All U.S. If a spark arresting screen is released...
Owner Manual
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... avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on top, throttle trigger to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. Do not use in the fingers, hands, and joints of this tool. NOTE: If you will be sure the starter rope is properly assembled and all steps to pull some of the starter rope out of this tool and seek medical attention. Tools you need : S Adjustable wrench S Hex...
... avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on top, throttle trigger to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. Do not use in the fingers, hands, and joints of this tool. NOTE: If you will be sure the starter rope is properly assembled and all steps to pull some of the starter rope out of this tool and seek medical attention. Tools you need : S Adjustable wrench S Hex...
Owner Manual
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... with fuel. THROTTLE TRIGGER The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed. A 40:1 ratio is designed to operate on the starter rope. This will cause engine damage. IMPORTANT Use of fresh gas. Choke ON/OFF Switch Fuel/Oil Mix Cap Starter Rope Handle Throttle Trigger Depth Control Lever Spark Plug Primer Bulb Muffler and Guard Depth Adjusting Skid ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF switch is certified to be mixed at a ratio of the cut sod. This engine is used for half depth edging. CAUTION: Never use of 40:1. ous controls and adjustments. BLADE The BLADE is...
... with fuel. THROTTLE TRIGGER The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed. A 40:1 ratio is designed to operate on the starter rope. This will cause engine damage. IMPORTANT Use of fresh gas. Choke ON/OFF Switch Fuel/Oil Mix Cap Starter Rope Handle Throttle Trigger Depth Control Lever Spark Plug Primer Bulb Muffler and Guard Depth Adjusting Skid ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF switch is certified to be mixed at a ratio of the cut sod. This engine is used for half depth edging. CAUTION: Never use of 40:1. ous controls and adjustments. BLADE The BLADE is...
Owner Manual
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... the primer bulb 6 times. Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs smoothly. 5. WARNING: Avoid any contact with the choke lever in 2--stroke gasoline engines. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Allow the unit to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. Move the ON/OFF switch to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE. 6 Proceed to the ON posi- Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture...
... the primer bulb 6 times. Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs smoothly. 5. WARNING: Avoid any contact with the choke lever in 2--stroke gasoline engines. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Allow the unit to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. Move the ON/OFF switch to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE. 6 Proceed to the ON posi- Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture...
Owner Manual
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... the spark plug before placing the blade in the OFF CHOKE position; Your edger is running. Reinstall the mounting screws. EDGING TIPS S Inspect unit before each use . S Inspect the area to be edged has never been cut roots and cause damage to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723. SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH WARNING: Never attempt to clear the engine of excess fuel. To set...
... the spark plug before placing the blade in the OFF CHOKE position; Your edger is running. Reinstall the mounting screws. EDGING TIPS S Inspect unit before each use . S Inspect the area to be edged has never been cut roots and cause damage to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723. SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH WARNING: Never attempt to clear the engine of excess fuel. To set...
Owner Manual
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..., turn the blade over. Air dry completely before installing to keep dirt from entering engine and causing damage. 8. Reinstall air filter cover. Use only specified replacement blade. Lay the blade on a flat surface to the OFF position and assure the engine stops; CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Blade nut S Muffler S Cylinder shield S Clutch S Throttle trigger S Handle screws S Fasteners INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS S After each year, replace the spark plug, re- Lightly oil air filter before reinstalling. 5. When the cutting edge...
..., turn the blade over. Air dry completely before installing to keep dirt from entering engine and causing damage. 8. Reinstall air filter cover. Use only specified replacement blade. Lay the blade on a flat surface to the OFF position and assure the engine stops; CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Blade nut S Muffler S Cylinder shield S Clutch S Throttle trigger S Handle screws S Fasteners INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS S After each year, replace the spark plug, re- Lightly oil air filter before reinstalling. 5. When the cutting edge...
Owner Manual
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... holes Blade 2. Place the new blade on the blade shaft. 5. Make adjustments with the unit supported so the blade is released. The blade shaft must not spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to the operator or others away when making idle speed adjustments. Install the washer and nut; CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Keep others . The blade shaft will not idle when the throttle is off the spark plug boot. 2. Remove and discard the spark plug. 3. Replace with Champion RCJ--6Y spark plug...
... holes Blade 2. Place the new blade on the blade shaft. 5. Make adjustments with the unit supported so the blade is released. The blade shaft must not spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to the operator or others away when making idle speed adjustments. Install the washer and nut; CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Keep others . The blade shaft will not idle when the throttle is off the spark plug boot. 2. Remove and discard the spark plug. 3. Replace with Champion RCJ--6Y spark plug...
Owner Manual
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... this manual, see message labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your gasoline can weekly to oil ratio. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. S Replace your engine. S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug opening. age. We recommend that any damaged, broken, or worn parts. S Clean air filter. S At the beginning of fuel gum...
... this manual, see message labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your gasoline can weekly to oil ratio. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. S Replace your engine. S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug opening. age. We recommend that any damaged, broken, or worn parts. S Clean air filter. S At the beginning of fuel gum...
Owner Manual
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... Throttle cable binding. 3. See "Fueling Engine" in Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Carburetor requires adjustment. 3. Check gearbox. 2. Fuel not reaching 1. repair or replace. 5. Carburetor requires 1. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture. 3. Blade turns at idle speed. 1. Replace with correct plug. 3. Replace or repair throttle cable. 3. Clutch requires repair. 1. Engine will run only a few seconds after starting. Engine flooded. 3. Check for kinked or split fuel line; Check for dirty fuel filter; in Operation...
... Throttle cable binding. 3. See "Fueling Engine" in Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Carburetor requires adjustment. 3. Check gearbox. 2. Fuel not reaching 1. repair or replace. 5. Carburetor requires 1. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture. 3. Blade turns at idle speed. 1. Replace with correct plug. 3. Replace or repair throttle cable. 3. Clutch requires repair. 1. Engine will run only a few seconds after starting. Engine flooded. 3. Check for kinked or split fuel line; Check for dirty fuel filter; in Operation...
Owner Manual
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... concerning this tool. This warranty is a limited warranty within the meaning of that you are responsible for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no cost to change, modify, or discontinue models, designs, specifica- This warranty does not cover tune-up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, or blades that WEED EATER may deny you have a claim under this warranty, you . This warranty does not cover transportation costs...
... concerning this tool. This warranty is a limited warranty within the meaning of that you are responsible for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no cost to change, modify, or discontinue models, designs, specifica- This warranty does not cover tune-up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, or blades that WEED EATER may deny you have a claim under this warranty, you . This warranty does not cover transportation costs...
Owner Manual
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... and responsibilities, you should contact your engine is certified. WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part which leads to the determination that part. warranty@HCOP--emission.com. TY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug (covered up to the first scheduled replacement point for the performance of all WEED EATER service centers. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed...
... and responsibilities, you should contact your engine is certified. WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part which leads to the determination that part. warranty@HCOP--emission.com. TY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (covered up to maintenance schedule), ignition system: spark plug (covered up to the first scheduled replacement point for the performance of all WEED EATER service centers. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed...
Parts List
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.... 530016275 Bolt--Shoulder 55. 530036934 Assy--Bearing Holder 56. 530015814 Screw 57. 530095086 Blade 58. 530071258 Kit--Gear Set Not Shown 530088959 Manual (type 1) 530163408 Manual (type 2) 530031159 Wrench--Hex 5/32 n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K = REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT END OF IPL) D = THESE PARTS ARE ILLUSTRATED FOR CLARITY. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Part No. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525...
.... 530016275 Bolt--Shoulder 55. 530036934 Assy--Bearing Holder 56. 530015814 Screw 57. 530095086 Blade 58. 530071258 Kit--Gear Set Not Shown 530088959 Manual (type 1) 530163408 Manual (type 2) 530031159 Wrench--Hex 5/32 n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K = REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT END OF IPL) D = THESE PARTS ARE ILLUSTRATED FOR CLARITY. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Part No. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525...
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... Bolt--Shoulder 53. 530037367 Assy--Bearing Holder 54. 530015814 Screw 55. 530095086 Blade 56. 530071258 Kit--Gear Set Not Shown 530088959 Manual (type 1) 530163408 Manual (type 2 & 3) 530031111 Wrench--Hex 5/32 n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K = REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT END OF IPL) D = THESE PARTS ARE ILLUSTRATED FOR CLARITY. Description Ref. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Part No. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES...
... Bolt--Shoulder 53. 530037367 Assy--Bearing Holder 54. 530015814 Screw 55. 530095086 Blade 56. 530071258 Kit--Gear Set Not Shown 530088959 Manual (type 1) 530163408 Manual (type 2 & 3) 530031111 Wrench--Hex 5/32 n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K = REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT END OF IPL) D = THESE PARTS ARE ILLUSTRATED FOR CLARITY. Description Ref. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Part No. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES...
Parts List
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... 5/32 n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K = REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT END OF IPL) D = THESE PARTS ARE ILLUSTRATED FOR CLARITY. Part No. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 3 TYPE 4,5 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must...
... 5/32 n = NEW PART NUMBER FOR THIS IPL K = REFER TO THE SERVICE REFERENCE INDICATED FOR MORE INFORMATION. (LOCATED AT END OF IPL) D = THESE PARTS ARE ILLUSTRATED FOR CLARITY. Part No. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 3 TYPE 4,5 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must...
Parts List
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.../08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes New Style TYPE 1 1 Please refer to the service 2 note at the end of the IPL before ordering parts. 7 2 6 3 5 Spark Arrestor Kit Gasket Kit 66 67 61 62 4 8 9 10 11 13 12 16 15 14 17 EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 4 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual...
.../08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes New Style TYPE 1 1 Please refer to the service 2 note at the end of the IPL before ordering parts. 7 2 6 3 5 Spark Arrestor Kit Gasket Kit 66 67 61 62 4 8 9 10 11 13 12 16 15 14 17 EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 4 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual...
Parts List
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...23. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Spring--Muffler 25. Plug--Spark (RCJ--6Y) Screw 26. Gasket--Carb/Bracket(kit) 27. Cover--Air Box 28. Screw 30. Base--Air Box 32. Screw 37. Adapter--Carb. 38. Boot--Switch w/nut 46. Terminal--Grounding Assy--Gound Switch (incl. 22--24) Spacer--Module Module--Ignition Screw Assy--Switch Wire Screw Cover--Air Filter Gasket--Cover (kit) Foam--Air Filter Eyelet Screw Cam--Starter Nut Drum--Clutch Washer--Flywheel Assy--Clutch Cup--Starter Wire--Starter Dog Dog--Starter Kit--Starter Pulley(incl.35) Spring--Starter Isolator--Crankcase...
...23. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Spring--Muffler 25. Plug--Spark (RCJ--6Y) Screw 26. Gasket--Carb/Bracket(kit) 27. Cover--Air Box 28. Screw 30. Base--Air Box 32. Screw 37. Adapter--Carb. 38. Boot--Switch w/nut 46. Terminal--Grounding Assy--Gound Switch (incl. 22--24) Spacer--Module Module--Ignition Screw Assy--Switch Wire Screw Cover--Air Filter Gasket--Cover (kit) Foam--Air Filter Eyelet Screw Cam--Starter Nut Drum--Clutch Washer--Flywheel Assy--Clutch Cup--Starter Wire--Starter Dog Dog--Starter Kit--Starter Pulley(incl.35) Spring--Starter Isolator--Crankcase...
Parts List
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Spring--Muffler 25. Screw 29. Seal--Foam (kit) 31. Kit--Carb. 33. (Wt--630) 34. Boot--Switch w/nut 45. Assy--Switch Wire 52. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 6 TYPE 3 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel. 62 63 61 60 59...
Spring--Muffler 25. Screw 29. Seal--Foam (kit) 31. Kit--Carb. 33. (Wt--630) 34. Boot--Switch w/nut 45. Assy--Switch Wire 52. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 6 TYPE 3 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel. 62 63 61 60 59...
Parts List
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.... Spring--Muffler 25. Screw 30. Adapter--Carb. 37. Kit--Conn. Cam--Starter 58. Base--Air Box 32. Screw 36. Retainer--Pin 43. Rod Assy. 44. Terminal--Grounding 47. Kit--Mod. Dog--Starter 64. Spring--Starter 66. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Cylinder 39. Assy--Switch Wire 52. Ring--Piston 42. Module--Ignition 50. Nut Drum--Clutch 59. Plug--Spark (RCJ--6Y) Screw 26. Cover--Air Box 28. Seal--Foam (kit) 31. Kit--Carb. 33. (Wt--630) 34. Foam--Air Filter Eyelet...
.... Spring--Muffler 25. Screw 30. Adapter--Carb. 37. Kit--Conn. Cam--Starter 58. Base--Air Box 32. Screw 36. Retainer--Pin 43. Rod Assy. 44. Terminal--Grounding 47. Kit--Mod. Dog--Starter 64. Spring--Starter 66. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. Cylinder 39. Assy--Switch Wire 52. Ring--Piston 42. Module--Ignition 50. Nut Drum--Clutch 59. Plug--Spark (RCJ--6Y) Screw 26. Cover--Air Box 28. Seal--Foam (kit) 31. Kit--Carb. 33. (Wt--630) 34. Foam--Air Filter Eyelet...
Parts List
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...--Cyl./Carb. (kit) 38. Cylinder 39. Retainer--Pin 43. Boot--Switch w/nut 45. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 8 TYPE 5 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel. 62 63 61 60 59 Gasket Kit 66...
...--Cyl./Carb. (kit) 38. Cylinder 39. Retainer--Pin 43. Boot--Switch w/nut 45. ORDER COMPLETE ASSEMBLY. PARTS LIST NO. 530087525 DATE 6/06/08 REPLACES 530087525- 7/12/06 WPEAERPDAOMUEOLAATUNENRRTRRRPPAAPPRRAATRTRSSTTSLSLIILSSLITITSSTT Note: Illustration may differ from actual model due to design changes EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 8 TYPE 5 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel. 62 63 61 60 59 Gasket Kit 66...
