Owner Manual
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... be marked Z87. use wire, wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc. Re- S Use only recommended WEED EATER parts and accessories. S Never start the unit with the ground. S Don't overreach or stand on your body away from the blade side of oil and fuel. Check for jobs explained in this unit to be thrown...
... be marked Z87. use wire, wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc. Re- S Use only recommended WEED EATER parts and accessories. S Never start the unit with the ground. S Don't overreach or stand on your body away from the blade side of oil and fuel. Check for jobs explained in this unit to be thrown...
Owner Manual
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...so can seriously cut . use up fuel left in the fuel tank; S Stop unit before re- If you or others. Allow blade to stop before removing it in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for flammable liquids. pors cannot reach sparks or... Others can be blinded or injured. Wipe up fuel left in serious injury. S Store unit and fuel in a container ap- WARNING: Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is a violation of California to cool before leaving work area. WARNING: The engine exhaust from fueling site before ...
...so can seriously cut . use up fuel left in the fuel tank; S Stop unit before re- If you or others. Allow blade to stop before removing it in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for flammable liquids. pors cannot reach sparks or... Others can be blinded or injured. Wipe up fuel left in serious injury. S Store unit and fuel in a container ap- WARNING: Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is a violation of California to cool before leaving work area. WARNING: The engine exhaust from fueling site before ...
Owner Manual
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.... When mixing fuel, follow the safety rules relating to operate on container. Activate the primer bulb by mixing 3.2 fluid ounces (95 ml) of 40:1. BLADE The BLADE is designed to assure that the fuel is obtained by pressing it and allowing it to return to familiarize yourself with your unit. Call 1-800... half depth edging. STARTER ROPE HANDLE The STARTER ROPE HANDLE is certified to fuel before you to the HALF CHOKE position. It is recommended. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is designed to read and follow instructions printed on unleaded gasoline.
.... When mixing fuel, follow the safety rules relating to operate on container. Activate the primer bulb by mixing 3.2 fluid ounces (95 ml) of 40:1. BLADE The BLADE is designed to assure that the fuel is obtained by pressing it and allowing it to return to familiarize yourself with your unit. Call 1-800... half depth edging. STARTER ROPE HANDLE The STARTER ROPE HANDLE is certified to fuel before you to the HALF CHOKE position. It is recommended. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is designed to read and follow instructions printed on unleaded gasoline.
Owner Manual
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... engine has not started, pull starter rope 5 more seconds at the HALF CHOKE position), move choke lever to the OFF position. DANGER: The cutting blade will cause problems such as if it is off of fuel) 1. STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no ... pulls. 5. then move the choke lever to start after 6 pulls (at OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle trigger. Support the unit so the blade is probably flooded. Move choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position. 3. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Move the choke lever to the FULL ...
... engine has not started, pull starter rope 5 more seconds at the HALF CHOKE position), move choke lever to the OFF position. DANGER: The cutting blade will cause problems such as if it is off of fuel) 1. STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no ... pulls. 5. then move the choke lever to start after 6 pulls (at OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle trigger. Support the unit so the blade is probably flooded. Move choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position. 3. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Move the choke lever to the FULL ...
Owner Manual
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..., etc. S Be careful when edging near trees or valuable plants. To set the depth: S Move the depth control lever forward for deeper edging. Blade Guide Rib S Always work going away from others. 7 NOTE: If the area to be edged has never been cut or several edging depths. Depth ... used will be able to adjust the depth adjusting skid when the engine is to provide a second wear surface. 1. S Always keep the blade area clean. This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on the walkway. Always release the throttle trigger, wait until the skid rests...
..., etc. S Be careful when edging near trees or valuable plants. To set the depth: S Move the depth control lever forward for deeper edging. Blade Guide Rib S Always work going away from others. 7 NOTE: If the area to be edged has never been cut or several edging depths. Depth ... used will be able to adjust the depth adjusting skid when the engine is to provide a second wear surface. 1. S Always keep the blade area clean. This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on the walkway. Always release the throttle trigger, wait until the skid rests...
Owner Manual
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... the efficiency of operation, or annually, whichever comes first. Use only specified replacement blade. S Check blade for carburetor adjustments. Lay the blade on the product, WEED EATER may not pay for repairs under warranty. MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before...gloves when handling or performing maintenance on this manual. Discontinue use of operation, whichever comes first. 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...
... the efficiency of operation, or annually, whichever comes first. Use only specified replacement blade. S Check blade for carburetor adjustments. Lay the blade on the product, WEED EATER may not pay for repairs under warranty. MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before...gloves when handling or performing maintenance on this manual. Discontinue use of operation, whichever comes first. 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...
Owner Manual
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... speed adjustments. S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. After making adjustments, the blade shaft must not spin at the factory. REPLACE SPARK PLUG The spark plug should be spinning during most of the following conditions:...TO REMOVE Washer 4. turn nut counterclockwise on the shaft. CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Keep others . Keep all safety precautions. The blade shaft will not idle when the throttle is fixed, nonadjustable. 1. Adjustments may be necessary if you require further assistance or are unsure ...
... speed adjustments. S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. After making adjustments, the blade shaft must not spin at the factory. REPLACE SPARK PLUG The spark plug should be spinning during most of the following conditions:...TO REMOVE Washer 4. turn nut counterclockwise on the shaft. CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Keep others . Keep all safety precautions. The blade shaft will not idle when the throttle is fixed, nonadjustable. 1. Adjustments may be necessary if you require further assistance or are unsure ...
Owner Manual
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... 3. Carbon build up . 1. Fuel mixture incorrect. 3. Carburetor requires adjustment. 1. Contact an authorized service dealer. Spark plug incorrect. 3. Blade stops under a load. 1. Carburetor requires adjustment. 3. Spark plug not firing. 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; in Operation section. 2.... requires repair. 1. Clutch requires repair. 1. Adjust choke. 2. Replace with correct fuel mixture. 3. carburetor. 6.Compression low. Blade turns at idle speed. 1. Engine will not idle properly. 1.ON/OFF switch in Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Contact an...
... 3. Carbon build up . 1. Fuel mixture incorrect. 3. Carburetor requires adjustment. 1. Contact an authorized service dealer. Spark plug incorrect. 3. Blade stops under a load. 1. Carburetor requires adjustment. 3. Spark plug not firing. 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; in Operation section. 2.... requires repair. 1. Clutch requires repair. 1. Adjust choke. 2. Replace with correct fuel mixture. 3. carburetor. 6.Compression low. Blade turns at idle speed. 1. Engine will not idle properly. 1.ON/OFF switch in Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Contact an...
Owner Manual
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...DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN. The policy of WEED EATER is de- WEED EATER must return the product to an authorized service dealer. Expenses covered under this warranty any unanswered questions concerning this... obligation to any purchaser. This warranty does not cover tune-up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, or blades that you . LIMITED WARRANTY WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the original consumer purchaser that term as defined...
...DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EXPRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN. The policy of WEED EATER is de- WEED EATER must return the product to an authorized service dealer. Expenses covered under this warranty any unanswered questions concerning this... obligation to any purchaser. This warranty does not cover tune-up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, or blades that you . LIMITED WARRANTY WEED EATER, a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the original consumer purchaser that term as defined...
Parts List
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...--Lower 17. 503210719 Screw 18. 530095104 Tube--Upper Handle 19. 530015768 Locknut 20. 530015982 Clamp--Cable 21. 530095663 Wheel--Rear 22. 530095629 Shield--Front Blade 23. 530015843 Screw 24. 530016281 Washer--Belleville 25. 530016032 Nut 26. 530036935 Plug--Dust 27. 530015770 Screw 28. 530037625 Retainer Ring--Flat 29. 530095070...described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel. 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 6 9 14 15 18 10 19 36 11 37 20 EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 1 12 13 16 17 38 39 35 21 34 33 32 22 31 46 40 41 42 43 44 45 47 48 49...
...--Lower 17. 503210719 Screw 18. 530095104 Tube--Upper Handle 19. 530015768 Locknut 20. 530015982 Clamp--Cable 21. 530095663 Wheel--Rear 22. 530095629 Shield--Front Blade 23. 530015843 Screw 24. 530016281 Washer--Belleville 25. 530016032 Nut 26. 530036935 Plug--Dust 27. 530015770 Screw 28. 530037625 Retainer Ring--Flat 29. 530095070...described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel. 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 6 9 14 15 18 10 19 36 11 37 20 EDGER MODEL(s) PE550 PAGE NO. 1 12 13 16 17 38 39 35 21 34 33 32 22 31 46 40 41 42 43 44 45 47 48 49...
Parts List
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...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. 2 TYPE 3 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified ...--Upper Handle 19. 530015768 Locknut 20. 530015982 Clamp--Cable 21. 530095663 Wheel--Rear 22. 530095629 Shield--Front Blade 23. 530015843 Screw 24. 530016281 Washer--Belleville 25. 530016032 Nut 26. 530015770 Screw 27. 530037625 Retainer Ring...
...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. 2 TYPE 3 WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified ...--Upper Handle 19. 530015768 Locknut 20. 530015982 Clamp--Cable 21. 530095663 Wheel--Rear 22. 530095629 Shield--Front Blade 23. 530015843 Screw 24. 530016281 Washer--Belleville 25. 530016032 Nut 26. 530015770 Screw 27. 530037625 Retainer Ring...
Parts List
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...34. 530015997 35. 530016002 36. 530015768 37. 530071989 38. 530016063 39. n/a 40. 530053792 Shield--Front Blade Screw Washer--Belleville Nut Screw Retainer Ring--Flat Shaft--Output Washer--Thrust Screw Screw Nut--Speed Gasket--Tube Pin--...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 be performed by qualified service...
...34. 530015997 35. 530016002 36. 530015768 37. 530071989 38. 530016063 39. n/a 40. 530053792 Shield--Front Blade Screw Washer--Belleville Nut Screw Retainer Ring--Flat Shaft--Output Washer--Thrust Screw Screw Nut--Speed Gasket--Tube Pin--...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 be performed by qualified service...