Poulan FL26 User Manual

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Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

FL26

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

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 avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

WEED EATER 1030 Stevens Creek Road Augusta, GA 30907

6150 McLaughlin Road

Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2

WEED EATER

545137261 11/30/06

FRANÇAIS

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using gardening

appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who have read, understand, and will follow the instructions and warnings on the unit and in the manual. Never allow children to operate this unit.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

DANGER:Never use blades or flailing

devices. This unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury.

WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-

jects violently. You and others can be blinded/injured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.

Eye Protection

Boots

Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If approached stop unit immediately. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, contact your authorized service dealer or call 1-800-554--6723.

OPERATOR SAFETY

Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses

or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance, on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87.

S Always wear face or dust mask if operation is

dusty.

S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,

boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended.

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

Hazard Zone

50 ft.

(15 m)

S Always wear foot protection. Do not go bare-

foot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line.

S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or

remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

S Being fully covered also helps protect you

from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line.

S Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you

are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.

S Wear hearing protection. S Never start or run inside a closed room or

building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY

Disconnect the spark plug before performing

maintenance except carburetor adjustments.

S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts

before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working condition.

S Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped,

cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit.

S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-

cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.

S Use only 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter WEED

EATER brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

S Install required shield properly before using

the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.

S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as

shown in this manual.

S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end

supported to prevent line from contacting any object.

S Keep others away when making carburetor

adjustments.

S Use only recommended WEED EATER ac-

cessories and replacement parts.

S Have all maintenance and service not ex -

plained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer.

FUEL SAFETY

Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

S S Keep away from sparks or flames. S Use a container approved for fuel. S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or

the unit.

S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills. S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from

fueling site before starting engine.

S Stop engine and allow to cool before remov-

ing fuel cap.

S Always store gasoline in a container ap-

proved for flammable liquids.

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 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

Allow engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle.

S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-

porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor 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 acciden-

tally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the shaft.

S Store unit out of reach of children.

ASSEMBLY

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 abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. Ifsymptoms 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 medical attention. An anti--vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped

with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, 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 exist, 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 arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your authorized service dealer.

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 damaged 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.

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

WARNING: When adjusting the assist

handle, be sure it remains above the safety label and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright position; retighten wing nut.

ATTACHING S HIE LD

WARNING: The shield must be prop-

erly installed. The shield provides partial protection 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. 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.

Shield

PIVOT

Line Limiter

Blade

Slot

Bracket

Wing Nut

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Muffler

Shaft

Assist Handle

Safety Label

Shaft Mark or Arrow

Spark Plug

Trimmer Head

Line Limiter Blade

Shield

STOP Switch

STOP SWITCH

The STOP switch is used to stop the engine. To stop the engine, push and hold the switch in the STOP position until the engine stops.

PRIMER BULB

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor 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.

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.

HELPFUL TIP

Toobtain the correct oil mix ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of 2--cycle synthetic oil into

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

one gallon of fresh gas.

Primer Bulb

Starter Handle

Throttle Trigger

Choke Lever

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

CHOKE

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine toaidincoldstarting.Activatethechokeby 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 RUN position.

mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with1 gallon(4 liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine 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 read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit.

IMPORTANT

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 storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuellines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damagemay occur.See the STORAGE sectionfor additional information.

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