Weed Eater XT700 Manual De Instrucciones página 4

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
READTHIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULESBEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT
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Trimmer Shaft Assist Handle Muffler
Head Safety Label Shaft Mark or Arrow
Shield Spark Plug _k
Primer Bulb Throttle Trigger
Line Limiter Blade
STOP.
Switch
Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Choke Lever
Starter Handle
STOP SWITCH
The STOP switch is used to stop the engine. To
stop the engine, push and hoId the switch in the
STOP position until the engine stops.
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
pulis on the starter rope. Activate the primer
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to
its original form.
CHOKE
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 RUN position.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
_ 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.
FUELING ENGINE
_ WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
HELPFUL TIP
To obtain th e correct oil mix I
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of
2-cycle synthetic off into
one gallon of fresh gas.
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 (95 mI) of oil with 1 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 separa-
tion and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine white in storage. To avoid engine
problems, empty the fuel system before stor-
age 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 products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur. See the STORAGE sec-
tion for additional information.
HELPFUL TIP I
) !fyour engine Switch reads
"push to stop" it is always
in the ON position.
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