Troubleshooting
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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
Engine difficult to start
1. Out of fuel
2. Throttle in Stop Position
3. Engine not primed
4. Engine Flooded
5. Spark plug wire disconnected
6. Defective throttle control lever or
wire
7. Fouled spark plug
8. Clogged air filter
9. Clogged fuel filter
10. Dirty Carburetor
11.Contaminated Fuel
Engine Problems
1. No Engine Oil
Engine smokes excessively
2. Engine oil not at proper level
Engine runs very "rough"
Engine runs erratically
3. Fouled spark plug
Engine cannot maintain full speed
4. Clogged air filter
5. Clogged fuel filter
6. Carburetor out of adjustment
7. Contaminated Fuel
Excessive vibration / noise
1. Loose parts
2. Trimmer lines unequal length
3. Set screws in trimmer head loose
4. Engine problems (above)
Engine Overheats
1. Clogged Cooling system
2. Engine problems (above)
Engine will not stop
Defective throttle control lever or wire Inspect lever and wire. Replace if necessary.
Poor Trimming performance
1. Trimmer line is too short
2. Engine not at full throttle
3. Engine problems (above)
Trimmer head does not retain line 1. Trimmer line not properly attached
2. Broken line retainer
3. Trimmer line not correct size
4. Trimmer line too brittle
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
SOLUTION(S)
1. Add fresh fuel.
2. Move Throttle to Start position.
3. Press Primer bulb 3 times, waiting 2
seconds between each push.
4. Wait a few minutes before starting.
5. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.
6. Inspect lever and wire. Replace if
necessary.
7. Remove spark plug. Inspect. Replace if
necessary.
8. Remove and clean air filter.
9. Remove fuel filter. Inspect. Replace if
necessary.
10. Take unit to an authorized service center
for carburetor cleaning.
11. Drain fuel tank. Clean fuel tank. Fill with
fresh fuel.
1. Add engine oil.
2. Check engine oil. Add or drain engine oil if
necessary.
3. Remove spark plug. Inspect. Replace if
necessary.
4. Remove and clean air filter.
5. Remove fuel filter. Inspect. Replace if
necessary.
6. Take unit to an authorized service center
for carburetor adjustment.
7. Drain fuel tank. Clean fuel tank. Fill with
fresh fuel.
1. Tighten all fasteners.
2. Replace with trimmer lines of equal length.
3. Tighten set screws with T-handle wrench.
4. Refer to engine solutions (above).
1. Remove debris from recoil starter cover
and cooling fins.
2. Refer to engine solutions (above).
1. Replace with correct length trimmer line
(22 inches).
2. Move throttle lever to FAST position.
3. Refer to engine solutions (above).
1. Follow instructions in maintenance section
for attaching line.
2. Have trimmer head assembly replaced.
3. Use a 0.155 in. (4 mm) trimmer line.
4. Use a trimmer line that has been soaking
in water.
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Warranty
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A
Southland™ FIELD TRIMMER Limited Warranty
Always specify model number when contacting the factory.
We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written
warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. MAT Engine Technologies, LLC warrants this Field Trimmer and any
parts thereof, to be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years (90 days for commercial use or for reconditioned unit)
from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer, provided that the product has been properly maintained and operated in
accordance with all applicable instructions. This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. The bill of sales or proof of
purchase must be presented at the time a claim is made under this warranty. This warranty does not cover commercial, industrial, or
rental usage, nor does it apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear, or parts that fail or become
damaged as a result of misuse, accident, lack of proper maintenance, tampering, or alteration. Travel, handling, transportation, and in-
cidental costs associated with warranty repairs are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner. To the
full extent allowed by the law of the jurisdiction that governs the sale of the product, this express warranty excludes any and all other
expressed warranties and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for
a particular purpose to two years from the date of first purchase, and MAT Engine Technologies, LLC's liability is hereby limited to the
purchase price of the product and MAT Engine Technologies, LLC shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever including indi-
rect, incidental, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of damages may not apply to you. This warranty provides the
original purchaser with specific rights.
For information regarding those rights, please consult the applicable state laws.
METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY
ATTN: Technical Service – METL
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
625 Barclay Blvd.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
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