Weed Eater TE400 LE Manual De Instrucciones página 8

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MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
_ WARNING: The muffler on thisprod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
A
dll WARNING:
Muffler is very hot during
and after use. Do not touch the muffler or al-
low combustible material such as dry grass or
fuel to do so.
LINE REPLACEMENT
As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.
For normal homeowner use, however, the
muffler and spark arresting screen will not re-
quire any service.
After 50 hours of use, we recommend that
your muffler be serviced or replaced by your
authorized service dealer.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is
fixed and nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
3. Repleca with Champion RCJ_6Y spark plug
end tighten securely with a 3/4 inch socket
wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap but-
ton.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3. Replace with a pre-woued spool, or cut a
length of 20 feet of 0.080" (2 mm) diameter
Weed Eater ¢ brand line.
_,WARNING:
Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
4. Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small hole on the inside of
spool.
Small
Hole _
_ Spool
Line in Notch
Hub Line exit hole
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow
found on the spool.
6. Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5
inches (7 - 12 cm) unwound.
7. Insert the line into the exit hole in the hub as
shown in the illustration.
8. Align the notch with the line exit hole.
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into place.
10. Pull the line extending outside of the hub to
release the line from the notch.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
Keep others away when
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer
head will be spinning during this procedure.
Wear your protective equipment and observe
all safety precautions.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you
notice any of the following conditions:
• Engine will not idle when the throttle is
released.
Make adjustments with the unit supported so
the cutting attachment is off the ground and
will not make contact with any object. Hold
the unit by hand while running and making ad-
iustments. Keep all parts of your body away
rom the cutting attachment and muffler.
Idle Speed Adjustment
Allow engine to idle. Ad ust speed until engine
runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).
• Turn idle speed screw clockwise to
increase engine speed if engine stalls or
dies.
• Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed.
_die Speed
Screw
Air Filter
I_'_ Cover
If you require further assistance orare unsure
about performing this procedure, contact an
authorized service dealer or call
1-800-554-6723.
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