User manual WEED EATER GHT195 GHT225

[. . . ] ENGLISH R Trademark Please do not return product to retailer. Por favor, no devuelva el producto al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pas retourner le produit au détaillant. 1-800-554-6723 Register your product online at: Registre su producto en línea en: Enregistrez votre produit en ligne à l'adresse : www. weedeater. com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'Instructions GHT 195 GHT 225 WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. [. . . ] Release the throttle lock by squeezing and releasing the trigger. NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run, it is probably flooded. Proceed to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE. STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the ON/OFF switch in the ON position and the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position and engaging the throttle lock as directed in the STARTING A COLD ENGINE section; then, pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel. Starting could require pulling the starter rope many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn't start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723. SERVICE WARNING: Ensure ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position and disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. IMPORTANT: Have all CLEAN AIR FILTER Air Filter Cover HELPFUL TIP repairs other than the recommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer. If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, WEED EATER may not pay for repairs under warranty. It is your responsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance. Air Filter Screw Cleaning the air filter: GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Spark Plug Boot S Air Filter S Housing Screws CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation. S Clean the cover and the area around it to keep debris from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed. NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire hazard or produce harmful evaporative emissions. S Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze filter to distribute oil. S Replace parts. Contact an authorized service dealer for replacement of damaged or worn parts. S ON/OFF Switch - Ensure ON/OFF switch functions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue. S Fuel Tank - Do not use unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks. INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTING SCREEN INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS S Before and after each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. After each use, clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth. WARNING: The muffler on this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen and must be removed to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. [. . . ] WEED EATER recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but WEED EATER cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the small off-road engine owner, you should be aware that WEED EATER may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part of it has -- 10 -- failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer. You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to an WEED EATER authorized repair center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. [. . . ]