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1-800-554-6723
Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operador
Manuel de L’utilisateur
TE 500 CXL
U
RL
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 del operador y siga todas las advertencias e instruc-
ciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel de l’utilisateur et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products
North America
Div. of WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2001 WCI Outdoor Products, Inc.
530086281
3/15/01
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 re-
moving fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, 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 ex-
ist, 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 arrest-
ing screen will not require any service. After
50 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by your Au-
thorized Service Dealer.
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, mowing, edging and
sweeping. Do not use for pruning or hedge
trimming.
ASSEMBLY
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
WARNING: Make sure unit is proper-
ly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
ATTACHING THE HANDLE
S Keep all parts of your body away from muf-
fler and spinning line. Keep engine below
waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious
burns.
S Cutting with the line on left side of the shield
will throw debris away from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before
storing or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty fuel tank before storing or transport-
ing the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor
by starting engine and letting it run until it
stops.
S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
Groove
S Assemble handle to the unit as shown;
make sure bottom of handle is seated in the
groove in the trigger housing.
NOTE: Adjustment knob must be as-
sembled on the side of the unit opposite the
operator’s position.
S Pivot handle to a comfortable position.
Tighten handle securely.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acci-
dentally cause injury. Unit can be hung by
the tube.
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial
protection from the risk of thrown objects to
the operator and others and is equipped with
a line limiter which cuts excess line. The line
limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and
S Store the unit out of the reach of children.
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 ab- can cut you.
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold S Remove wing nut from shield.
S Insert bracket into slot on shield.
S Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in
bracket.
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or S Securely tighten wing nut.
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
Bracket
discontinue the use of this tool and seek med-
Slot
ical attention. An anti--vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
Shield
Wing Nut
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STARTING A WARM ENGINE
S Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
S Move choke lever to OFF CHOKE position.
S Pull starter rope handle until engine runs.
S If engine does not start in 5 pulls, follow
instructions in STARTING A COLD EN-
GINE.
FUEL YOUR UNIT
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine
oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater! brand oil is recom-
mended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the
instructions printed on the container. Always
read and follow the safety rules under FUEL
SAFETY.
USING YOUR UNIT
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
Eye
Protection
Long Pants
STARTING
Heavy Shoes
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
To stop engine, move ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position.
Cut from your right to your left.
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE
The cutting head advances line automatically.
Do not tap head on the ground to advance
line. This may break parts and cause cutting
head to malfunction.
Starting Positio
Upon unit start up, the line will advance auto-
matically to the correct cutting path length.
Always keep the shield in place when the tool
is being operated.
Choke lever
Muffler
TWIST--N--EDGE
S Pull the tab toward the engine.
S Twist the tube to the edging position; re-
lease the tab.
Trigger
Primer Bulb
WARNING: The trimmer head will
turn while starting the engine. Avoid any con-
tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
REPLACING THE LINE
S Set unit on a flat surface.
Pre--wound spools offer the most convenient
method for replacing line and ensuring opti-
mum performance.
S Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
S Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
S Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE posi-
tion.
S Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold
through all remaining steps.
S Pull starter rope handle sharply 6 times.
S Move choke lever to HALF CHOKE posi-
tion.
S Pull starter rope handle no more than 6
pulls, until engine runs.
S Allow engine to run 10 seconds, then move
choke lever to OFF CHOKE position.
S Replacement spools are color--coded to
ensure use of the correct spool with your
unit. Be sure to use the same color spool as
the existing spool.
NOTE: Always clear dirt and debris from cut-
ting head components when performing any
type of maintenance.
S Hold spool and unscrew cap by turning in
the direction shown on top of the cap.
S Remove line guide ring and spool.
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Line guide ring
INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE
S Install replacement spool.
S Thread line through line guide ring.
Cap
Line through guide ring
Spool
Slot
S Use a pre--wound spool or refill spool with
line. If using a pre--wound spool, remove
tape strip from line and spool.
REFILLING THE SPOOL WITH LINE
Replacement Spool
WARNING: Use only 0.080” (2 mm)
diameter round line. Other sizes and
shapes of line will not advance properly and
will result in improper cutting head function or
can cause serious injury. Do not use other
materials such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire
can break off during cutting and become a
dangerous missile that can cause serious in-
jury.
S Rest guide ring on spool and place line in
slot. Allow line to extend 4 -- 6 inches (10 --
15 cm) from center of spool.
S Ensure line remains in slot while screwing
cap on to the shaft. Only tighten cap hand
tight!
SERVICE
S Cut a length of 30 feet of 0.080” (2 mm) di-
ameter round Weed Eater! brand line.
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
Authorized Service Dealer.
Feed line in
direction
shown on
spool.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.
We recommend that you take your unit to an
Authorized Service Dealer. Damage will oc-
cur if you turn the needles beyond the limiter
stops.
IGNITION TIMING
The ignition timing is fixed, non-adjustable.
SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug yearly using a Cham-
pion RCJ--8Y plug. Spark plug gap is 0.025".
Spool
S Insert one end of line into center cavity of
empty spool. Ensure line will feed into
spool in the direction shown on the spool
(clockwise).
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Need Assistance?
S Continue feeding line into spool, leaving 4 -- Call 1-800-554-6723.
6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) unwound from center
of spool.
Need Service Parts?
Contact your dealer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the
recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not S ON/OFF switch in OFF
S Move ON/OFF switch to ON.
position.
start.
S Engine flooded.
S See “Starting.”
S Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
S Install new spark plug.
S Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
S Fuel tank empty.
S Spark plug not firing.
S Fuel not reaching carburetor.
S Carburetor requires adjustment. S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine will not S Carburetor requires adjustment. S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
S Throttle trigger screw too
tight.
S Loosen screw.
idle properly.
Engine will not S Air filter dirty.
S Clean or replace air filter.
S Spark plug fouled.
S Clean or replace spark plug; re-gap.
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
S Carburetor requires adjustment. S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine
smokes
excessively.
S Fuel mixture incorrect.
S Air filter dirty.
S Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
S Clean or replace air filter.
S Carburetor requires adjustment. S See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Line does not
advance or
breaks while
cutting.
S Check line routing.
S Line improperly routed in head.
S Line improperly wound on
spool.
S Rewind line tightly and evenly.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm) dia. line.
S Line size incorrect.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm) dia. line.
S Replace with correct spool.
S Cut with tip of line fully extended.
Line welds
onto spool.
S Line size incorrect.
S Incorrect spool.
S Line is being crowded against
material being cut.
Line pulls
back into
head.
S Remove spool and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line outside of head.
S Use only 0.080” (2 mm) dia. line.
S Too little line outside of head.
S Line size incorrect.
recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA for this tool.
Additionally, this warranty does not cover tune-
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotating
head parts that will wear and require replace-
ment with reasonable use during the warranty
period. This warranty does not cover predeliv-
ery setup or normal adjustments explained in
the operator’s manual.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
AMERICA, Division of WCI Outdoor Prod-
ucts, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that
each new Weed Eater brand gasoline tool or at-
tachment is free from defects in material and
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline prod-
uct or attachment as follows from the original
date of purchase.
2 YEARS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income producing
purposes.
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or the use of
accessories and/or attachments not specifically
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LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
lem exists. Warranty repairs should be com-
pleted in a reasonable amount of time, not to
exceed 30 days. If you have any questions re-
garding your warranty rights and responsibili-
ties, you should contact your nearest authorized
service center or call POULAN/WEED EATER
at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY COM-
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period be-
gins on the date the lawn and garden equipment
engine is purchased. LENGTH OF COVER-
AGE: This warranty shall be for a period of two
years from the initial date of purchase. WHAT
IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
OF PARTS. Repair or replacement of any war-
ranted part will be performed at no charge to the
owner at an approved POULAN/WEED EAT-
ER servicing center. If you have any questions
regarding your warranty rights and responsibili-
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH
AMERICA’S policy is to continuously improve
its products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA reserves the
right to change, modify, or discontinue models,
designs, specifications, and accessories of all
products at any time without notice or obligation
to any purchaser.
U.S. EPA
EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection ties, you should contact your nearest authorized
Agency and POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVI-
SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS are
service center or call POULAN/WEED EATER
at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY PERIOD:
pleased to explain the emissions control system Any warranted part which is not scheduled for
warranty on your lawn and garden equipment replacement as required maintenance, or which
engine. All new utility and lawn and garden is scheduled only for regular inspection to the ef-
equipment engines must be designed, built, and fect of “repair or replace as necessary” shall be
equipped to meet the stringent anti--smog stan- warranted for 2 years. Any warranted part which
dards. POULAN/WEED EATER must warrant
is scheduled for replacement as required main-
the emission control system on your lawn and tenance shall be warranted for the period of time
garden equipment engine for the periods of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for
listed below provided there has been no abuse, that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be
neglect, or improper maintenance of your lawn charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the
and garden equipment engine. Your emission determination that a warranted part is defective
control system includes parts such as the car-
if the diagnostic work is performed at an ap-
buretor and the ignition system. Where a war- proved POULAN/WEED EATER servicing cen-
rantable condition exits, POULAN/WEED EAT- ter. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POU-
ER will repair your lawn and garden equipment LAN/WEED EATER may be liable for damages
engine at no cost to you. Expenses covered un- to other engine components caused by the fail-
der warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVER-
ure of a warranted part still under warranty.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused
AGE: If any emissions related part on your en- by abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are
gine (as listed under Emissions Control Warran- not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED
ty Parts List) is defective or a defect in the PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts
materials or workmanship of the engine causes can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
the failure of such an emission related part, the POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover
part will be repaired or replaced by POULAN/ failures of warranted parts caused by the use of
WEED EATER. OWNER’S WARRANTY RE-
add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A
SPONSIBILITIES: As the lawn and garden CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding
equipment engine owner, you are responsible your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
for the performance of the required mainte- should contact your nearest authorized service
nance listed in your Owner’s Manual. POULAN/ center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at
WEED EATER recommends that you retain all 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-
receipts covering maintenance on your lawn RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-
and garden equipment engine, but POULAN/ pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED
WEED EATER cannot deny warranty solely for EATER service centers. call: 1--800--554--6723
the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-
the performance of all scheduled maintenance. PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
As the lawn and garden equipment engine own- POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-
er, you should be aware that POULAN/WEED ment part used in the performance of any war-
EATER may deny you warranty coverage if
ranty maintenance or repair on emission related
your lawn and garden equipment engine or a parts will be provided without charge to the own-
part of it has failed due to abuse, neglect, im- er if the part is under warranty. EMISSION
proper maintenance, unapproved modifications, CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-
or the use of parts not made or approved by the buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered
original equipment manufacturer. You are re- up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
sponsible for presenting your lawn and garden MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is
equipment engine to a POULAN/WEED EAT- responsible for the performance of all required
ER authorized repair center as soon as a prob- maintenance as defined in the owner’s manual.
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