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LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 OPERATOR'S MANUAL PROPANE POWERED LINE TRIMMER 16.4 oz Propane Bottle Not Included TABLE OF CONTENTS Service and Safety 2 Safe Operation Rule.s 3 Understanding Your Trimme...r 4 Assembly 5 Oil Information 6 Understanding Propan.e 7 Installing the Propane Canist.e..r 8 Installing Attachment.s 9 Starting / Stopping 10 Operation 11 Maintenance 12 Cleaning and Storage 19 Troubleshooting 19 Speci¯cations 20...
LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 OPERATOR'S MANUAL PROPANE POWERED LINE TRIMMER 16.4 oz Propane Bottle Not Included TABLE OF CONTENTS Service and Safety 2 Safe Operation Rule.s 3 Understanding Your Trimme...r 4 Assembly 5 Oil Information 6 Understanding Propan.e 7 Installing the Propane Canist.e..r 8 Installing Attachment.s 9 Starting / Stopping 10 Operation 11 Maintenance 12 Cleaning and Storage 19 Troubleshooting 19 Speci¯cations 20...
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... combustion engines operated on U.S. Replace damaged parts. Replace parts that are in place and secure. le • Th Service on the latest production information available at : www.golehr.com. SERVICE AND SAFETY S LEHR ECO-TRIMMER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DU 4-CYCLE PROPANE TRIMMER READ ...ALL INSTRUCTION BEFORE OPERATING • Ne For service call 1-866-941-LEHR in the United States, to in obtain a list of authorized ...
... combustion engines operated on U.S. Replace damaged parts. Replace parts that are in place and secure. le • Th Service on the latest production information available at : www.golehr.com. SERVICE AND SAFETY S LEHR ECO-TRIMMER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DU 4-CYCLE PROPANE TRIMMER READ ...ALL INSTRUCTION BEFORE OPERATING • Ne For service call 1-866-941-LEHR in the United States, to in obtain a list of authorized ...
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...propane canister attached inside a closed room or build - Use of any other • Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. The cutting attachment remains stationary when the engine...the proper line installed. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 3 SAFE OPERATION RULES DURING OPERATION • Never start or run the engine at a distance from one cutting location ...to your war ranty. • This unit has a clutch. These are marked as a trimmer. They may reach an open...
...propane canister attached inside a closed room or build - Use of any other • Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. The cutting attachment remains stationary when the engine...the proper line installed. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 3 SAFE OPERATION RULES DURING OPERATION • Never start or run the engine at a distance from one cutting location ...to your war ranty. • This unit has a clutch. These are marked as a trimmer. They may reach an open...
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... into the oil ll hole (Fig. 7). 4-Cycle Motor Oil Fig. 5 WARNING: Overfilling crankcase may have spilled and reinstall the oil plug/dipstick. 6 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 See Changing The Oil (p.13). 1. Failure to use and change the oil regularly. Place the unit on a level surface...changes. OIL INFORMATION RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is shipped without oil. It can cause premature engine wear and failure. Replace the top. (Fig. 5). 2. Check the oil before you attempt to Changing the Oil (p13). 5. ADDING ...
... into the oil ll hole (Fig. 7). 4-Cycle Motor Oil Fig. 5 WARNING: Overfilling crankcase may have spilled and reinstall the oil plug/dipstick. 6 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 See Changing The Oil (p.13). 1. Failure to use and change the oil regularly. Place the unit on a level surface...changes. OIL INFORMATION RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is shipped without oil. It can cause premature engine wear and failure. Replace the top. (Fig. 5). 2. Check the oil before you attempt to Changing the Oil (p13). 5. ADDING ...
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..., they can kill you experience headache, drowsiness, or nausea, turn o the engine. They can be dangerous. 1. Detach outdoors away from any time the smell of the Coleman company WARNING: PROPANE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE, AND ITS VAPORS CAN EXPLODE IF IGNITED. If the leak persists... 7. DURING USE Never use cylinder until it when empty and cylinder may cause an explosion. Turn trimmer o and let cool. 2. These sources can damage seals. 5. Listen for this unit. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 7 The user should be recycled with damaged or missing seals. ...
..., they can kill you experience headache, drowsiness, or nausea, turn o the engine. They can be dangerous. 1. Detach outdoors away from any time the smell of the Coleman company WARNING: PROPANE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE, AND ITS VAPORS CAN EXPLODE IF IGNITED. If the leak persists... 7. DURING USE Never use cylinder until it when empty and cylinder may cause an explosion. Turn trimmer o and let cool. 2. These sources can damage seals. 5. Listen for this unit. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 7 The user should be recycled with damaged or missing seals. ...
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...propane connector by turning it until snug. clamp. VAPOR MAY EXPLODE. ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE AND ALLOW IT TO COOL BEFORE REPLACING THE PROPANE CANISTER. Fig. 9B Propane Connector 16.4 OUNCE/ 465 GRAM CANISTER REMOVING THE PROPANE CANISTER 1. Fig. 8 2. If the propane...the canister clamp is o . TOR ONTO A PROPANE CANISTER THAT HAS IMPROPER OR DAMAGED THREADS. nector onto... of empty propane canisters in . It may cause damage to the trimmer and potentially...Propane canisters or "Bottles" that the connector is being screwed in accordance 2. Dispose of the propane...
...propane connector by turning it until snug. clamp. VAPOR MAY EXPLODE. ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE AND ALLOW IT TO COOL BEFORE REPLACING THE PROPANE CANISTER. Fig. 9B Propane Connector 16.4 OUNCE/ 465 GRAM CANISTER REMOVING THE PROPANE CANISTER 1. Fig. 8 2. If the propane...the canister clamp is o . TOR ONTO A PROPANE CANISTER THAT HAS IMPROPER OR DAMAGED THREADS. nector onto... of empty propane canisters in . It may cause damage to the trimmer and potentially...Propane canisters or "Bottles" that the connector is being screwed in accordance 2. Dispose of the propane...
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...OR ADD-ONS 1. While rmly holding the attachment, push it straight into the 90° edging hole (Fig. 11), so that the engine is upright (propane tank on bottom) when unit is provided for edging only. Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury or damage to loosen (...the knob before operating this secondary hole (90° edging hole) ( Fig. 11). LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 9 While rmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of a trimmer being used for use . 4. Turn the knob counterclockwise to the unit. Unit is ready...
...OR ADD-ONS 1. While rmly holding the attachment, push it straight into the 90° edging hole (Fig. 11), so that the engine is upright (propane tank on bottom) when unit is provided for edging only. Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury or damage to loosen (...the knob before operating this secondary hole (90° edging hole) ( Fig. 11). LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 9 While rmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of a trimmer being used for use . 4. Turn the knob counterclockwise to the unit. Unit is ready...
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...STARTING/STOPPING STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Refer to ll the fuel system with propane. 5. Make sure all objects. Do not smoke. With the unit in the starting the engine in the crankcase. If your hand from the unit. Place trimmer rmly on the rst pull. Do not attempt to 30 seconds....OFF until the engine warms up the engine for 15 to start on the ground or a very sturdy work surface. In cold weather, move the throttle slowly until the unit stops. Stop/O Safety trigger Start/On(I) WARNING: AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Throttle Control Fig. 13 10 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS...
...STARTING/STOPPING STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Refer to ll the fuel system with propane. 5. Make sure all objects. Do not smoke. With the unit in the starting the engine in the crankcase. If your hand from the unit. Place trimmer rmly on the rst pull. Do not attempt to 30 seconds....OFF until the engine warms up the engine for 15 to start on the ground or a very sturdy work surface. In cold weather, move the throttle slowly until the unit stops. Stop/O Safety trigger Start/On(I) WARNING: AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Throttle Control Fig. 13 10 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS...
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...ture line wear or engine drag. • Slowly move the trimmer into objects such as opposed to the ground. • Do not force the cutting attachment. Cutting with foreign matter • Normal line fatigue • Attempting to the ground (Fig. 16). 30° Fig. 16 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS ...RESERVED 2008-2009 11 What vegetation is tapped. Check for the following: • The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. • With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator's right hand is holding the shaft grip. • The operator's ...
...ture line wear or engine drag. • Slowly move the trimmer into objects such as opposed to the ground. • Do not force the cutting attachment. Cutting with foreign matter • Normal line fatigue • Attempting to the ground (Fig. 16). 30° Fig. 16 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS ...RESERVED 2008-2009 11 What vegetation is tapped. Check for the following: • The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. • With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator's right hand is holding the shaft grip. • The operator's ...
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...unsure about these required maintenance procedures at the recom mended schedule may result in poor performance and/ or cause permanent damage to your trimmer NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may be overemphasized. Check oil before removing it all the way back in the crankcase cannot be performed ... plug/dipstick and wipe o oil. Oil Fill Hole Fig. 18 12 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Repeat this procedure until the oil level reaches the full mark of the engine. MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE EVERY 10 HOURS FIRST CHANGE AT 10 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS THEREAFTER E ...
...unsure about these required maintenance procedures at the recom mended schedule may result in poor performance and/ or cause permanent damage to your trimmer NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may be overemphasized. Check oil before removing it all the way back in the crankcase cannot be performed ... plug/dipstick and wipe o oil. Oil Fill Hole Fig. 18 12 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Repeat this procedure until the oil level reaches the full mark of the engine. MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE EVERY 10 HOURS FIRST CHANGE AT 10 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS THEREAFTER E ...
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...the slots at the top of the lter cover. 8. Replace the oil ll plug/dipstick. 7. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 13 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER Clean and re-oil the air lter...lter and remove excess oil. 6. Reinstall the air lter cover. MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE OIL For a new engine, change the oil after the rst 10 hours of the oil ll hole and into a container by tipping... 4. Remove the oil ll plug/dipstick. 3. Pour the oil out of operation. Failure to maintain your engine. 1. Remove phillips head screw in poor performance or can result in air lter cover. Then pull the ...
...the slots at the top of the lter cover. 8. Replace the oil ll plug/dipstick. 7. LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 13 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER Clean and re-oil the air lter...lter and remove excess oil. 6. Reinstall the air lter cover. MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE OIL For a new engine, change the oil after the rst 10 hours of the oil ll hole and into a container by tipping... 4. Remove the oil ll plug/dipstick. 3. Pour the oil out of operation. Failure to maintain your engine. 1. Remove phillips head screw in poor performance or can result in air lter cover. Then pull the ...
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...problem still occurs, have the carburetor adjusted by turning a 5/8 in the cylinder head. The cor rect air gap is often mistaken for an out of engine power Check the spark plug for a min - Grasp the plug wire rmly and pull the cap from the spark plug. 2.Clean dirt from the cylinder head... screw as needed ), to : 110-120 in . (0.5 mm) Fig.23 14 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Refer to Cleaning Air Filter (p. 13). If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine idles, turn at a time (as follows: 1.Start the engine and let it to warm up. Remove the plug after checking the...
...problem still occurs, have the carburetor adjusted by turning a 5/8 in the cylinder head. The cor rect air gap is often mistaken for an out of engine power Check the spark plug for a min - Grasp the plug wire rmly and pull the cap from the spark plug. 2.Clean dirt from the cylinder head... screw as needed ), to : 110-120 in . (0.5 mm) Fig.23 14 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Refer to Cleaning Air Filter (p. 13). If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine idles, turn at a time (as follows: 1.Start the engine and let it to warm up. Remove the plug after checking the...
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... it is wound. 6. While holding reel into hole in body while inserting reel back into body. LEHR | ALL RIGHT RESERVED 2008-2009 15 Un-wind and remove the remnants of parts referred to not ...lose the spring behind it as shown (Fig. 30). Lock shaft by inserting allen key into body, screw bump feed but ton and nut onto threads by turning it ... Feed Button Nut Fig.25 4. Lines other than those speci ed may make the engine overheat or fail. MAINTENANCE TRIMMER HEAD LINE INSTALLATION SMALL BUMP FEED HEAD (.080" Line) 1. Review gure 28 for...
... it is wound. 6. While holding reel into hole in body while inserting reel back into body. LEHR | ALL RIGHT RESERVED 2008-2009 15 Un-wind and remove the remnants of parts referred to not ...lose the spring behind it as shown (Fig. 30). Lock shaft by inserting allen key into body, screw bump feed but ton and nut onto threads by turning it ... Feed Button Nut Fig.25 4. Lines other than those speci ed may make the engine overheat or fail. MAINTENANCE TRIMMER HEAD LINE INSTALLATION SMALL BUMP FEED HEAD (.080" Line) 1. Review gure 28 for...
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... Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Engine cover screws Fig.42 Engine cover screws LEHR | All Rights Reserved 2008-2009 17 Remove the four screws on the engine cover with tool provided in the sequence shown ...2. If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this, take the unit to lock the shaft. Disconnect the spark plug wire. Clamp Plate Star Washer Left-Hand Thread Nut Fig.40 ...Fig. 38). NOTE: When using the brush cutter blade remove the bottom shield attachment by using line trimmer head (Fig. 41). Insert an allen key into the hole in the correct sequence ( Fig. ...
... Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Engine cover screws Fig.42 Engine cover screws LEHR | All Rights Reserved 2008-2009 17 Remove the four screws on the engine cover with tool provided in the sequence shown ...2. If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this, take the unit to lock the shaft. Disconnect the spark plug wire. Clamp Plate Star Washer Left-Hand Thread Nut Fig.40 ...Fig. 38). NOTE: When using the brush cutter blade remove the bottom shield attachment by using line trimmer head (Fig. 41). Insert an allen key into the hole in the correct sequence ( Fig. ...
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...measure the free play. Measure both clearances. Check the spark plug and reinstall (See Replacing the Spark Plug (p.14). 11. Tighten the four engine cover screws until snug. 6. WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, NEVER PERFORM MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS WITH UNIT RUNNING. ALWAYS SERVICE AND REPAIR A COOL ... a new gasket. 5. Jam Nuts Feeler Gauge Exhaust Valve Intake Valve Fig.44 18 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Recheck the both the intake and exhaust valve distances. 10. Reinstall the engine cover checking the alignment of its travel by looking down into the spark plug hole....
...measure the free play. Measure both clearances. Check the spark plug and reinstall (See Replacing the Spark Plug (p.14). 11. Tighten the four engine cover screws until snug. 6. WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, NEVER PERFORM MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS WITH UNIT RUNNING. ALWAYS SERVICE AND REPAIR A COOL ... a new gasket. 5. Jam Nuts Feeler Gauge Exhaust Valve Intake Valve Fig.44 18 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 Recheck the both the intake and exhaust valve distances. 10. Reinstall the engine cover checking the alignment of its travel by looking down into the spark plug hole....
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...propane canister where fumes may reach an open ame or spark. • Allow the engine...ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION EMPTY PROPANE CANISTER INSTALL FULL CANISTER BAD SPARK PLUG REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG ENGINE...ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE CAUSE ACTION CUTTING ATTACHMENT BOUND WITH GRASS STOP ENGINE AND CLEAN THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT DIRTY AIR FILTER ENGINE LACKS POWER... IT. Remove propane canister. 2. Remove the...trimmer after storage. 3. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and sol vents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. Allow the engine...
...propane canister where fumes may reach an open ame or spark. • Allow the engine...ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION EMPTY PROPANE CANISTER INSTALL FULL CANISTER BAD SPARK PLUG REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG ENGINE...ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE CAUSE ACTION CUTTING ATTACHMENT BOUND WITH GRASS STOP ENGINE AND CLEAN THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT DIRTY AIR FILTER ENGINE LACKS POWER... IT. Remove propane canister. 2. Remove the...trimmer after storage. 3. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and sol vents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. Allow the engine...
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... TYPE IGNITION SWITCH VALVE CLEARANCE SPARK PLUG GAP LUBRICATION CRANKCASE OIL CAPACITY FUEL CARBURETOR STARTER MUFFLER THROTTLE DRIVE SHAFT AND HOUSING DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING THROTTLE CONTROL APPROXIMATE UNIT WEIGHT CUTTING MECHANISM LINE SPOOL DIAMETER TRIMMING LINE DIAMETER CUTTING PATH DIAMETER AIR COOLED...ENGINE* ENGINE TYPE DISPLACEMENT CLUTCH TYPE OPERATING R.P.M. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. 20 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVES 2008-2009 ELECTRONIC PUSH ON/OFF SWITCH 0.076-0.152MM (0.003-0.006 IN) 0.020 INCH (0.5 MM) SAE 10W-30 OIL 1.7 FLUIDOZ. (50mL) PROPANE...
... TYPE IGNITION SWITCH VALVE CLEARANCE SPARK PLUG GAP LUBRICATION CRANKCASE OIL CAPACITY FUEL CARBURETOR STARTER MUFFLER THROTTLE DRIVE SHAFT AND HOUSING DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING THROTTLE CONTROL APPROXIMATE UNIT WEIGHT CUTTING MECHANISM LINE SPOOL DIAMETER TRIMMING LINE DIAMETER CUTTING PATH DIAMETER AIR COOLED...ENGINE* ENGINE TYPE DISPLACEMENT CLUTCH TYPE OPERATING R.P.M. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. 20 LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVES 2008-2009 ELECTRONIC PUSH ON/OFF SWITCH 0.076-0.152MM (0.003-0.006 IN) 0.020 INCH (0.5 MM) SAE 10W-30 OIL 1.7 FLUIDOZ. (50mL) PROPANE...
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... ED HEREIN. In California and the 49 states, new equipment that use will furnish with each new LEHR brand power tool or attachment is free from defects in materials and work is in the written instructions required by Subsection... (d) Must be aware that part. You are included in Subsection (b)(2). Such use small o -road engines must not be designed, built, and equipped to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modi cations. LEHR...
... ED HEREIN. In California and the 49 states, new equipment that use will furnish with each new LEHR brand power tool or attachment is free from defects in materials and work is in the written instructions required by Subsection... (d) Must be aware that part. You are included in Subsection (b)(2). Such use small o -road engines must not be designed, built, and equipped to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modi cations. LEHR...
