Assembly, Carton Contents, Tools Required

screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, 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 arresting screen will not require any ser- vice. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your au- thorized service dealer.

ASSEMBLY

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the following list:

SPowerhead

SLower attachment (with trimmer head installed)

SCupped washer

SLarge nut for installing blades S Hex wrench

S Handlebar

S Bracket cover

S Bracket cover screws (2) S Metal blade shield

S Blade shield screws (4) S 4--point weed blade

S Plastic shield

S Wing nut (screwed onto plastic shield) S Shoulder strap with warning

S Container of oil

WARNING: Always stop unit and dis- connect spark plug before performing any as- sembly procedures.

WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- aged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.

It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank.

Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer.

TOOLS REQUIRED

SHex wrench (provided) S Adjustable wrench

S Phillips screwdriver

INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT

CAUTION: When installing brushcutter at- tachment, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

LOOSEN

2.Remove shipping protector from coupler.

3.Remove the shaft cap from the brushcutter attachment (if present).

4.Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of coupler.

5.Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.

6.Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler	Primary Hole
		Guide Recess
Upper	Locking/	Lower
Upper	Release	Lower
Shaft	Release	Attachment
	Button

WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op- erating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless other- wise stated in the applicable attachment in- struction manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.

Secondary Hole

Locking/Release Button in Primary Hole

For optional attachments, see the AS- SEMBLY section of the applicable attach- ment instruction manual.

ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR

DANGER: To avoid serious injury, the barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed as shown to provide a barrier between operator and the spinning blade.

1. Locate the decal on the handlebar. This

decal includes an arrow. Position the

handlebar with the mounting bracket at

Shipping protector

TIGHTEN

Knob

	the end of the arrow.
2.	Position the bracket cover over the han-
	dlebar. Again make sure the handlebar is
	at the end of the arrow.
3.	Insert screws and hand tighten only. Be
	sure the handlebar is installed correctly;
	then, tighten each screw securely with
	the hex wrench.