TRANSPORTING AND STOR- AGE
SAllow the engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle.
SEmpty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car- buretor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
SStore 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.
SStore unit so line limiter cannot accidentally cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.
SStore the unit out of the reach of children If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, call
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines to be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you operate in a locale where such regula- tions exist, you are legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operating con- dition of these parts. Failure to do so is a viola- tion of the law. If a spark arrestor is required in your area, contact your Authorized Service Dealer for the proper kit.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow- ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold 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 loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek med- ical attention. An
WARNING: Make sure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are se- cure.
ADJUST THE HANDLE
SLoosen wing nut or plastic knob on handle. S Rotate handle to upright position and tight- en in a comfortable position between the trigger and the safety label on the tube.
Tighten handle securely.
ATTACH THE SHIELD
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 can cut you.
SInsert bracket into slot on shield.
SPivot shield until bolt passes through hole in
bracket.
SSecurely tighten wing nut.
SRemove packing cover from the arbor shaft
if so equipped.
SThread trimmer head onto shaft; tighten se- curely against dust cup.
Wing Nut
Bracket
Slot
Hole
Shield | Dust Cup |
This engine is certified to operate on un- leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
3.2ounces 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.
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