OPERATION
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Controls and Features (Figure 4) on page 8.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.
Trimmer Head / Trimmer Lines
The trimmer head holds the trimmer line and provides trimming height adjustment. When mounted in the trimmer, the trimmer lines extend about 8 in. (20.3 cm) from the cutter disk.
Control Bail
•Squeeze the trimmer control bail against the handlebar to engage trimmer head.
•Release bail to disengage trimmer.
IMPORTANT: Check control bail function before each use. If control bail moves freely with no resistance before contacting handlebar, adjust or repair unit before operating. See Service and Adjustments.
Throttle Control Lever
The throttle control lever controls the speed of the engine. The settings are variable between fast and slow.
Fast Slow Stop
Recoil Starter Handle
The recoil starter handle is used to start the engine.
Primer Bulb
For a cold engine, push the primer bulb three times to add fuel for easier engine start. See Starting
and Shut Off.
Swivel Head Lock
The swivel head feature is designed to allow close trimming while walking parallel to fences or walls.
•Point the front of the unit to the left if trimming with the left side of the trimmer.
•Point the front of the unit to the right if trimming with the right side of the trimmer. To adjust, see Service and Adjustments.
FILLING FUEL TANK
WARNING: EXPLOSIVE VAPORS and FLAMMABLE FUEL can result in serious injury or death. Handle fuel with care. ALWAYS use an approved fuel container.
No Smoking! No Lighted Materials! No Open Flame!
Allow engine to cool before maintenance.
Never fill tank when engine is running or is hot from operation. DO NOT overfill tank. Allow about 1/4" (6.35 mm) of space at the top of the filler neck for fuel expansion. Wipe up any spills and allow vapors to dissipate before starting engine. Use approved (Red) gasoline container.
To add fuel to Fuel Tank:
1.Put unit in open or
2.Stop engine and allow to cool.
3.Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent dust, dirt and debris from entering Fuel Tank.
4.Remove Cap.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline containing alcohol because alcohol will cause internal parts to deteriorate. See Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel.
5.Fill fuel tank. (See Specifications for tank capacity.)
6.Replace Fuel Cap and tighten.
7.ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.
TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY
To stop in an emergency, release control bail. When all moving parts have stopped, push throttle control lever to stop.
TO START AND SHUT OFF ENGINE
1.Check engine oil level. See Engine Manual.
2.Check fuel level.
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