Assembly, Cutting Safety, Attach the Handle

SStop engine and allow to cool before remov- ing fuel cap.

S Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.

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 trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury.

S Use unit properly. Use only for trimming, mowing, and sweeping. Do not use for edg- ing, pruning, or hedge trimming. Do not force unit. It will do the job better, and with less risk of injury, at the rate for which it was designed.

SKeep firm footing and balance. Do not over-

reach.

SKeep all parts of your body away from spin- ning line and muffler. Keep engine and cutting head below waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

SCut only from your right to your left. Cutting with the line on right side of the shield will

throw debris away from the operator.

SUse only in daylight or in good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

SStop the unit when not in use.

S Carry or transport the unit with engine stopped.

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 the unit out of the reach of children

WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth de- fects or other reproductive harm.

SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not

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, Ida- ho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many inter- nal combustion engines to be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally re- sponsible for installing and maintaining the oper- ating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. If a spark arrestor is re- quired in your area, contact your authorized ser- vice dealer for the proper kit.

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 abnor- mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage 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 medical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who oper- ate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

ASSEMBLY

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.

ATTACH THE HANDLE

4.Align holes and insert curved head tube bolt through upper and lower handles.

5.Re--install and securely tighten upper wing nut onto bolt.

6.Retighten lower wing nut securely.

Upper handle

Lower handle

1.Remove upper wing nut and curved head tube bolt from upper handle.

2.Loosen lower wing nut on lower handle.

3.Insert upper handle over lower handle.

NOTE: Ensure upper handle grips are in

Upper wing nut

Tube bolt

position as shown in the following illustrations (throttle handle grip on left side).

Lower wing nut

545186748 specifications

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