REPLACING THE LINE
1.Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap button.
2.Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3.Replace with a
WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile.
4.Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1 cm) into the small holes on the inside of spool.
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5.Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows found on the spool.
6.Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3 to 5 inches (7
7.Insert the lines into the the exit holes in the hub as shown in the illustration.
8.Align the notches with the line exit holes.
9.Push spool into hub until it snaps into place.
10.Pull the lines extending outside of the hub to release the lines from the notches.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re- placement instructions and illustrations.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an authorized service dealer. Damage will occur if you turn the needles beyond the limiter stops.
WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:
SAllow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting.
SStore unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
SStore unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time: S Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
SStore in a clean dry area.
SLightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA- TION section of this manual, see message la- beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga- sohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol- low the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.
ENGINE
SRemove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1,
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
SReplace spark plug with new one of recom- mended type and heat range.
SClean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.
OTHER
SDo not store gasoline from one season to another.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
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