WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.
SON/OFF Switch
then restart engine and continue.
SFuel Tank
S Debris Shield
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter- gent.
SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform- ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re- lease air filter cover.
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions, do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent.
3.Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.Allow filter to dry.
5.Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
6.Replace parts.
Button AirFilter
Air Filter
Cover
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at
0.025 in. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
1.Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2.Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard.
3.Replace with Champion
4.Reinstall the spark plug boot.
LINE REPLACEMENT
S Replacement spools are
NOTE: Always clear dirt and debris from cutting head components when performing any type of maintenance.
SHold spool and unscrew cap by turning in the direction shown on top of the cap.
SRemove line guide ring and spool. NOTE: When removing and/or installing spool, ensure dust cup remains installed over shaft.
Use a
REFILLING THE SPOOL WITH LINE
WARNING: Use only .080” (2 mm) diameter round line. Other sizes and shapes of line will not advance properly and will result in improper cutting head function or can cause serious injury. Do not use other materials such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during cutting and become a dangerous missile that can cause serious in- jury.
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