McCulloch MC125, 966625001 Assembly, Installing Trimmer ATTACH- Ment, Attaching the Shield

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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.

INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACH- MENT

CAUTION: When installing trimmer attach- ment, place the unit on a flat surface for stabil- ity.

1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

Shipping

protectorLOOSEN

Knob

TIGHTEN

2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.

Locking/Release

Button in Primary Hole

For assembly of optional attachments (see list on page 11), refer to the ASSEMBLY sec- tion of the applicable attachment instruction manual.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

WARNING: The shield must be prop- erly installed. The shield provides partial protec- tion from the risk of thrown objects to the opera- tor and others and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION section.

1.Remove wing nut from shield.

2.Insert bracket into slot as shown.

3.Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket.

4.Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

3.

Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer at-

 

tachment (if present).

4.

Position locking/release button of attach-

 

ment into guide recess of coupler.

5.

Push the attachment into the coupler until

 

the locking/release button snaps into the

 

primary hole.

6.

Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-

 

curely by turning clockwise.

Bracket

Slot

Wing Nut

Coupler Primary Hole Guide Recess

Shield

Gearbox

Locking/

Upper Release Attachment

Shaft Button

WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op- erating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment instruction manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri- ous injury or damage to the unit.

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

WARNING: When adjusting the han- dle, be sure it remains above the safety label and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.

1.Loosen wing nut on handle.

2.Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up- right position; retighten wing nut.

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Contents English Español Français Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’InstructionsHazard zone for thrown objects Identification of Safety SymbolsIdentification of Safety Symbols Safety Rules Operator SafetyOptional Attachments Fuel Safety Unit / Maintenance SafetyLine Trimmer Safety Additional Safety RulesBLOWER/VACUUM Safety Edger SafetyBrushcutter Safety HandlebarCultivator Safety Hedge Trimmer SafetyPole Pruner Safety High speed causing injury Snow Thrower SafetyKnow how to stop quickly Keep the rotor clear of debrisInstalling Trimmer ATTACH- Ment AssemblyAdjusting the Handle Attaching the ShieldOperation HOW to Start Your Unit HOW to Stop Your UnitStarting a Cold Engine Starting a Warm EngineRemoving Trimmer ATTACH- Ment or Other Optional Attachments Installing Optional ATTACH- MentsOperating Position Remove the shaft cap from the attach- ment if presentTip of the line Cutting MethodsDoes the cutting Work area Inches 8 cm above groundMaintenance Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment Service and AdjustmentsReplacing the Line Replacing the Cutting HeadFuel System Seasonal StorageEngine OtherTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Harris Corners Limited WarrantyCanada, contact Ligations The U.S. EnvironmentalIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours

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