Section 2: Assembly

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5.Use two cable ties (F, Figure 2-2) to secure the trimmer head control cable (C) and the electrical wiring harness (O) to the handlebar at the locations shown.

STEP 3: ATTACH THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER

1. One end of the Throttle Control Cable (H, Figure 2-3) is attached to the engine. Gently unwind the cable from its shipping position and position the Throttle Control Lever (I) on the outside of the right han- dlebar, next to the throttle control decal.

2.Secure the Throttle Control Lever to the handlebar with a 1/4-20 x 2 hex hd. screw (J, Figure 2-3) and 1/4-20 hex locknut (K).

3.Use a cable tie (L, Figure 2-3) to secure the throttle cable (H) to the han- dlebar at the location shown.

STEP 4: ADD MOTOR OIL

1. The engine is shipped without motor oil which MUST BE ADDED before the engine is started.

2.See the separate Engine Owner’s Manual for filling instructions and for the correct oil specifications. Engine must be level when checking oil level. In ambient temperatures above 400 F, use a high- quality, SAE 30 weight detergent oil clas- sified for Service SF, SG or SH. Use no special additives. Do not mix oil with fuel.

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G

C

O

 

F

B

 

E

D

 

Figure 2-2: Handlebar installation (electric start model shown).

STEP 5: CHECK

TRIMMER HEAD HARDWARE

Check that the two bolts (M, Figure 2-4) on the trimmer head are tightened securely. The trimmer head can be rotated to make access to the hardware easier.

IMPORTANT: The trimmer head hardware is designed to be permanently installed and is not removable. Do not attempt to replace it with non-factory specified hard- ware.

I

J

K

I

H

L

M

M

Figure 2-4: Check trimmer head hard- ware for tightness.

NOTE: The two holes (one is covered with a plastic plug) on the top, front end of the mower deck are access holes that allow certain parts to be serviced.

Figure 2-3: Attach throttle lever to right-side handlebar.

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