1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.
Coupler
Shipph_g protector
Knob
TIGHTEN
2.Remove shipping protector from coupler.
3.Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer attachment (if present).
4.Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of coupler.
5.Push the attachment into the cou-
pler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.
6.Before using the unit, tighten the
knob securely by turning clock- wise.
Coupler Primary Hole
Guide Recess
Upper Locking/ Attachment
Release
Shaft
Button
mlWARNING: | Make sure the lock- |
ing/release button is locked in the pri- mary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment op- erator's manual. Using the wrong hole
could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.
Secondary Hote
Locking/Release
Button in Primary Hole
For optional attachments, see the AS- SEMBLY section of the applicable at- tachment operator's manual.
ATTACHING SHIELD
,_&WARNING: The shield must be
properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on under- side of shield) is sharp and can cut you. For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OP- ERATION 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.
Wing Nut
Bracket_/
Slot
I
Gearbox
Shield
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
_'WARNING: When adjusting tile assist handle, 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 upright position; retighten wing nut.
