5.Install new blade and retaining washer onto the threaded shaft ex- tending from the gearbox (blade must be between the dust cup and the retaining washer), Make sure the raised part of the retaining washer is facing the gearbox, and the raised area fits into the hole in the center of the blade.

Gearbox

Shield

Dust Cu

Threaded Shaft

Blade

Retaining

Washer

Cupped_._,.,--_-->

Washer

_-,_-_Nut

6.Place the cupped washer onto the shaft, Make sure the cupped side of the washer is toward the blade.

7.Install blade nut by threading onto the shaft counterclockwise as you are facing the nut.

NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as illustrated, and the blade is sand-

wiched between the dust cup and the retaining washer. There should be no space between the blade and the dust cup or the retaining washer.

8.Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench while holding screwdriver in position.

9.Remove the screwdriver,

10.Turn blade by hand, If the blade binds against the shield, or ap- pears to be uneven, the blade is

not centered, and you must rein- stall.

_IbWARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:

Allow attachment and gearbox to cool before storing or transporting,

Store attachment with blade shield in place. Position attachment so that

any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

Store the attachment in a dry, well ventilated area out of the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare attachment for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30

days or more.

If your brushcutter attachment is to be stored for a period of time:

Clean the entire attachment,

Inspect the blade shield area and clean any dirt, grass, leaves, or de- bris that has collected. Inspect the

blade and blade shield; replace a blade that is bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any other way.

Lightly oil external metal surfaces,

Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of the blade; wrap it in heavy paper or cloth,

Check entire attachment for loose screws or nuts. Replace any dam- aged, worn or broken parts.

At the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.

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358.792430 specifications

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