ADD GASOLINE
•Fill fuel tank to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh,
clean, regular unleadedgasoline with a
minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti- ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
_IL CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.
J:IkCAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Empty
the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional
information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Gasoline filler | ine |
cap | oil cap |
| Primer |
TO STOP ENGINE
•To stop engine, move throttle control
lever to STOP position.
TO START ENGINE
1.To start a cold engine, push primer three
(3)times before trying to start. Use a
firm push. This step is not usually neces- sary when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes.
2.Move throttle control lever to FAST position.
3.Hold upper handle firmly and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat priming steps. In warmer weather overpriming may cause flooding and engine will not start. If you do flood engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps.
Starter handle
TRIMMING TIPS
•Set the throttle control in the FAST posi- tion. If the weeds or grass are tall and thick, operate the trimmer at a slower walking speed.
•Frequently clean the underside of the trimmer to remove any grass build up. Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff.
This will help engine air flow and extend engine life.
•For best results and longer lasting line, use the ends of the line to do the cutting. This is easily done by moving slowly through very thick and heavy weeds.
•Use the left side of trimmer when trim- ming along fences, walls, flowerbeds and other such objects.
•If trimmer lines become too short, it will take longer to complete the job. If trim- mer lines are worn to less than half their original length, they should be replaced. See "TO REPLACE TRIMMER LINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
•Trimmer head contact with concrete, as- phalt or other hard surfaces may cause premature wear of the ball on bottom of trimmer head.
