0.6 - 0.7 mm (.024 - .028 in)

Gear housing

Bolt

Idle speed adjustment screw (T)

WARNING DANGER

CUTTING ATTACHMENT MUST NOT TURN OR MOVE WHEN UNIT IS IDLING.

CAUTION

When starting, idling adjustment speed should be adjusted not to rotate the cutting attachment. Correct idle speed is adjusted 2,900 to 3,100 r/min. Or 1/4 turn CCW from the point the cutting attachment stops moving. When there is some trouble with the carburetor, refer to your dealer.

CHECK FUEL SYSTEM

•Check before every use.

•After refuelling make sure fuel does not leak or exude from around fuel pipe, fuel grommet or fuel tank cap.

•In case of fuel leakage or exudation there is a danger of fire. Stop using the machine immediately and request your dealer to inspect or replace.

SPARK PLUG

•Check periodically.

•Standard spark plug gap is 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.024 to 0.028 in).

•Replace if either electrode is worn or if the insulator is fouled by oil or other deposits.

•TORQUE = 15 to 17 N•m (130 to 145 in•lb)

NOTE

Do not over torque.

GEAR HOUSING

•Remove the bolt every 50 hours and check.

•Replenish as necessary, but do not overfill.

-Good quality lithium multi grease is recommendable.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with Emission Regulations, in addition.

1.Before adjusting carburetor clean or replace air filter and muffler, “Spark Arrestor Screen”.

2.Make sure the cutting attachment such as hedge clipper blades or circular saw are properly adjusted. Trimmer line should be extended to cut-off knife.

3.Start engine and run several minutes to bring to operating temperature. Flash choke twice during warm-up to clear any air from the fuel system.

4.Idle Speed Adjustment

•Start engine, turn “idle” speed adjustment screw clockwise (CW) until the cutting attachment begins to turn, then turn screw out counterclockwise (CCW) until attachment stops turning. Turn screw out, CCW, an additional 1/4 turn.

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