MAINTENANCE
To install the spool retainer:
Turn the spool retainer clockwise for Trimlite and Trim ’n Edge.
SPRING 
SPOOL
Turn the spool retainer counterclockwise for Easy Reach.
nPull the strings again to rotate the spool into cutting position. Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string(s) to manually advance the string and to check for proper assembly of the string head.
STRING REPLACEMENT
See Figures 16 - 19.
nStop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer.
To remove the spool retainer:
Turn the spool retainer counterclockwise for Trimlite and Trim ’n Edge.
Turn the spool retainer clockwise for Easy Reach.
nRemove the spool from the string head.
NOTE: Keep the spring attached to the spool. Remove any old string remaining on the spool.
nCut two pieces of string, each being approximately 9 ft. (2.7 m) long. Use only .080 in. (2.0 mm) diameter mono- filament string.
nInsert the first string into the anchor hole in the upper part of the spool. Wind the first string around the upper part of the spool counterclockwise, as shown by the arrows on the spool. Place string in the slot on upper spool flange, leaving about 6 in. (152 mm) extended beyond the slot. Do not overfill. After winding the string, there should be at least 1/4 in. (6 mm) between the wound string and the outside edge of the spool.
nRepeat above step with second string, using the bottom part of spool. Do not overfill.
nReplace the spool and the spool retainer. Refer to “Spool Replacement” earlier in this manual.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER
NOTE: Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to remove these deposits to restore performance. We highly recommended that only qualified service technicians perform this service.
SPARK ARRESTOR
The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor (screen inside the muffler body). Through normal use, the screen can be- come dirty and should be periodically cleaned or replaced by an anthorized service dealer.
ARROWS ON
SPOOL
ANCHOR
HOLE
FIRST STRING | Fig. 16 |
|
FIRST
STRING
SLOT
Fig. 17
SECOND
STRING
| Fig. 18 |
SLOT | ARROWS ON |
| SPOOL |
Fig. 19
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