McCulloch 281 Maintenance, Check for Loose Fasteners and Parts, Check for Damaged or Worn Parts

Tip of the Line Does The Cutting

Right

Line Crowded Into Work Area

Wrong

ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. This technique increases line wear.

Scalping

S The line will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls, fences, trees and flower beds, but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.

SFor trimming or scalping, use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear, especially:

S During light duty cutting.

S Near objects around which the line can- wrap such as small posts, trees or fence wire.

SFor mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for a good clean job.

TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 80 mm above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make con- tact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.

Trimming

80 mm above ground

SCALPING -- The scalping technique re- moves unwanted vegetation. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 80 mm above the

MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool.

Mowing

SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat- ing line can be used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above the surfaces being swept and move the tool from side to side.

Sweeping

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter

S Housing Screws

S Assist Handle Screw S Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

SON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch functions properly by moving the switch to

the OFF position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue.

SFuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

SDebris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter- gent.

SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

CLEAN AIR FILTER

A dirty air filter decreases engine perform- ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.

1.Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.

2.Remove parts as illustrated.

NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire haz- ard or producing harmful evaporative emis- sions.

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