CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury.
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and sweeping. Do not use for edging, prun- ing or hedge trimming.
SKeep firm footing and balance. Do not over- reach.
SKeep all parts of your body away from muf- fler and spinning line. Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious
burns.
SCut from your right to your left. Cutting on left side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
SUse only in daylight or good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty fuel tank before storing or transport- ing the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops.
SStore unit and fuel in an area where fuel va- pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore unit so line limiter cannot accidentally
cause injury. Unit can be hung by the shaft.
SStore the unit out of the reach of children
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow- ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel dam- age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek med- ical attention. An
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Make sure unit is proper- ly assembled and all fasteners are secure. Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- aged parts.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
WARNING: When adjusting the assist handle, be sure it remains above the safety label and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.
1.Loosen wing nut on handle.
2.Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up- right position; retighten wing nut.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
WARNING: The shield must be prop- erly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter which cuts excess line. The line limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.
1.Remove nut from shield.
2.Insert bracket into slot on shield.
3.Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket.
4.Reinstall nut and tighten securely with wrench (provided).
ShieldSlot Bracket
Line Limiter Blade
4
Nut
