MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL

1.Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump knob clockwise (Fig. 12). Inspect the bolt inside the bump knob to make sure it moves freely. Replace the bump knob if damaged.

2.Remove the old inner reel from the outer spool (Fig. 12).

3.Remove the spring from the old inner reel (Fig. 12).

4.Place the spring in the new inner reel.

NOTE: The spring must be assembled on the inner reel before reassembling the cutting attachment.

5.Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool (Fig. 19).

6.Place the new inner reel inside the outer spool. Push the inner reel and outer spool together. While holding the inner reel and outer spool, grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the spool.

7.Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob by turning counterclockwise. Tighten securely.

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the Air Filter

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always turn your unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it.

Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter properly can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to your engine.

1.Remove the carburetor/air filter cover by pushing on the tab on top of the cover (Fig. 20).

2.Remove the air filter (Fig. 21).

3.Wash the filter in detergent and water. Rinse the filter thoroughly and allow it to dry.

4.Apply enough clean SAE 30 motor oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig. 22).

5.Squeeze the filter to spread and remove excess oil (Fig. 22).

6.Reinstall the filter (Fig. 21) and air filter cover.

NOTE: Operating the unit without the air filter and air filter/muffler cover assembly will VOID the warranty.

Tab

Air Filter

Cover

Fig. 20

Tab

Air Filter

Fig. 21

Fig. 22

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