MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

Loop

Fig. 19

10.Before winding, split the line back about 6 inches.

11.Wind the line in tight even layers in the direction indicated on the inner reel.

NOTE: Failure to wind the line in the direction indicated will cause the cutting attachment to operate incorrectly.

12. Insert the ends of the line into the two holding slots (Fig. 20).

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. 21).

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 clockwise. Tighten securely.

CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL

CAUTION: To prevent extensive engine wear and damage to the unit, always maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase. Never operate the unit with the oil level below the bottom of the dipstick.

The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil before each use:

1.Stop the engine and allow oil to drain into the crankcase.

2.Place the unit on a flat, level surface to get a proper oil level reading (Fig. 2).

3.Keep dirt, grass clippings and other debris out of the engine. Clean the area around the dipstick before removing it.

Holding Slots

Fig. 20

13.Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool and place inner reel with spring inside the outer spool (Fig. 21). 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 reel.

Eyelet

Eyelet

 

 

Spring

4.Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick and wipe off oil. Reinsert it all the way back in.

5.Remove the oil fill plug/ dipstick and check the oil level. Oil should be up to the top of the dipstick (Fig. 22).

6.If the level is low, add a small amount of oil to the oil fill hole and recheck (Fig. 23).

Repeat this procedure until the oil level reaches the top of the dipstick.

NOTE: Do not overfill the unit.

Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick

O-Ring

Full

Add 1.4-

1.5 Oz.

(41-44 ml)

Top of Dipstick

Fig. 22

Oil Fill Plug/

Dipstick

O-Ring

Fig. 21

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

14.Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob by turning clockwise. Tighten securely.

Installing a Prewound Wheel

1.Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump knob counterclockwise. Inspect the bolt inside the bump knob to make sure it moves freely. Replace the bump knob if damaged (Fig. 13).

2.Remove the old inner reel from the outer spool (Fig. 13).

3.Remove the spring from the old inner reel (Fig. 13).

4.Place the spring in the new inner reel.

NOTE: Make sure the O-

Oil Fill Hole

ring is in place on the

 

oil fill plug/dipstick

Fig. 23

when checking and

 

changing the oil (Fig. 23).

 

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