SECTION 3: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

On some units, the J-handle may be pre-installed. In this case you must loosen screws and adjust the handle to fit the operator. Go to step 4 if the J-handle is pre-installed.

Install and Adjust the D-handle

1.Remove the screws and bottom clamp piece that were installed on the D-handle for shipping.

2.Place D-handle the over the shaft housing and onto the bottom clamp. See Figure 1. Place it a minimum of 6 inches (15.24 cm) from the end of the shaft grip.

3.Start screws with a large Flat-head or T-25 Torx screwdriver. Do not tighten until you make the handle adjustment.

4.If it was pre-installed, loosen the screws on the D-handle just enough to move the D-handle.

Shaft Grip

(4) Screws

Shaft

Housing

On/Off Stop Control

Minimum 6 inches

(15.24 cm)

D-Handle

Bottom Clamp

Figure 1

5.While holding the unit in the operating position, position the D-handle to the location that provides you the best grip. See Figure 2.

6.Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the D-handle is secure.

Figure 2

Installing the Cutting Attachment Shield

Use the following instructions if the cutting attachment shield on your unit is not installed or if you ever need to re-install it.

WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate the trimmer without the cutting attachment shield in place.

1.Place the cutting attachment shield onto the shaft housing above the clamp assembly. See Figure 3.

2.Push the cutting attachment shield down to the top of the cutting attachment assembly and then rotate the cutting attachment shield until the screw holes align and the guard fits into the recessed pocket. See Figure 4.

3.Install the four (4) screws with a Phillips screwdriver. See Figure 5.

Clamp

Shaft Housing

Assembly

 

Cutting

Attachment

Assembly

Figure 3

Recessed

Pocket

Cutting Attachment

Shield

Figure 4

(4) Screws

Figure 5

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