REPLACING THE LINE
1.Press the tab on the side of the trimmer head and twist the lock ring.
2.Remove the lock ring and tap button.
Tab
Lock Ring
Tap Button
3.Pull the spool out of the trimmer head. Remove any remaining line.
4.Clean dirt and debris from all parts. Re- place spool if it is worn or damaged.
5.Replace with a
6.When installing new line on an existing spool, insert 1/16 inch of the end of each line into the anchoring holes in the bed of the spool.
Anchoring
Holes
Arrow
7.With your finger between the lines, wrap the lines evenly and and firmly around the spool in the direction of the arrow on the spool.
8.Position the lines in the guide slots.
Guide
Slots
9.Insert the ends of the lines through exit holes in the sides of the trimmer head.
10.Place the spool in the trimmer head.
11.Make sure the lines are not caught between the rim of the spool and the wall of the trim- mer head.
12.Reinstall the tap button and lock ring onto the trimmer head.
13.Align the lock ring over the catches on the trimmer head. Push the ring down and turn until the catches lock into place.
Catch
Catch
Lock
Tab
Catch
14.Make sure the lock ring is securely fas- tened by pulling on it and twisting in both di- rections.
WARNING: All catches must be fas- tened and the lock tab latched in the lock ring. If installed incorrectly, the lock ring can fly off and become a dangerous missile.
15. Pull line extending from trimmer head.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re- placement instructions and illustrations.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an authorized service dealer. Damage will occur if you turn the needles beyond the limiter stops.
WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:
SAllow engine to cool before storing or trans-
porting.
SStore unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
SStore unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
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