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STurn idle speed screw counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed if trimmer head or
any optional attachment movesor spins at
idle.
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed
after each adjustment. The trimmer head or
any optional attachment must not move or
spinat idle speed t oavoid serious injury to the
operator or others. Idle Speed
Screw
Air Filter
Cover
Ifyou require further assis tance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact an
authorized service dealer or c all
1--800--554--6723.
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
SAllow engine to cool before stori ng or trans-
porting.
SStore unit and f uel 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.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
SClean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
SStore in a clean dry area.
SLightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TIONsection of this manual , see message la-
beledIMPORTANT regardingt he use ofga-
sohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuelgum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline
in the fuel tank or fuel st orage container. Fol-
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer.

ENGINE

SRemove spark plug and pour1 teaspoon of
40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
SReplace spark plug with newone of recom-
mended type and heat range.
SClean air filter.
SCheck entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
SAt the beginning of the next season, use
onlyf reshfuel havi ng theproper gasoline to
oil ratio.

OTHER

SDo not store gasoline from one season to
another.
SReplace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.