SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1.Press the tabs on the side of the trimmer head and remove cover and spool.
Cover
Tab
Tap Button
2.Remove any remaining line.
3.Clean dirt and debris from all parts. Re- place spool if it is worn or damaged.
4.Replace with a
5.When installing new line on an existing spool, hold the spool as shown in the il- lustration below.
6.Bend the line at the midpoint and insert the bend into the slot in the center rim of the spool. Ensure line snaps into position in the slot.
Slot
Spool
7.With your finger between the lines, wrap the lines evenly and firmly around the spool in a clockwise direction.
8.Position the lines in the guide slots.
Guide Slot
Guide
Slot
9.Insert the ends of the lines through exit holes in the sides of the cover.
10.Place the spool in the cover.
Spool
Cover
11.Make sure the lines are not caught be- tween the rim of the spool and the wall of the cover.
12.Reinstall the spool and cover onto the trimmer head. Push until cover snaps into place.
REPLACING THE TRIMMER HEAD
1.Hold the dust cup with a wrench to keep the shaft from turning while removing and installing trimmer head.
Dust Cup
2.Remove trimmer head by turning counter- clockwise (looking from bottom of unit).
3.Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by turning clockwise. Only tighten hand tight!
CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer head or any optional attachment will be spin- ning during most of this procedure. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. After making adjustments, the trimmer head or any optional attachment must not move/spin at idle speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions:
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is released.
S The trimmer head or any optional attachment moves/spins at idle.
Make adjustments with the unit supported so the cutting attachment is off the ground and will not make contact with any object. Hold the unit by hand while running and making ad- justments. Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachment and muffler.
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