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equipped witha spark arresting screen. If you
operatei n a locale where such regulations ex -
ist, you are legally responsible f ormaintai ning
theoperati ng condition ofthese parts. Failure
to do so is a violation ofthe law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen will not require any service.
After 50 hours of use, we recommend that
your muffler be serviced or replaced byyour
authorized service dealer.
WARNING: Themuffler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
ASSEMBLYCARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the following
list:
SBrushcutter
SHandlebar screws (2)
SBlade shield screws (4)
SCupped washer
SLarge nut for installing blade
SLong hex wrench
SShort hex wrench
SBracket cover
SMetal shield
SPlastic shield
SShoulder strap with warning
S4--point weed blade
STrimmer head (assembled on unit)
SHandlebar
SWing nut (screwed onto shield)
SContainer of oil
WARNING: Alwaysstop unit and di s-
connect spark plug before performing any as -
sembly procedures.
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit isproperly
assembled and all fasteners are s ecure.
Examine parts for damage. Donot use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter t o rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue onmuffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer.
TOOLS REQUIRED
S2 Hex wrenches (provided)
SAdjustable wrench or large pliers
SPhillips screwdriver
ATTACHINGTHE HANDLEBAR
WARNING: Duringblade usage,the
barrier portion of the handlebar must be
installed as shown to provide a barrier be-
tween operator and the spinning blade.
1. Locate the decal on the handlebar. This
decal includes two arrows. Position the
handlebar with the mounting bracketbe-
tween these arrows.
2. Position the bracket cover over t he han-
dlebar. Again make sure the handlebar is
between the arrows.
3. Insert screws and hand tighten only. Be
sure the handlebar is installed correct ly;
then, tighten each s crew securely with
the short hex wrench.
Bracket Cover
Screw
Mounting
Bracket
Handlebar
ASSEMBLYOF SHOULDER STRAP
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap
and handlebar adjustments are requiredbefore
starting the engine.
1. Try on shoulder strapand adjustfor fit and
balancebefore starting the engine or begin-
ning a cutting operation.
2. Insert your right arm and head through
the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on
your left shoulder. Make sure the danger
signis on your back and the hook is to the
right side of your waist.
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoulder
strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoul-
der.
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook tobe
about 6 inches below the waist .
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located
betweenthe t riggerhandle and the handle -
barclamp base and lift the tool to the oper-
ating position.
CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT
You can configure your unit using a cutting
head for grass and light weeds, or a weed
blade for cutting grass, weeds, and brush up
to1/2 i nch in diameter. Toassemble yourunit,
goto the section for the desired configurati on
and follow the instructions.
ASSEMBLYINFORMATION --
TRIMMER HEAD
TRIMMER
HEAD