8. Operation
OP5
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■STOPPING ENGINE
1.Release the throttle lever and run the engine for a half minute.
2.Shift the ignition switch to the STOP position.
NOTE
•Except for an emergency, avoid stopping the engine while pulling the throttle lever.
■ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED (OP5)
1.When the engine tends stop frequently at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw clockwise.
2.When the cutting head keeps rotating after releasing the trigger, turn the adjusting screw
(1)Idle adjustment screw
(2)Cable adjuster
NOTE
•Warm up the engine before adjusting the idling speed.
■LINE HEAD USAGE
WARNING
1.Always wear eye protection such as safety goggles. Never lean over the rotating cutting head. Rocks or other debris could be thrown into eyes and face and cause serious personal injury.
2.Keep the debris guard attached in place at all times when the unit is operated.
TRIMMING GRASS AND WEEDS
•Always remember that the TIP of the line does cutting. You will achieve better results by not crowding the line into the cutting area. Allow the unit to trim at its own pace.
1.Hold the unit so the head is off the ground and is tilted about 20 degrees toward the sweep direction.
2.Use full throttle when cutting.
