ASSEMBLY
NOTE: If the button does not release completely in the positioning hole, the shafts are not locked into place. Slightly rotate from side to side until the button is locked into place.
Tighten the knob securely.
WARNING:
Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal injury.
ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE
See Figure 3.
Remove wing nut, washer, and bolt from the front handle.
Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing in the area indicated by the label.
NOTE: The open side of the handle should face the operator.
Place the bolt through the front handle.
NOTE: The hex bolt head fits inside the hex recess molded into one side of the handle.
Reinstall the washer and wing nut.
Tighten wing nut securely.
REMOVING AN ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD
For removing or changing the attachment:
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Loosen the knob.
Push in the button and twist the shafts to unlock and separate.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with product to make you care- less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Head protection may also be required depending on the type of attachment used and as prescribed in the attach- ment’s Operator’s Manual. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom- mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and ex- plosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property damage, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition sources and open flames, handle outdoors only, do not smoke and wipe up spills immediately.
FUELING AND REFUELING THE POWER HEAD
Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
Loosen fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise. Rest the cap on a clean surface.
Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.
Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten by turning it clockwise. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before starting the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after first use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks. Failure to safely handle fuel could result in serious personal injury.
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