KNOW YOUR UNIT
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION

APPLICATIONS

As a trimmer:

Muffler

Spark Plug

5.Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall the oil fill plug.

•Cutting grass and light weeds.

•Edging

•Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.

Other optional accessories may be used.

D-Handle

Starter Rope

Grip

On/Off Stop

Control

 

Fuel Cap

Oil Fill Plug

Shaft Grip

Choke Lever

 

 

Primer Bulb

Throttle

Control

EZ-Link™

Air Filter Cover

Check oil before each use and change as needed. Refer to Checking the Oil Level.

RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE

Old fuel is the primary reason for improper unit performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.

NOTE: This is a four cycle engine. In order to avoid damage

to the unit, do not mix oil with gasoline.

Definition of Blended Fuels

Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether). Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs water. As little as 1% water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate or form acids when stored. Use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old), when using alcohol-blended fuel.

Using Blended Fuels

If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable, follow recommended precautions:

•Always use fresh unleaded gasoline

•Use the fuel additive STA-BIL® or an equivalent

•Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit

Using Fuel Additives

Fig. 5

Oil Fill Plug

O-Ring

Oil Fill Hole

Fig. 6

Line Cutting

Blade

WARNING: Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

Gear Box

Cutting Head Shield

WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the

Cutting Head

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.

The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent, will inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel additive can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in the carburetor for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8 oz. (23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according

INSTALL CUTTING ATTACHMENT SHIELD

WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate the trimmer without the cutting attachment shield in place.

Use the following instructions if the cutting attachment shield on your unit is not installed. Use only the instructions that apply to the type of shaft and shield that your unit is equipped with.

INSTALLING THE CUTTING HEAD SHIELD

1.Place the cutting attachment shield onto the shaft housing above the clamp assembly (Fig. 1).

2.Push the cutting attachment shield down to the top of the cutting attachment assembly and then rotate the cutting attachment shield until the screw holes align and the guard fits into the recessed pocket (Fig. 2).

3.Install the screws with a Phillips screwdriver (Fig. 2).

ADJUSTING THE D-HANDLE

1.Loosen the clamp screw on the handle just enough to move it (Fig. 3).

2.While holding the unit in the operating position (Fig. 14), move the D-handle to the location that provides you the best grip .

Shaft Housing

Clamp

Recessed

Pocket

Cutting Head

Shield

Fig. 1

Screws (4)

Fig. 2

D-Handle

to the instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's gas tank.

FUELING THE UNIT

Gas Can Spout

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.

1.

Remove the fuel cap (Fig. 7).

 

 

2.

Place the gas container’s spout into the fill hole on the fuel

 

 

 

tank (Fig. 7) and fill the tank.

 

 

NOTE:

Do not overfill the tank.

Fuel Tank

Fuel Cap

3.

Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.

 

Fig. 7

4.Reinstall the fuel cap.

5.Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine.

NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations.

STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area.

3. Tighten the clamp screw, until the D-handle is secure. (Fig. 3)

6 in. (15.24 cm)

WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 10). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting.

Make sure that any Add-On item is installed correctly and secure before starting the unit.

Minimum

Screw

Fig. 3

OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION

WARNING: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Check and maintain the proper oil level in the crank case; it is important and cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil before each use and change it as needed. See Changing the Oil.

RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE

Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. Check the oil before each use and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, can

cause premature engine wear and failure.

Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.

ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE: INITIAL USE

NOTE: This unit is shipped without oil. In order to avoid damage to the unit, put oil in the crankcase before you attempt to start the unit.

Your unit is supplied with one 3.04 fluid oz. (90 ml.) bottle of SAE

30 SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 4).

Funnel

 

 

 

Spout

 

 

NOTE:

Save the bottle of oil. It can be used to measure the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

correct amount during future oil changes. See

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Changing the Oil.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the paper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

seal covering the opening. Replace the top. Next, cut the

 

 

Fig. 4

 

 

 

 

 

 

tip off the funnel spout (Fig. 4).

 

 

 

 

 

 

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

1.Check the oil level in the crankcase. Refer to Checking the Oil Level.

2.Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. Refer to Fueling the Unit.

NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/Off Stop Control is in the ON ( I ) position at all times (Fig. 8).

3. Fully press and release the primer bulb 10 times, slowly. Some amount of fuel should be visible in the primer bulb and fuel lines (Fig. 9). If you can’t see fuel in the bulb, press and release the bulb as many times as it takes before you can see fuel in it.

4.Place the choke lever in Position 1 (Fig. 9).

5.Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 10). Squeeze the throttle control lever. Pull the starter rope 5 times.

6.Place the choke lever in Position 2 (Fig. 9).

7.While squeezing the throttle control , pull the starter rope briskly 1 to 4 times to start the engine.

8.Keep the throttle squeezed and allow the engine to warm up for 30 to 60 seconds.

9.Place the choke lever in Position 3 (Fig. 9). The unit is ready for use.

IF... The engine does not start, go back to step 3.

IF... The engine fails to start after a few attempts, place the choke lever in Position 3 and squeeze the throttle control. Pull the starter rope briskly 3 to 8 times. The engine should start. If not, repeat.

OFF (O)

ON (I)

Throttle

Control

 

 

 

Fig. 8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Choke Lever

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Primer Bulb

Position 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fig. 9

Starting Position

Starter

Rope

2.Tip unit so that the back of the engine is facing up in a vertical position.

3.Remove the oil fill plug from the crankcase (Fig. 6).

4.Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 5).

NOTE: Never add oil to the fuel or fuel tank.

STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Release your hand from the throttle control. Allow

Throttle

Control

 

the engine to cool down by idling.

 

Fig. 10

2.

Press and hold the On/Off Stop Control switch in the

 

OFF (O) position until the unit comes to a complete stop (Fig. 8).

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