SAlign one cable clamp above the tube bolts and the other below the starter rope handle. Install the cable clamps one at a time around the tube and throttle cable.
NOTE: Ensure throttle cable is in groove of clamps and lies flat against the upper handle tube after installation (see illustration above).
RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE
SMove choke lever to HALF CHOKE posi- tion.
SPull starter rope handle until engine runs. S If engine does not start in 5 pulls, follow in- structions in STARTING A COLD ENGINE.
This engine is certified to operate on un- leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
3.2ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on the container. Always read and follow the safety rules under FUEL SAFETY.
ON/STOP Choke Lever
Switch
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HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
Move the stop switch to the STOP or OFF position until the unit has fully stopped.
WARNING: The trimmer head will turn while starting the engine. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
STARTING A COLD ENGINE OR A WARM ENGINE AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
SMove the switch to the ON position. S Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
S Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE posi- tion.
S Squeeze and hold throttle trigger through all remaining steps..
S Pull starter rope handle sharply 6 times. S Move the choke lever to HALF CHOKE
position.
S Pull the starter rope handle no more than 6 pulls, until engine runs.
S Allow the engine to run 10 seconds, then move choke lever to OFF CHOKE position.
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NOTE: Keep left and right hands on grips during operation of unit as shown above to avoid covering air intake holes located on un- derside of upper handle.
CLEAN THE AIR INTAKE SCREEN
The air intake screen allows air to circulate to keep the engine functioning properly and pre- vents debris from entering the engine.
Air intake screen
WARNING: Stop your unit before at- tempting to clean the intake screen. DO NOT USE GARDEN HOSE OR PRESSURE WASHER TO CLEAN THIS UNIT!
SClean the intake screen periodically with a nylon brush.
CLEAN THE AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perfor- mance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean with engine stopped. Clean filter after every 5 hours of op- eration.
S Clean the air filter cover and the area around the cover to prevent dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.
SRemove parts as illustrated. It is not neces- sary to remove the air filter hose from the air filter cover.
NOTE: If the air filter hose becomes unat- tached from the cover or lower handle during cleaning, reattach before attempting to restart the engine or operate the unit.
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