8.Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes. This will keep the shaft from turn- ing while tightening the blade nut.

Screwdriver

9.TIghten blade nut firmly with a wrench while holding screwdriver in position.

10.Remove the screwdriver.

11.Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds against the shield, or appears to be uneven, the blade is not centered, and you must re- install.

NOTE: To remove blade, insert screwdriver into aligned holes. Unthread the nut and re- move parts. Be sure to store parts and instruc- tions for future use.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR BRUSHWACKER

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Trigger Handle

ON/OFF

 

Switch

 

 

Starter Handle

 

 

Handlebar

 

 

Trimmer head

Shield

ON/OFF SWITCH

The ON/OFF switch is used to stop the engine. To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.

PRIMER BULB

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car- buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form.

Choke

Lever

Muffler

Primer Bulb

CHOKE

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position. After the engine attempts to start, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position. Once engine has started, move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE position.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you be- gin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-554-6723.

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on un- leaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. We recommend Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1 . A 40:1 ratio

is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.

DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on con- tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during stor- age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

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