1.Cut a length of 30 feet of 0.080! (2 mm) diameter round Weed Eater∀ brand line.
Feed line in direction shown on spool.
Spool
2.Insert one end of line into center cavity of empty spool. Ensure line will feed into spool in the direction shown on the spool (counterclockwise).
3.Continue feeding line into spool, leaving 4
INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE
1.Install replacement spool.
2.Thread line through line guide ring.
Line through guide ring
Slot
protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. After making adjustments, the trimmer head or any optional attachment must not move/spin at idle speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions:
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is released.
S The trimmer head or any optional attachment moves/spins at idle.
Make adjustments with the unit supported so the cutting attachment is off the ground and will not make contact with any object. Hold the unit by hand while running and making ad- justments. Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachment and muffler.
Idle Speed Adjustment
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine runs without trimmer head or any optional at- tachment moving or spinning (idle too fast) or engine stalling (idle speed too slow).
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase engine speed if engine stalls or dies.
STurn idle speed screw counterclockwise to decrease engine speed if trimmer head or any optional attachment moves or spins at idle.
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed after each adjustment. The trimmer head or any optional attachment must not move or spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to the operator or others.
Replacement Spool
3.Rest guide ring on spool and place line through slot. Allow line to extend 4
4.Ensure line remains in slot while screw- ing cap on to the shaft. Only tighten cap hand tight!
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer head or any optional attachment will be spin- ning during most of this procedure. Wear your
Air Filter
Cover
Idle Speed
Screw
If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure, contact an authorized service dealer or call
WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:
SAllow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting.
SStore unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci- dentally cause injury.
SStore unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time: S Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
SStore in a clean dry area.
SLightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA- TION section of this manual, see message la- beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga- sohol in your engine.
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