ASSEMBLY

WARNING: If received assembled, review all assembly steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

ADJUSTING ASSIST HANDLE

1.Loosen and remove wing nut and bolt from assist handle.

2.Place unit on a flat surface.

3.Firmly push the assist handle over the tube. To make installation easier, tilt han- dle toward trigger housing while pushing down (see illustration).

4.Reinstall bolt in handle. Thread wing nut onto bolt.

5.Adjust the handle up or down the tube to a comfortable position; tighten wing nut se- curely.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

WARNING: The shield must be prop- erly installed. The shield provides partial protection to the operator and others from the risk of thrown objects. Your unit is equipped with a line limiter blade, which cuts excess line to the proper length while running. The line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

NOTE: If shield is not properly installed, dam- age to unit (including motor failure) will result.

1.Insert edge guide into two holes in shield. NOTE: Edge guide must be positioned on shield prior to installation on motor housing (see following illustration).

Edge Guide

Front

Locking

Tab

Rear Locking

Tabs

Shield

2.Place shield over cutting head at an angle to the motor housing. Insert front locking tab on shield into opening in front of motor housing.

Shield

Opening for

Front

Locking Tab

Cutting Head

Motor Housing

3. Keep front locking tab in the motor housing.

Cutting Head

Shield

4.Push shield toward motor housing until rear locking tabs snap into rear notches. An audible snap must be heard. Ensure the cutting head remains free to rotate and the line is not caught between the shield and the motor housing.

Shield

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Weed Eater 545117527 instruction manual Assembly, Adjusting Assist Handle, Attaching the Shield, Edge Guide

545117527 specifications

The Weed Eater 545117527 is a powerful and versatile string trimmer that has gained a reputation for its reliability and performance in yard maintenance. Designed for both residential and light commercial use, this trimmer is equipped with a range of features that make it an essential tool for keeping lawns and gardens neat and tidy.

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