Weed Eater 545117527 Maintenance, Service And Adjustments, Before Each Use, After Each Use

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.

BEFORE EACH USE

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SHousing Screws S Assist Handle S Debris Shield

S Edge Guide

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

STrigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions properly by pressing and releasing the trig-

ger switch. Make sure motor stops.

SDebris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.

AFTER EACH USE

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE- CALS

SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for

loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us- ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING THE LINE

Pre--wound spools offer the most convenient method for replacing line and ensuring opti- mum performance.

SReplacement spools are color--coded to ensure use of the correct spool with your unit. Be sure to use the same color spool as

the existing spool.

NOTE: Always clear dirt and debris from cut- ting head components when performing any type of maintenance.

SHold spool and unscrew cap by turning in

the direction shown on top of the cap.

SRemove line guide ring and spool.

Feed line in direction shown on spool.

Spool

Cap

Line guide ring

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 -- 6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) unwound from center of spool.

INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE

Use a pre--wound spool or refill spool with line. If using a pre--wound spool, remove tape strip from line and spool.

REFILLING THE SPOOL WITH LINE

WARNING: Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter round line. Other sizes and shapes of line will not advance properly and will result in improper cutting head func- tion or can cause serious injury. Do not use other materials such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during cutting and become a dangerous missile that can cause serious injury.

1.Cut a length of 25 feet of 0.065 inch (1.65

mm)diameter round WEED EATER

brand line.

1.Install replacement spool.

2.Thread line through line guide ring.

Line through guide ring

Slot

Replacement Spool

3.Rest guide ring on spool and place line in slot. Allow line to extend 4 -- 6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) from center of spool.

4.Ensure line remains in slot while screwing cap on to the shaft. Only tighten cap hand tight!

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