Weed Eater 952711866 Maintenance, Service And Adjustments, Before Each Use, After Each Use

Scalping

MOWING

Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and dam- age the tool.

Mowing

SWEEPING

The fanning action of the rotating line can be used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above the surfaces being swept and move the tool from side to side.

Sweeping

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

SLocking Sleeve Assembly 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

SRemove line guide ring and spool.

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

Cap

Line guide ring

Spool

type of maintenance.

SHold spool and unscrew cap by turning in the direction shown on top of the cap.

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

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