retor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
SStore unit and fuel in an area where fuel va- pors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore unit so line limiter cannot accidentally
cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.
SStore the unit out of the reach of children
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the re- quirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore- gon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines to be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for installing and maintain- ing the operating condition of these parts. Fail- ure to do so is a violation of the law. If a spark arrestor is required in your area, contact your Authorized Service Dealer for the proper kit.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnor- mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An
ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
WARNING: The shield helps to protect the operator and others from thrown objects, and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts ex- cess line. This blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.
SRemove wing nut from shield.
SInsert bracket into slot as shown.
SPivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket.
SSecurely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
| Slot |
Shield |
|
| Bracket |
Line Limiter Blade | Wing |
Nut |
FUELING ENGINE
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
FUEL SAFETY.
OPERATION
For occasional use only.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
Push and hold engine stop switch in the STOP or OFF position until the unit has fully stopped. WARNING: The trimmer head will turn
while starting the engine. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
WARNING: The trimmer head will turn while starting the engine. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
Starting Position
Knob
Trigger
Primer Bulb
3