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Page 2 - IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

2 IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?) Fuel Cap Primer Bulb Assist Handle Starter Handle Throttle Trigger Choke Lever Shield Trimmer Head Shaft Muffler ON/OFF Switch Coupler Fuel tank Manual Wrench Assist handle adjustment Throttle Lock-- out IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS A. WARNING! This trimmer can be dange...

Page 3 - SAFETY RULES; OPERATOR SAFETY

3 SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should al- ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warn- ings on unit a...

Page 4 - ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES; FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS

4 S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contact- ing any object. S Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. S Use only recommended McCulloch ® ac- cessories and replacement parts. S Have all maintenance and service not ex- plained in this manual perf...

Page 6 - HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY; HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE; POLE PRUNER SAFETY

6 S Disconnect attachment from the drive en- gine before cleaning the tines with a hose and water to remove any build--up. Oil the tines to prevent rust. S Always wear gloves when servicing or cleaning the tines. The tines become very sharp from use. S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti- vat...

Page 7 - ASSEMBLY; INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT

7 WARNING: Never lean over dis- charge chute. Rocks or debris could be thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri- ous injury or blindness. WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used. Remove objects that could be thrown or damage the unit. Some objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- b...

Page 8 - OPERATION

8 ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING: The shield must be prop- erly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter which cuts excess line. The line limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you. 1...

Page 9 - STARTING A WARM ENGINE

9 Muffler Choke Lever Starter Handle Primer Bulb Throttle Trigger Throttle Lock--out NOTE: The throttle lock--out must be engaged to allow operation of the throttle trigger. The lock--out is engaged with the palm of your hand as you grip the throttle handle. 1. Set unit on a flat surface. 2. Move ON...

Page 11 - MAINTENANCE

11 Tip of the Line Does The Cutting Right Wrong Line Crowded Into Work Area S The line will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls, fences, trees and flower beds, but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences. S For trimming or scalping, use less than full throttle ...

Page 12 - REPLACE SPARK PLUG; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; REPLACING THE LINE

12 3. Wash the filter in soap and water. 4. Allow filter to dry. 5. Replace parts. Air Filter Air Filter Cover Button REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0,6 mm. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.1. Tw...

Page 13 - STORAGE; SEASONAL STORAGE

13 STORAGE WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting. S Store 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. S Empty fuel t...

Page 14 - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

14 TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start. 1. ON/OFF switch in OFF position. 2. Engine flooded. 3. Fuel tank empty. 4. Spark plug not firing. 5. Fuel not reaching carburetor. 6. Carburetor requires adjustment. 1. Move ON/OFF switch to ON position. 2. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in Operation ...