Page 3 - IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
3 IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow. When servicing unit, use only identical replacement parts. Never allow children to operate this unit. Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before clean- ing or servicing. Store unit indoors in a high, dry p...
Page 4 - OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS; SAFETY RULES; OPERATOR SAFETY
4 OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS Cutting attachment / guard, Powerhead model Attachments Type part. no. Trimmer head WE fixed line 545053902 / 530071919 Grass blade/grass cutter 4-point blade, 530055892 / 530071383 8 ″ (20 cm) diameter Brushcutter attachment PP4000C 952711610 Attachments Type Part. no. Edger ...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; CARTON CONTENTS
6 SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the require- ments 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 tha...
Page 7 - CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT
7 For assembly of optional attachments (see list on page 11), refer to the ASSEMBLY sec- tion of the applicable attachment instruction manual. ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR DANGER: To avoid serious injury, the barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed as shown to provide a barrier between operato...
Page 10 - OPERATION; HELPFUL TIP
10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR UNIT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Line Limiter Blade Handlebar ON/STO...
Page 12 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
12 3. While securely holding the engine and upper shaft, pull the attachment straight out of the coupler. INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH- MENTS 1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach- ment (if present). 2. Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of coupler. 3. Push the attachm...
Page 14 - ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES; FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS; EDGER SAFETY
14 adjusted shoulder strap will support the weight of the unit, freeing your arms and hands to control and guide the cutting motion. S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and balance. S Keep blade below waist ...
Page 16 - SNOW THROWER SAFETY
16 WARNING: Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head protec- tion when operating this unit with a pole prun- er attachment. WARNING: To prevent serious injury, do not use more than one boom extension with a pole pruner attachment. WARNING: Keep the pruner away from power lines or elec...
Page 17 - MAINTENANCE
17 MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. HELPFUL TIP IMPORTANT: Have all repairs other than the rec- ommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer. If any dealer other than ...
Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; REPLACING THE LINE
18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE For unit to operate properly, the cutting line should be replaced when line becomes worn to less than 3 inches (7.5 cm) in length from the edge of the line exit tunnels on each side of the cutting head. 1. Remove and discard worn line before installing n...
Page 19 - STORAGE; SEASONAL STORAGE; ENGINE
19 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 Store unit w...