Page 2 - IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
2 IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS WARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious injury. Trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or injured. Always wear hearing protection and safety glasses marked Z87. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeve...
Page 3 - OPERATOR SAFETY
3 IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS When servicing unit, use only identical replace- ment parts. Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before cleaning or servicing. WARNING: Fire hazard. Never mix, pour, or store gasoline or u...
Page 5 - ASSEMBLY; SHAFT ASSEMBLY
5 parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any ser- vice. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your au- thorized service dealer. ASSEMBLY WARNING: If received assem...
Page 6 - OPERATION; HELPFUL TIP
6 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER 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 Assist Handle ...
Page 7 - STARTING POSITION
7 CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in your unit. This will cause permanent engine damage and void the limited warranty. FUEL REQUIREMENTS This engine requires the use of minimum 87 octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline. IMPORTANT Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)...
Page 8 - STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE; OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; It is recommended that the engine not be; OPERATING POSITION; ALWAYS; TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE; Right
8 STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the choke lever in the RUN position; then, pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel. This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, ref...
Page 9 - MAINTENANCE
9 Trimming 3 inches (8 cm) above ground SCALPING -- The scalping technique re- moves unwanted vegetationdown to the ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. ...
Page 10 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Only tighten
10 MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST- ING SCREEN WARNING: The muffler on this prod- uct contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen. For normal homeowner use, however, the muffler and spark arres...
Page 11 - STORAGE; SEASONAL STORAGE; ENGINE
11 Air Filter Cover Idle Speed Screw If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure, contact an authorized service dealer or call 1--800--554--6723. STORAGE WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit before storin...