Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; OPERATOR SAFETY
2 SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must al- ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instruc- tions. This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warn- ings on unit a...
Page 3 - ASSEMBLY; ADJUSTING THE HANDLE; PIVOT
3 CUTTING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury. S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and sweepin...
Page 4 - OPERATION; HELPFUL TIP
4 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. Primer Bulb Line Limiter Blade Fu...
Page 6 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; OPERATING POSITION
6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle. OPERATING POSITION Cut from your left to your right. ALWAYS WEAR: Eye protection Long pants Heavy shoes WARNING: Always wear eye protec- tion. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks...
Page 7 - MAINTENANCE
7 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 damage the tool. SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat- ing line ...
Page 8 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; REPLACING THE LINE
8 Air Filter Cover Air Filter Button 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, ho...
Page 9 - STORAGE
9 Screwdriver 3. While holding the screwdriver in position, remove trimmer head by turning clock- wise. 4. Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by turning counterclockwise. Tighten until secure. 5. Remove the screwdriver. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Keep others away when making idle spe...