When the spool is positioned in the string
head, grasp the strings and pull sharply to re-
lease them from the slots in the spool.
6. Push down and turn the spool counterclock-
wise until it no longer turns. Hold the spool
down and rotate clockwise a small amount.
Release the spool. The spool should be locked
down in the string head. If not, hold down and
rotate until locked.
7. Make sure the string head and the spool re-
tainer are installed on the drive shaft by turn-
ing the retainer clockwise to tighten.
8. Pull the strings again to rotate the spool into
cutting position. Push the spool retainer down
while pulling on string(s) to manually advance
the string and to check for proper assembly of
the string head.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type
and amount of oil used, and/or your operat-
ing conditions, the exhaust port and muffler
may become blocked with carbon deposits. If
you notice a power loss with your gas powered
tool, a qualified service technician will need to
remove these deposits to restore performance.
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug must be cleaned or replaced
every 25 hours or yearly to ensure proper per-
formance of your product.
Cleaning Instructions:
• Disconnect the spark plug from the unit.
1. Spray the spark plug with a quality carbon
cleaner.
2. Gently clean using a wire brush.
3. Install the new or cleaned spark plug and re-
assemble completely before use.
NOTE: Before installing, verify that spark plug
gap is at least 025" (0,635mm). You must tight-
en to 105 to 130 inch pounds (12 to 15 N.m)
torque.
REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER
For proper performance and long life, keep air
filter clean.
1. Remove the air filter cover by pushing down
on the latch with your thumb while gently
pulling on the cover.
2. Remove the filter, clean it in warm soapy
water. Rinse and let dry completely. For best
performance, replace annually.
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3. Install the filter, align tabs, push in, and
make sure the latches are locked into place.
STORAGE
STORAGE (LESS THAN 1 MONTH)
1. Clean all foreign material from the trimmer.
Store it in a well-ventilated area that is inac-
cessible to children. Keep away from corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing
salts.
2. Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the
safe storage and handling of gasoline. Excess
fuel should be used up in other 2-cycle engine
powered equipment.
STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER)
1. Drain all fuel from tank into a container ap-
proved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
2. Clean all foreign material from the trimmer.
Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inac-
cessible to children. Keep away from corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing
salts.
3. Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the
safe storage and handling of gasoline. Excess
fuel should be used up in other 2-cycle engine
powered equipment.
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE WILL NOT START
No spark. Check spark. Remove spark plug. Re-
attach the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on
metal cylinder. Pull the starter rope and watch
for spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark,
repeat test with a new spark plug.
No fuel. Push primer bulb until bulb is full of
fuel. If bulb does not fill, primary fuel delivery
system is blocked. Contact a service dealer. If
primer bulb fills, engine may be flooded (see
next item).
Flooded engine. Remove spark plug, turn trim-
mer so spark plug hole is aimed at the ground.
Move choke lever to "RUN" and pull starter
cord 10 to 15 times. This will clear excess fuel
from engine. Clean and reinstall spark plug.
Pull starter three times with choke lever at
"RUN". If engine does not start, move choke
lever to "CHOKE" and repeat normal starting
procedure. If engine still fails to start, repeat
procedure with a new spark plug.
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