ADJUSTING
THE D=HANDLE
Shaft Grip
Shaft Housing
1.
Loosen the bolt on the
handle just enough to move it
(Fig. 1).
2.
While holding the unit in the
operating position (Fig. 9),
move the D-handle to the
location that provides the
best grip.
D-Handle
3.
Tighten the bolt until the D-
handle is secure (Fig. 1).
Minimum 6 in.
(15.24 cm)
Fig. I
OPERATING THE CONVERTIBLE
TM
COUPLER SYSTEM
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ARNING:
Before using any attachment,
read and understand
the manual that came with the attachment.
Follow all safety
information
contained
within.
The Convertible
TM
coupler system enables the use of these optional attachments.
• Edger
Cultivator
Turbo Blower
Brushcutter
Pole Saw
Hedge Trimmer
INSTALLING
THE TRIMMER
ATTACHMENT
OR OTHER ATTACHMENT
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ARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury and damage to the I
unit, shut the unit off before removing or installing attachment.
button
is fully snapped
into the primary hole, and that the knob is
securely tightened.
NOTE:
To make installing or
Primary Hole
removing the attachment
easier, place the unit on _'_'---_-_
_,
_-----_Y--_"
the ground or on a work
bench.
1.
Turn knob counterclockwise
_,,
I_
_
to loosen (Fig. 3).
2.
While firmly holding the
attachment,
push it straight
Upper Shaft
into the Convertible
TM
coupler until the release
button snaps firmly into the
primary hole (Fig. 2).
NOTE:
Aligning the release
button with the guide
recess will help
installation (Fig. 4).
3.
Turn the knob clockwise to
tighten (Fig. 3).
For decorative
edging with the line
head trimmer attachment
or other
attachment,
lock the release
button of the attachment
into the
90 ° hole (Fig. 3).
Housing
Lower Shaft
Housing
90° Edging
Hole
(Trimmer
Only)
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
REMOVING
THE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT
OR OTHER ATTACHMENT
1.
Turn the knob counterclockwise
to loosen (Fig. 3).
2.
Press and hold the release
button (Fig. 4).
Convertible
TM
Release Button
Coupler
Guide
Recess
While firmly holding the upper
shaft housing, pull the
attachment
straight out of the
Convertible
TM
coupler (Fig. 2).
Fig. 4
OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not
running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded fuel. Follow the
instructions
carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture.
Definition
of Blended
Fuels
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ARNING:
It has been proven that fuel containing
greater than
15% ethanol will likely damage this engine and void the warranty.
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol,
methanol, or MTBE (ether). Alcohol-blended
fuel absorbs water. As little as
1% water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate. It forms acids when
stored. When using alcohol-blended
fuel, use fresh fuel (less than 30 days
old).
Using Blended Fuels
If choosing to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable,
follow
recommended
precautions:
Always use the fresh fuel mix explained in the operator's
manual
• Always agitate the fuel mix before fueling the unit
• Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the unit
Using Fuel Additives
CAUTION:
For proper engine operation and maximum
reliability, pay strict attention to the oil and fuel mixing instructions
on the 2-cycle oil container. Using improperly mixed fuel can
severely damage the engine.
The bottle of 2-cycle oil that came with the unit contains a fuel additive that
will help inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits.
Always use a good 2-cycle oil designed for air-cooled engines along with a
fuel additive, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent. Add 0.8 oz.
(23 ml) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions
on the
container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's fuel tank.
Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of
2-cycle engine oil with unleaded
gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use
a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio. Do not mix
them directly in the engine fuel tank.
See the table below for specific gas
and oil mixing ratios.
NOTE:
One gallon (3.8 liters) of
unleaded gasoline mixed
with one 3.2 oz. (95 ml)
bottle of 2-cycle oil makes
a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio.
NOTE:
Dispose of the old fuel/oil
mix in accordance to
Federal, State and Local
regulations.
UNLEADED GAS
1 GALLON US
(3.8 LITERS)
1 LITER
2 CYCLE OIL
3.2 FL. OZ.
195ml)
25 ml
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WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable.
Ignited vapors
may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank. Keep
sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.
FUELING THE UNIT
_
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel
spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
_
WARNING:
Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. Wipe
up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for
spilt fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
1.
Turn unit on its side, with the fuel cap facing up, and remove the fuel cap.
2.
Place the gas container's
spout into the fill hole on the fuel tank and fill
the tank.
NOTE:
Do not overfill the tank.
3.
Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.
4.
Reinstall the fuel cap.
5.
Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site
before starting the engine.
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