Trimming
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g inches
(8 sm)
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above
ground
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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.
This technique
h_creases line wear.
Scalping
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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.
Mowing
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SWEEPING
- The fanning
action
of the rotat-
ing line san
be used
for a quick
and
easy
clean
up. Keep
the line parallel
to and above
the surfaces
being
swept
and
move
the tool
from side to side.
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_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 an authorized
service
dealer
performs
work
on the
product,
WEED EATER may not pay for
repairs
under warranty.
!t is your
re-
sponsibility
to maintain
and
perform
general maintenance.
CHECK
FOR
LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND
PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing
Screws
• Assist Handle Screws
• Debris Shield
CHECK
FOR
DAMAGED
OR
WORN
PARTS
Contact
an authorized
service dealer
for re-
placement
of damaged
or worn parts.
• STOP Switch - Ensure STOP switch func-
tions properly
by pushing
and holding the
switch in the STOP position. Make sure en-
gine stops. Restart engine and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Discontinue
use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage
or leaks.
• Debris
Shield
- Discontinue
use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT
AND
CLEAN
UNIT
AND
LABELS
• After
each use. inspect
complete
unit for
loose or damaged parts.
Clean the unit and
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN
AIR
FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases
engine
perform-
ance
and increases
fuel
consumption
and
harmful emissions.
Always
clean after every
5 hours of operation.
1.
Clean
the air filter cover
and the area
around it to keep dirt from falling into the
carburetor
chamber
when
the cover
is
opened.
2.
Open
air filter
cover by pushing
button
(see illustration).
Remove air filter.
NOTE:
To avoid creating
a fire hazard
or
producing
harmful evaporative
emissions,
do
not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable
solvent.
3.
Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.
Allow filter to dry.
5.
Replace
air filter and close cover.
Button
Air Filter
Air Filter Cover