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Scalping
MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal formowing
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 t he t ool.
Mowing
SWEEPING-- Thefanningactionoftherotat-
ing line can be used for a quick and easy
clean up. Keep the line parallelto and above
the surfaces being swept and move the tool
from side to side.
Sweeping
MAINTENANCE
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 inthe instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product,WEEDEATERmaynot payfor
repairs under warranty . It is your re-
sponsibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screws
S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR D AMA GED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S STOPSwitch -- EnsureSTOPswitchfunc-
tions properly by pushing and holding the
switchintheSTOP position.Makesureen-
gine stops. Restart engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
label s using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S 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 t he
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
producingharmful evaporativeemissions,do
not cleanfilter ingasoline orother flammable
solvent.
3. Wa sh the filter in soap and water.
4. Allo w filter to dry.
5. Replace air filter and close cover .
Air Filter Cover
Air Filter
Button
MUFFLER A ND SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
WARNING: The muffler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
As yourunitis used,carbondeposits buildup
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.
For normal homeowner use, however , the
mufflerandspark a rresting screenwill n otre-
quire any service. After 50 hours of use, we
recommend that your muffler be serviced or
replaced by your authorized service dealer.