5
For normal h omeowner use, the m uf fler and
spark a rresting screen will not require any ser-
vic e.
After 5 0 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by your autho-
rize d servi ce dealer.
ASSEM BLY
WARNING: If received asse mbled,
repeat allsteps toensureyour unit isproperly
asse mbled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for dam age. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Finding fuelor oil residue onmuffler is nor m al
due t o carburetor adjustments and t esting
done by the manufacturer.
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Pivo t the handle to a comf ortable positio n;
retighten wing nut.
Wing Nut
Groove
ATTACHING SHIELD
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed.The sh i eldprovi de s partial p rotec-
tion fromthe risk of thrown objects t o the opera-
tor and others and is equipped w ith a line limiter
blade wh ich cuts excess l ine to the proper
length. The lin e limiter blade (on underside of
shield) is sharp and can cu t you.
For proper ori entation of shield, see K NOW
YOUR TRI MMER i llustration in OPER ATI ON
section.
1. Remove wi ng nut from shield.
2. Inse rt bracket into slot a s shown.
3. Pivo t shield untilboltpassesthr ough holein
bracket.
4. Secu rely tigh ten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Wing
Nut
Bracket
Line Limiter
Blade
PIVOT
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
READ THIS I NSTRUCTION M ANUAL ANDSAFETY RULESBEFOR EOPERATING YOURUNI T.
Compare the i llustr ations with your unit to familiarize yourself wi th the location of the va rious controls
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Primer Bulb
Line Limiter
Blade
Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Assi st Handle
Starter Handle
STOP
Switch
Throttle Trigger
Choke Lever
Spark Plug
Shield
Trimmer
Head
Shaft
Muffler
Edge
Guide
