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For normal homeowner use, the muf fler and
spark arresting screen will not require any
service.
After 50 hours of use, we recommend that
your muffler be serviced or replaced by your
authorized service dealer .
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeatallsteps toensureyourunit isproperly
assembled 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 dam aged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Findingfuel oroil residueon m uffleris normal
due t o carburetor adjustments and t esting
done by the manufacturer.
ADJUSTING THE HA ND LE
WARNING: When adjusting theassist
handle,besureitremains abovethe safety label
and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle onthe shaft to anupright
position; retighten wing nut.
ATTACHING SHIELD
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed.Theshieldprovides p artialprotec-
tion from therisk of thrown objects to theopera-
tor and others and is equipped with a linelimiter
blade which cuts excess line to the proper
length. The line limiter blade (on underside of
shield) is sharp and can cut you.
For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW
YOUR TR IMMER i llustratio n in OPERA TION
sectio n.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.
3. Pivot shield untilboltpasses throughholein
bracket.
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Wing
Nut
Bracket
Line Limiter
Blade
PIVOT
