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100683 - CURvED ShAfT TRiMMER
OPERATiON
12
filling the fuel Tank
1. Place the trimmer on a flat stable surface, with the fuel
tank cap facing upwards.
2. Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
3. Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise.
4. Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
5. Only fill the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity. Fuel level
can be seen via the clear fuel tank.
6. Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing the
fuel cap.
7. Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clockwise.
8. Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
9. If you spill fuel on the unit, wait 10 minutes after wiping
before starting.
10. Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before
starting the product.
NOTE:
It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine
during first use.
WARNiNG
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to
a machine with a running or hot engine. Wait at least 15
minutes to allow for cool down before refueling. Move at
least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not
smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks. Failure
to safely handle fuel could result in serious personal injury.
NOTiCE
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (fuel containing ethanol greater
than 10%) in this product. It is federal violation and will
damage your engine and void your warranty.
NOTiCE
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume (commonly
referred to as E10) is acceptable.
E15 and E85 are not.
NOTiCE
For Emissions control devices and systems, read and
understand your responsibilities for service as stated in the
Emission Control Warranty Statement of this manual.
Starting and Stopping
NOTiCE
To avoid breaking the starter rope, do not pull the whole length
or let it slide along the edge of the rope guide. Allow the starter
rope to rewind gradually.
To Start a Cold Engine:
1. Trimmer should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 7-10 times or until fuel is
visible and flows freely into the clear tank return line.
3. Set the choke lever to the CHOKE position