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MAINTENANCE
Pull the strings extending from the string head so the line
releases from the slots in the spool.
Reinstall the spool retainer by depressing tabs into slots and
pushing down until spool retainer clicks into place.
LINE REPLACEMENT
See Figures 15 - 16.
Unplug the string trimmer.
Remove the spool from the string head.
NOTE:
Remove any old line remaining on the spool.
Cut two pieces of line, each being approximately
9 ft. long. Use only .065 in. diameter monofilament line.
Insert the first line into the anchor hole in the upper part of
the spool. Wind the first line around the upper part of the
spool clockwise, as shown by the arrows on the spool. Place
line in the slot on spool, leaving about 6 in. extended beyond
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Lines will not advance when using the
Auto Feed Head:
1. Lines are welded to themselves.
2. Not enough line on spool.
3. Lines are worn too short.
4. Lines are tangled on spool.
1. Lubricate with silicone spray.
2. Install more line. Refer to
Line
Replacement
earlier in this manual.
3. Pull both lines while pressing button.
4. Remove lines from spool and rewind.
Refer to
Line Replacement
earlier in
this manual.
Grass wraps around driveshaft housing
and string head:
1. Cutting tall grass at ground level.
1. Cut tall grass from the top down to pre-
vent wrapping.
Motor fails to start when switch trigger
is depressed.
1. Power cord is not plugged in or
connection is loose.
2. Household circuit breaker is tripped.
1. Plug in the power cord.
2. Check circuit breaker.
This product has a Two-year Limited Warranty for personal, family, or household
use (90 days for business or commercial use). For warranty details, visit
www.homelite.com or call (toll free) 1-800-242-4672.
the slot. Do not overfill. After winding the line, there should
be at least 1/4 in. between the wound line and the outside
edge of the spool.
Repeat above step with second line, using the bottom part
of spool. Do not overfill.
Replace the plastic retainer, spool, and the spool retainer.
Refer to
Spool Replacement
earlier in this manual.
STORING THE TRIMMER
Unplug the string trimmer.
Depress telescoping boom coupler and set at shortest
setting.
Clean all foreign material from the trimmer.
Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts.