Meec tools 000841, Operating Instructions Manual

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• Check and adjust the electrode gap. It
should be 0.5 mm.
FIG. 14
• Refit the spark plug and tighten with the
supplied spanner.
• Replace the spark plug with a new one of
the same type if the electrodes are burned,
or after an interval of 100 working hours.
Air filter
NOTE:
Clean the air filter after an interval of 12
working hours to ensure proper and safe
functionality. The engine can be damaged if it
is run without a properly functioning filter.
1. Undo the screw and remove the filter cover
and filter unit.
FIG. 15
2. Wash the filter unit with water and a mild
detergent. Do not use petrol or solvents.
3. Allow the filter to dry in the air.
4. Replace the filter unit and filter cover and
tighten the screw.
NOTE:
Do not start the engine without an air filter.
Gear housing
Undo the screw, apply lithium based grease and
turn the axle by hand until grease is forced out.
Replace the screw.
FIG. 16
Sharpening the line blade
1. Remove the line blade (A) from the guard
(B) by undoing the screws (C).
FIG. 17
2. Put the line blade in a vice and sharpen it
with a flat file. Make sure to maintain the
angle of the edge.
3. Refit the line blade on the guard.
Replacing the trimmer line
FIG. 18
Contact a service centre
Allow an authorised service centre to check the
clearing saw if any of the following occur:
– The blade strikes an object.
– The engine suddenly stops.
– If the trimmer head is damaged.
– If the gearbox is damaged.
STORAGE
• Clean the clearing saw well after use and
check that it is in good condition and that
no parts are missing or damaged.
• Replace or repair any damaged parts.
Store the clearing saw in a dry place
with the blade guard fitted.
• Clean the line spool at the end of the
season, and if necessary replace.