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OPERATION
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The unit is used as a scythe, cutting from the right to
the left in a broad sweeping action from side to side.
STARTING AND STOPPING (Fig. 13-14)
NOTE:
The unit is equipped with an automatic choke
feature. The starting instructions for this feature are
different from units with a manual choke. Be sure to read
and follow the starting instructions below.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or
poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
TO START A COLD ENGINE
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Lay the product on a flat, bare surface.
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Toggle the switch (11) to the “I” (ON) position.
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Push the primer bulb (46) 4 times.
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Set the choke lever (47) to A (Choke Closed) (48).
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Press the throttle interlock (12) and squeeze the
trigger (9).
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Pull the starter grip (1) three times.
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Set the choke lever to B (Choke Open) (49).
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Squeeze the trigger and pull the starter grip until
the engine starts. Let the engine run for 30 seconds
before using it.
TO START A WARM ENGINE
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Lay the product on a flat, bare surface.
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Toggle the switch to the “I” (ON) position.
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Push the primer bulb (46) 4 times.
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Set the choke lever to B (Choke Open).
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Press the throttle interlock (12), squeeze the trigger
(9) and pull the starter grip until the engine starts.
TO STOP THE ENGINE
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Release the trigger.
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Toggle the switch to the "O" (OFF) position.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer's replacement
parts, accessories and attachments. Failure to do
so can cause possible injury, poor perfor-mance
and may void your warranty.
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The cutting attachment must not work in idle mode.
If this requirement is not satisfied, the clutch has
to be adjusted or the machine needs an urgent
maintenance by a qualified technician.
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You may make adjustments and repairs described
here. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by
an authorized service agent.
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Consequences of improper maintenance may
include excess carbon deposits resulting in loss of
performance and discharge of black oily residue
dripping from the muffler.
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Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles
are properly and securely attached to avoid the risk of
personal injury.
SPOOL REPLACEMENT
EZ LINE™ TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM
NEW PRE-WOUND SPOOL (Fig. 15-16)
If replacing string only, refer to “String Replacement” later
in this manual.
Use only 2.4 mm diameter monofilament string.
Use the manufacturer’s replacement string for best
performance.
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Stop the engine and disconnect the sparking plug
wire. Hold the string head (36) and unscrew the spool
retainer (37). Turn clockwise.
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Remove the empty spool (50) from the string head.
Keep the spring (54) attached to the spool.
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To install the new spool, make sure the two strings are
captured in the slots opposite each other on the new
spool. Make sure the ends of each string are extended
approximately 152 mm beyond each slot (53).
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Thread the strings into the eyelets (51) in the string
head. Carefully push the spool into the string head
(gently pull the strings to the outside if necessary).
When the spool is positioned in the string head, grasp
the strings and pull sharply to release them from the
slots in the spool.
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Push down and turn the spool anticlockwise until
it no longer turns. Hold the spool down and rotate
clockwise a small amount. Release the spool.
The spool should be locked down in the string head. If
not, hold down and rotate until locked.
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Make sure the string head and the spool retainer are
installed on the shaft (52) by turning the retainer anti-
clockwise to tighten.
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Pull the strings again to rotate the spool into cutting
position. Push the spool retainer down while pulling
on string(s) to manually advance the string and to
check for proper assembly of the string head.
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