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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in con-
tact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which could result in serious personal injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described
here. For other repairs, have the power head serviced by
an authorized service dealer.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 6 - 8.
Power head should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
To start a cold engine:
Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
Set the choke lever to the
START (A)
position.
Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and pull the starter handle
until the engine runs. Do not pull the starter grip more
than six (6) times.
NOTE:
Keep throttle trigger squeezed fully through re-
maining steps. If the engine does not start, start over at
the first step with pressing the primer bulb.
Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the choke
lever to the
RUN
(B)
position.
OPERATION
To restart a warm engine:
Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
Set the choke lever to the
RUN
(B)
position.
Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and pull the starter handle
until the engine runs.
To stop the engine:
To stop the engine, depress the
STOP
switch to the stop
position “
”.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REqUIRED FOR THIS PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-860-4050
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Head protection may also be required depending on the
type of attachment used and as prescribed in the attach-
ment’s Operator’s Manual. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible
serious injuries.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.