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Installing Trimmer Line
Trim-Max Operation
The Trim-Max trimmer is designed to also be used as an edge trimmer and to offset left
to right for easier close trimming.
Edge trimming/ Bevel Cutting
The trimmer disk may be tilted from horizontal to vertical so that it may be used as an
edge trimmer. The head may also be tilted slightly to trim closer. This may be handy for
trimming foundations without damaging the siding.
To Tilt:
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Stop unit.
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Make sure head is in the straight forward position. (see offset operation)
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Loosen the trimmer tilt clamp lever. (Clockwise)
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Tilt head to desired position.
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Tighten trimmer tilt clamp lever. (Counter Clockwise)
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Adjust Lower trimmer shield to keep debris from coming back at operator.
Offset trimming.
The trimmer head may be offset to the left or right to allow trimming under bushes, etc.
To Offset:
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Stop unit.
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Raise offset lever.
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Push or pull handles to achieve desired offset.
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Release offset lever. Make sure head has locked into position.
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Adjust lower trimmer shield to keep debris from coming back at operator.
Important! Note direction of debris when offsetting head.
Offsetting trimmer to the left is recommended.
Trim-Max Tilt Adjustment
Direction Of Debris
Trim-Max Pivot Adjustment
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Important! Use the proper length of line. Using a line too long for the unit will cause
stalling and unacceptable operation.
5+ HP use 18” String
Pre Cut Line Purchase
P3618
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Loosely fold cutter line in half.
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(1) Place loop of line against outside of loop on the trimmer head.
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(2) Bring ends around and through the loop and over the cutter line loop.
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(3) Pull ends to tighten loop.
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