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FUEL
Use regular grade unleaded gasoline mixed with 2-
cycle engine oil for best results. Use mixing ratios in
FUEL MIXING TABLE.
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MIXING FUEL
Add the oil to an approved fuel container followed by the
gasoline to allow incoming gasoline to mix with oil. Shake
the container to ensure thorough mix.
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FUEL MIXING TABLE
GASOLINE
Talon 25:1 Ratio
Custom Lubricant
5 Litres
6.7 oz
200ml
1 lmp. Gal.
6.1 oz.
180ml
Mixing
Procedure
25 Parts Petrol
to 1 part Lubricant
1ml = 1cc
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RECOMMENDED FUELS
Some conventional gasolines are being blended with
oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to
meet clean air standards. Your Talon engine is designed
to operate satisfactorily on any gasoline intended for auto-
motive use including oxygenated gasolines.
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FUEL AND LUBRICATION
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SHOULDER STRAP
1. Put the strap on so it is over your LEFT shoulder.
2. Attach the harness clip (A) to the ring (B) mounted on
the shaft (Fig. 8A and 8B).
3. Adjust length of shoulder strap so linehead is parallel
to the ground as it hangs from the strap. A few prac-
tice swings without starting engine should be made to
determine correct balance.
NOTE: Detach the shoulder harness from the unit before
starting engine.
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STARTING A COLD ENGINE
NOTE: To minimize load on engine during starting and
warm-up, trim excess cutter line to 13cm (Fig. 9A).
1. Move ignition switch to the “RUN (I)” position (Fig.
9B).
2. Your unit is designed with a 3 position choke: CHOKE
“ ”, START “ ”, and RUN “ ”. Move choke lever to
CHOKE “ ” position (Fig. 9C).
3. Prime the carburetor. Pump the primer bulb (D) 10
times (Fig. 9D).
4. Grip handle firmly – depress safety trigger (E) &
throttle trigger (F) to the FULL THROTTLE position
(Fig. 9E).
5. A smooth rapid pull is required for a strong spark. Pull
starter rope briskly 4 times.
6. Move choke lever to START “ ” position (Fig. 9G).
7. Pull starter rope again 4 times while trigger is in the
full throttle position (Fig. 9F)
8. Once engine starts, leave in the START “ ” position
for 10 seconds.
9. Move the choke to RUN “ ” position (Fig. 9H).
FUEL AND LUBRICATION
WARNING: Never use straight gasoline in
your unit. This will cause permanent engine
damage and void the manufacturer’s warran-
ty for that product. Never use a fuel mixture
that has been stored for over 90 days.
WARNING: Lack of lubrication voids engine
warranty. Gasolilne and oil must be mixed
at 25:1.
Gasoline and
Oil Mix 25:1
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SHOULDER
STRAP when operating unit with a blade.
Attach harness to trimmer after starting unit
and engine is running at IDLE. Turn ENGINE
OFF before disconnecting shoulder harness.
Fig. 8A
A
Fig. 8B
B
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DEBRIS SHIELD SKIRT INSTALLATION
Turn the unit over and install the debris shield skirt (A) as
shown (Fig. 5A)
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE
BLADE COVER (OPTIONAL)
1. Before assembling blades (A), please remove the
blades cover (B) first.
2. Refer figure 6A and Figure 6B, hold the blades cover,
and pull sligtly the cover outward the cover can be
taken apart.
3. Refer to figure 6C and 6D, and assemble in the oppo-
site way to cover the blades.
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BLADE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)
1. To install the blade you will need the items illustrated
below (screwdriver not provided): retaining nut (C),
blade (D), screwdriver (E), flange (F), socket wrench
(G) (Fig. 7A)
2. Remove three screws (H). Remove the skirt (A). Use
the spindle lock to prevent the collar from turning
while removing the linehead (turn CLOCKWISE) (Fig.
7B).
3. Ensure the spindle lock is still in place.
4. Install blade (D) with teeth pointing CLOCKWISE as
shown in the illustration (Fig. 7C).
5. Install flange (F) with FLAT SURFACE facing blade
(Fig. 7C).
NOTE: Make sure blade is centered on collar arbor.
6. Tighten nut (C) securely by turning it
COUNTERCLOCKWISE with socket wrench (G).
Release spindle lock (Fig. 7D).
Fig. 4A
Fig. 4B
A
B
Fig. 4C
Fig. 5A
A
CAUTION: Skirt must be installed to properly
dispense cutter line and protect operator.
CAUTION: Before you take apart the blades,
wear gloves to prevent any danger.
CAUTION: When the machine is not in use
or in transportation, make sure blades have
been covered.
Fig. 6A
Fig. 6B
CAUTION: NEVER use unit if blade is warped
or has teeth that are chipped or missing.
Replace a damaged blade immediately.
CAUTION: NEVER operate unit with a
blade unless metal blade guard is properly
installed. NEVER operate a unit with a dam-
aged guard.
CAUTION: Always wear heavy-duty work
gloves when handling and installing a blade.
Fig. 7B
Fig. 7A
E
A
C
F
D
G
H
WARNING: Be sure the blade center hole is
properly sized to the collar arbor.
Fig. 7D
Fig. 7C
F
D
C
G
Fig. 6C
Fig. 6D
