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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
LINE REPLACEMENT
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap button.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3. Replace with pre--wound spool, or cut a
length of 20 feet of 0.080
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(2 mm) diameter
Weed Eater
r
brand line.
WARNING:
Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
4. Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small hole on the inside of spool.
Small
Hole
Spool
Hub
Line exit hole
Line in Notch
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow
found on the spool.
6. Push the line into the notche, leaving 3 to 5
inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
7. Insert the line into the the exit holebin the hub
as shown in the illustration.
8. Align the notch with the line exit hole.
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into place.
10.Pull the line extending outside of the hub to
release it from the notch.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
Keep others away when
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer
head will be spinning during this procedure.
Wear your protective equipment and observe
all safety precautions.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you
notice any of the following conditions:
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Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-
leased.
Make adjustments with the unit supported so
the cutting attachment is off the ground and
will not make contact with any object. Hold
the unit by hand while running and making ad-
justments. Keep all parts of your body away
from the cutting attachment and muffler.
Idle Speed Adjustment
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine
runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).
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Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-
crease engine speed if engine stalls or dies.
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Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed.
Air Filter
Cover
Idle Speed
Screw
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing this procedure, contact an
authorized
service
dealer
or
call
1--800--554--6723.
STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
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Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit
before storing or transporting.
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Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
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Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
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Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage.
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Store in a clean dry area.
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Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message la-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer.
ENGINE
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Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
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Replace spark plug with new one of recom-
mended type and heat range.
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Clean air filter.
