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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap
button.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two
lengths of
12-1/2
feet of 0.080
″
(2 mm) dia-
meter Weed Eater
r
brand line.
WARNING:
Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small holes on the inside of
spool.
Small
Holes
Spool
Hub
Line in Notch
Line in Notch
Line exit holes
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows
found on the spool.
6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3
to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
7. Insert the lines into the the exit holes in
the hub as shown in the illustration.
8. Align the notches with the line exit holes.
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into
place.
10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub
to release the lines from the notches.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re-
placement instructions and illustrations.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
Keep others away when
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer
head or blade will be spinning during most of
this procedure. Wear your protective equip-
ment and observe all safety precautions. Af-
ter making adjustments, the trimmer head or
blade must not move/spin at idle speed.
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
released.
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The trimmer head or blade moves/spins at
idle.
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 trimmer head or blade moving or
spinning (idle too fast) or stalling (idle speed
too slow).
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Turn idle speed screw clockwise to
increase engine speed if engine stalls or
dies.
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Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed if trimmer head or
blade moves or spins at idle.
WARNING:
Recheck the idle speed
after each adjustment. The trimmer head or
blade must not move or spin at idle speed to
avoid serious injury to the operator or others.
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 before storing or trans-
porting.
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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.
