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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Disconnect unit from
power source before performing mainte-
nance.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
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Housing Screws
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Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts
.
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Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions
properly by pressing and releasing the trig-
ger switch. Make sure motor stops.
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Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA-
BELS
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After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Never use a dam-
aged trimmer.
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Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a
mild detergent.
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Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
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Use a soft brush to clean around the inside
of the debris shield, the cutting head and the
motor housing air vents.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
Disconnect unit from
power source before servicing.
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Press and hold in the two cap release
latches.
2. Pull cap away from the hub.
Cap
Cap
release
latch
Spool
Hub
Eyelet
3. Remove old spool.
4. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
5. Replace with a pre--wound spool or cut
two lengths of 13 feet (4 meters) of 0.065
″
(1.65 mm) diameter WEED EATER brand
line. Use of heavier lines could overload
and damage unit.
WARNING:
Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which can break off and become a
dangerous missile.
6. Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into one of the small holes in the up-
per section of the inside of the spool.
7. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow
found on the spool.
8. Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5
inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
9. Repeat on the lower section of the spool.
Notches
