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S
HAFT
H
EDGE
C
LIPPER
O
PERATOR
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S
M
ANUAL
27
Level 2.
Tools required: Screwdriver, Tachometer (ECHO P/N 99051130017).
Parts required: None.
NOTE
Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compli-
ance with California Emission Regulations. This carburetor does
not have acceleration and high speed adjustment needles.
1.
Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is avail-
able, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found
on page 13 "Specifications" of this manual. Turn idle screw (A)
clockwise to increase idle speed; counter clockwise to decrease idle
speed.
WARNING
DANGER
When carburetor adjustment is completed, the blades should
not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
LUBRICATION
Blades
Level 1.
Tools Required: Clean Rag, Brush , Oil Can, (2) 10 mm wrenches.
Parts Required: 20W Engine Oil (lubrication), 50-50 mixture of
kerosene and 20W oil (cleaning).
WARNING
DANGER
Always disconnect spark plug wire before servicing cutting
attachment. Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands,
otherwise serious personal injury may result.
1.
Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of blade with the
50-50 cleaning mixture.
2.
Allow cleaning mixture to soften the remaining gummy residue
then wipe it from the blade.
3.
Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade. Be certain the
blade bolts are lubricated.
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