Idle Speed Adjustment
This Trimmer is equipped with non-adjustable fuel
mixrure carburetor. The engine idle speed is the only
adjustment for the operator.
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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Engine must be running to make some
carburetor adjustments.
• When engine is running, cutting head is
rotating and other parts are moving.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Contact with rotating cutting head or
other moving parts could cause serious
personal injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
cutting head and other moving parts.
• Keep all bystanders and pets away from
unit while making carburetor adjust
ments.
The cutting head may be rotating during idle speed
adjustment. Wear the recommended personal protec
tive equipment and observe all safety instructions.
Keep hands and body away from the cutting head.
When the throttle trigger is released, the engine should
rerum to an idle speed between 2700 and 3300 RPM, or
just below the clutch engagement speed. The cutting
head must not rotate and the engine should not stall
( stop running) at engine idle speed.
To adjust the engine idle speed, rotate the idle speed
adjustment screw on the carburetor.
Idle Speed
Adjustment Screw
• Turn the idle speed screw in (clockwise) to
increase the engine idle speed.
• Turn the screw out (counterclockwise) to decrease
the engine idle speed.
If idle speed adjustment is necessary, and after
adjustment the cutting bead rotates or the engine
stalls, stop using the Trimmer immediately!
Contact your local authorized Maruyama Dealer for
assistance and servicing.
Trimmer Operation
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CAUTION
• Read the Safety instructions on page 5
concerning proper use of the String
Trimmer.
Trimmer Operating Position
Hearing Protection
_�Eye Protection
Hand Holding Throttle Grip,
Fingers on Throttle Trigger
Shoulder Hanging Strap
Lett
Arm
Fully Extended,
Hand
Holdlng
Loop
Handle
Trimmer Head Near
and Parallel to Ground
Before using the Trimmer, check the following:
I. The Trimmer should be on the operator's right
side.
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