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Feed line in
direction
shown on
spool.
Spool
2. Insert one end of line into center cavity of
empty spool. Ensure line will feed into
spool in the direction shown on the spool
(counterclockwise).
3. Continue feeding line into spool, leaving 4 --
6 inches (10 -- 15 cm) unwound from center
of spool.
INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE
1. Install replacement spool.
2. Thread line through line guide ring.
Line through guide ring
Replacement Spool
Slot
3. Rest guide ring on spool and place line
through slot. Allow line to extend 4 -- 6 inch-
es (10 -- 15 cm) from center of spool.
4. Ensure line remains in slot while screwing
cap on to the shaft.
Only tighten cap
hand tight!
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.
We recommend that you take your unit to an
authorized service dealer. Damage will occur
if you turn the needles beyond the limiter
stops.
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.
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Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
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At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
OTHER
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Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
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Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
