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REPLACING TRIMMING LINE- STANDARD HEAD
1. Turn knob (A) COUNTERCLOCKWISE and remove
(Fig. 7A). User knob spanner supplied.
2. Remove spool (B) and spring (C) from spindle (D).
3. Remove any remaining trimming line (H).
4. Double a 14' (4.3m) length of .080" (2mm) trimming
line. Place the looped center in one of the slots of the
spool divider (Fig. 7B).
5. Wind cutter line clockwise as shown in illustration (Fig.
7C), keeping tension, with each half separated by the
spool divider. Wind to within 6" (15cm) of the ends.
6.
Lock each end of line (H) into a slot (F) on opposite
sides of the spool (Fig. 7D).
7.
Install the spring (C) over the spindle (D). Insert each
end of the line through an eyelet (G) in the housing
(E) (Fig. 7E).
8.
Lower the spool into the housing (E) while feeding the
line through the eyelets (G). Ensure the spring seats
itself into the spool (Fig. 7E).
9.
Once the spool is in place, apply pressure on the
spool compressing the spring. Pull each end of the
line (H) sharply to unlock the line from the slots (Fig.
7F).
10. Continue to apply pressure to the spool until the knob
can be threaded CLOCKWISE onto the spindle.
Tighten the knob securely by hand only (Fig. 7G).
11. Trim the excess line to approximately 5" (13cm).
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CLEANING
1. Regular cleaning and maintenance of your line trimmer
will ensure efficiency and prolong the life of your
machine.
2. After each cutting operation, take apart and clean out
the grass and soil from: the spool and its slot, the
whole trimmer and in particular the guard.
3. During operation, keep the air slots clean and free of
grass.
4. Only use a cloth soaked with hot water and a soft
brush to clean the line trimmer.
5. Do not spray or wet the appliance with water.
6. Do not use detergents or solvents as these could ruin
the trimmer. The parts in plastic can easily be dam-
aged by chemical agents.
SERVICING DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE
In this double-insulated appliance, two systems of insula-
tion are provided instead of grounding. No grounding
means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor
should a means for grounding be added to the appliance.
There are no owner serviceable parts inside. A double-
insulated appliance is marked with the words, “DOUBLE
INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED”. The symbol
(square within a square) may also be marked on the appli-
ance.
Any service must only be carried out by a qualified tech-
nician at an authorized service centre.
1. Place switch in “OFF” position and unplug the power
supply before the appliance is serviced, cleaned or
maintenance is performed.
2. Keep air intake clean and air vents free of debris to
avoid overheating the motor.
3. Clean with a damp sponge and mild soap. Do not
squirt with water, hose with water or other liquids.
4. No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped
with lifetime lubricated bearings.
5. If the unit does not operate, turn switch to “OFF” posi-
tion and disconnect extension from power supply
first, then from unit. Check power supply for blown
fuses or tripped circuit breakers. Do not attempt to
repair it yourself. There are no serviceable parts
inside.
4
GB
5
GB
• CONNECT THE CORD
1. Ensure the cord is NOT plugged into a receptacle
before this procedure.
2. Make a loop with 8 - 10 (20 - 25cm) of the end of the
extension cord.
3. Place the loop into the slots (A) under the motor hous-
ing and lock into place.
4. Connect the extension cord to the trimmer.
5. Plug the extension cord into a receptacle ONLY when
you are ready to operate the trimmer.
• TRIMMER OPERATION
1.
TRIMMING / MOWING
(Fig. 5A). Swing trimmer with a
sickle-like motion from side to side. Do not tilt the line-
head during the procedure. Test area to be trimmed for
proper cutting height. Keep linehead at same level for
even depth of cut.
2.
CLOSER TRIMMING
(Fig. 5B). Position trimmer
straight ahead with a slight tilt so bottom of linehead is
above ground level and string contact occurs at proper
cutting point. Always cut away from operator. Do not
pull trimmer in toward operator.
3.
FENCE/FOUNDATION TRIMMING.
Approach trim-
ming around chain link fences, picket fences, rock walls
and foundations slowly to cut close without whipping line
against the barrier. If the line comes in contact with rock,
brick walls, or foundations, it will break or fray. If line
snags fencing, it will snap off.
4.
TRIMMING AROUND TREES.
Trim around tree trunks
with a slow approach so line does not contact bark.
Walk around the tree trimming from left to right.
Approach grass or weeds with the tip of the line and tilt
linehead slightly forward.
5.
SCALPING
Scalping refers to removal of all vegetation
down to the ground. To do this, tilt the linehead to about
a 30 degree angle to the left. By adjusting the handle
you will have better control during this operation. Always
keep a distance of 100 feet (30 meters) from other peo-
ple and animals when scalping. Do not attempt this pro-
cedure if there is any chance flying debris could injure
operator, other people or cause damage to property.
6.
SWEEPING - DO NOT SWEEP WITH TRIMMER
(Fig.
5C)
• EDGING FUNCTION:
1. Loosen knob (B) by turning counter clockwise (Fig.
6A).
2. Push down release lever (A) and twist shaft to desired
position (Fig. 6A). Edging holes positioned at 90
degrees left, 90 degress right and 180 degrees.
3. Lock lower shaft in desired edging hole with release
lever.
4. Tighten knob (B) securely before use by turning clock-
wise.
• TOOL-LINK ATTACHMENTS:
1. Loosen knob (B) by turning counter clockwise (Fig.
6B).
2. Push down release lever (A) and remove lower shaft
(Fig. 6B).
3. Insert tool-link attachment shaft and lock in primary
hole (C) with release lever.
4. Tighten knob (B) securely before use by turning clock-
wise.
OPERATION
Fig. 5A
Fig. 5B
Fig. 5C
MAINTENANCE
Fig. 6A
Fig. 6B
A
C
B
A
B
A
B
C
D
E
F
H
H
G
Fig. 7A
A. KNOB
B. SPOOL
C. SPRING
D. SPINDLE
E. HOUSING
F. SLOTS
G. EYELETS
H. TRIMMING LINE
Fig. 7B
Fig. 7C
Fig. 7D
Fig. 7E
G
D
G
E
C
H
Fig. 7F
Fig. 7G
H
H
F
F
CAUTION
: Make sure the release lever is
locked in the primary hole and knob is
securely tightened before operating this unit.
CAUTION
: All attachments are designed to
be used in the primary hole unless otherwise
indicated in the specific attachment’s opera-
tor’s manual. If the incorrect hole is used, it
could result in injury, or damage to the unit.
