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Empty thefueltank beforestoringortrans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car-
buretor by starting the engine and lettingit
run until it stops.
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Storeunitandfuelinan areawhere fuelva-
pors cannot reach sparks or openflames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
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Storeunitsolinelimitercannotaccidentally
causeinjury. Unit canbe hungby thetube.
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Store the unit out of the reach of children
SPECIAL NOTICE:
This unit is not
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler
andspark arresting screenwhich meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and
4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of
California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey,Oregon, andWashington requireby
lawthatmany internalcombustionenginesto
be equipped with a spark arrestor screen.If
you operate in a locale where such regula-
tions exist, you are legally responsible for
installing and maintaining the operatingcon-
ditionoftheseparts.Failuretodosois aviola-
tion of the law. If a spark arrestor is required
inyourarea,contactyourAuthorizedService
Dealer for the proper kit.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibra-
tions throughprolongeduseofgasolinepow-
ered hand tools could causeblood vesselor
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints ofpeoplepronetocirculationdisorders
orabnormalswellings. Prolongeduseincold
weatherhas beenlinkedtobloodvesseldam-
ageinotherwisehealthy people.Ifsymptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers,hands, orjoints,
discontinuetheuseofthis toolandseekmed-
ical attention. Ananti-vibration systemdoes
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely theirphysicalconditionandthecondi-
tion of this tool.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Makesure unitis properly as-
sembled and all fasteners are secure.
ATTACHING THE HANDLE
Groove
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Assemble handle to the unit as shown;
makesurebottomofhandleis seatedinthe
groove in the trigger housing.
NOTE:
Adjustment knob must be as-
sembled on the side of the unit opposite the
operator’s position.
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Pivot handle to a comfortable position.
Tighten handle securely.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
WARNING:
The shield helps to protect
theoperatorandothers fromthrownobjects,
andis equipped witha linelimiter bladewhich
cuts excess line.This blade(on undersideof
shield) is sharp and can cut you.
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Remove wing nut from shield.
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Insert bracket into slot as shown.
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Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole
in bracket.
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Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Wing
Nut
Bracket
Line Limiter Blade
FUEL YOUR UNIT
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed
withagood quality 2-cycle air-cooledengine
oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is recom-
mended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the
instructions printedonthe container.Always
read and follow the safety rules underFUEL
SAFETY.
STARTING
For occasional use only.
Starting Position
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
Pushandholdenginestop switchin the
STOP
or
OFF
positionuntilthe unithas fully stopped.
WARNING:
The trimmer head will turn
while starting the engine. A hot muffler can
cause serious burns.
