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11
TRIMMING AROUND TREES
Trim around tree trunks with a slow approach so
string 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 stringhead slightly
forward.
WARNING: Use extreme caution when
SCALPING. Keep a distance of 100 feet (30 meters)
between operator, other people and animals during
these operations.
SCALPING
Scalping refers to removal of all vegetation down to
the ground. To do this, tilt the stringhead to about a
30 degree angle to the left. By adjusting the handle
you will have better control during this operation. Do
not attempt this procedure if there is any chance
flying debris could injure operator, other people or
cause damage to property. (Fig. 8B)
• REPLACING CUTTER LINE
1. Turn knob (A) COUNTERCLOCKWISE and
remove (Fig. 9A). User knob spanner supplied.
2. Remove spool (B) and spring (C) from spindle (D).
3. Remove any remaining cutter line (H).
4. Double a 14' (4.3m) length of .080" (2mm) cutter
line. Place the looped center in one of the slots of
the spool divider (Fig. 9B).
5. Wind cutter line clockwise as shown in illustration
(Fig. 9C), keeping tension, with each half
separated by the spool divider. Wind to within 6"
(15cm) of the ends.
Fig 9A
A. KNOB
B. SPOOL
C. SPRING
D. SPINDLE
E. HOUSING
F. SLOTS
G. EYELETS
H. CUTTER LINE
6. Lock each end of line (H) into a slot (F) on
opposite sides of the spool (Fig. 9D).
7. Install the spring (C) over the spindle (D). Insert
each end of the line through an eyelet (G) in the
housing (E) (Fig. 9E).
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. 9E).
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. 9F).
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. 9G).
11. Trim the excess line to approximately 5" (13cm).
This will minimize load on engine during starting
and warm-up (Fig. 5A).
•AIR FILTER
Caution: Remove fuel from unit and store in
approved container before starting this procedure.
Open fuel cap slowly to release any pressure which
may have formed in fuel tank.
To Clean Air Filter: (fig 11a - 11c)
1. Remove 3 screws (A) holding air filter cover in
place, pull out choke lever knob (B) remove
cover (C) and lift filter (D) from air box.
2. Wash filter in soap and water. DO NOT USE
GASOLINE!
3. Air dry filter.
4. Reinstall filter.
NOTE: Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or
unable to be cleaned.
• FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER
Caution: Remove fuel from unit and store in
approved container before starting this procedure.
Open fuel cap slowly to release any pressure which
may have formed in fuel tank.
NOTE: Keep vent (A) on fuel cap clean of debris
(Fig.12A).
1. Lift fuel line and filter (B) out of tank. A steel wire
(C) with a hook or a paper clip works well (Fig.
12B).
2. Pull off with a twisting motion (Fig. 12C).
3. Replace fuel filter (D).
NOTE: Never operate the trimmer without the fuel
filter. Internal engine damage could result!
