45
GB IE
Ensure that the thread outlets
(42) match the two recesses (43)
in the spool case otherwise the
cover will not close.
7. Screw the spool case (15)
counter-clockwise back onto
the mounting spindle (51). Re-
move the hexagon socket
wrench (25).
8. Pull on both ends of the thread to re-
lease the threads from the grooves.
9. Trim the thread line to approx.
15 cm to release strain on the
engine when starting and warm-
ing up.
The spare parts which are to be
ordered can be found in the “Spare
parts/accessories“ section
Changing blades
Risk of injury! Caution - sharp
edges! Wear gloves.
The protective cover must be
shortened when using the
blade. (See Chapter: “Re-
moving/mounting the protec-
tive cover extension”)
1. Switch the engine off.
2. Place the device on the ground in a stable
position and ensure that no fuel escapes.
3. Block the uptake spindle (51) using the
Allen key (25) as depicted. Use the
larger of the two Allen keys (5 mm).
Turn the nut in a clockwise direction
to loosen it. Remove the nut, clamping
disk, washer and blade from the up-
take spindle.
4. Place either the 3-toothed (29) or
4-toothed blade (30) onto the mounting
spindle (51). The blade can be used on
both sides.
5. Fasten the blade using the washer (52),
conical spring washer (53) and nut (54).
6. Remove the hexagon socket
wrench (25).
Removing/mounting the
protective cover extension
If using blades, the protective cover exten-
sion must be removed.
If using the thread spool, the edge of the
extension must be mounted.
Removing the protective cover
extension
1. Loosen the screw (57) with the mainte-
nance key (23).
2. Unclip the side of the click lock (55), using
a Phillips-head screwdriver if required.
3. Remove the protective cover extension
(56) from the side, moving it against
the rotational direction of the
cutting tool.
Mounting the protective cover
extension
1. Slide the protective cover extension
(56) from the side into the guide on
the lower edge of the protective cover
(13), moving it in the rotational di-
rection of the cutting tool.
2. Fix the protective cover extension (56)
in place using the screw (57).
Clean the extension and protective
cover of the device after each use.
Cleaning the Air Filter
Never operate the equipment with-
out the air lter otherwise dust and
dirt enter the engine and result in
damage to the machine. Keep the
air lter clean.