3. While holding the locking rod, loosen the nut on
the blade by turning it clockwise with a 5/8 inch
closed-end or socket wrench (Fig. 14).
4. Remove the nut, blade retainer, and blade. Store the
nut and blade together for future use in a secure
place. Store out of reach of children.
Install the Cutting Attachment
5. Align the shaft bushing hole with the locking rod slot
and insert the locking rod intothe shaft bushing hole.
(Fig. 8, Pg. 9). Place the blade retainer on the output
shaft with the flat surface against the output shaft
bushing as shown in Fig. 15. Screw the cutting
attachment counterclockwise onto the output shaft.
Tighten securely.
NOTE: The blade retainer must be installed on the
output shaft in the position shown for the cutting
attachment to work correctly.
6. Remove the locking rod,
7. Install the cutting attachment shield. See Removing
and Installing Cutting Attachment Shield, Pg. 9.
Cutting Attachment
\
Blade Retainer
Output Shaft
Bushing
Locking Rod
......... Fig. 15 .....
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,
the cutting attachment shield SHALL be in
place at all times while operating the unit as
a grass trimmer.
DANGER: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE
MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY!
The importance of checking and maintaining
the proper oil level in the crank case cannot
be overemphasized. Check oil before each
use and change as needed. See Changing
the Oil.
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
_ Using the proper type and weight of oil in the
crankcase is extremely important. Check the
oil before each use and change the oil
regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or
using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and
failure.
Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.
ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE - INITIAL USE
NOTE: This unit is shipped without being filled with oil tn
order to avoid damage to the unit, put oil in the
crankcase before attempting to start unit.
Your unit is supplied with one 3.4 fluid oz. (100 ml.)
bottle of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 16).
NOTE: Save the bottle to measure the correct amount
for future oil changes. See Changing the Oil.
1. Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the
paper seal covering the opening. Replace top. Cut
the tip off the funnel spout (Fig. 16).
2. Place the unit on a flat level surface.
3. Remove the oil plug / dipstick from the crankcase
(Fig. 17).
........ Fig. 16 ........
O-Ring
Oil Fill
Oil Fill Hole
..... Fig, 17 ........
11