_L,WARNING: In order to prevent ac-
cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
A CAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on
contact, stay away from these areas.
AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Read these instructions and this manual in
its entirety before you attempt to assemble
or operate your new trimmer.
IMPORTANT: This trimmer is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the
engine.
Your new trimmer has been assembled
at the factory with the exception of those
parts left unassembled for shipping
purposes. All parts such as nuts, wash-
ers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the
assembly have been placed in the parts
bag. To ensure safe and proper operation
of your trimmer, all parts and hardware
you assemble must be tightened securely.
Use the correct tools as necessary to
ensure proper tightness.
Loose Parts Packed Separately
Trimmer Lines
(2) Sets
Bottle of oil
(0.130 dia. x 16.75" long)
(0.155 dia. x 18.75" long)
TO REMOVE TRIMMER FROM
CARTON
1. Remove loose parts included with trim-
mer.
2. Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flat.
3. Remove all packing materials.
4. Roll trimmer out of carton and check
carton thoroughly for additional loose
parts.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRIMMER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables.
1. Loosen handle knobs enough to allow
upper handle to be unfolded from the
shipping position.
2. Raise upper handle section into place
on lower handle and tighten handle
knob.
3. Remove handle padding holding trim-
mer head control bar to upper handle.
22" MODELS ONLY: Your trimmer handle
can be adjusted for your trimming com-
fort. Refer to "ADJUST HANDLE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
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LIFT UP
Handle
knob
Lower
handle