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Never operate a unit that is damaged, improperly ad-
justed, or is not completely and securely assembled.
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Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire
before making any adjustments or repairs.
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Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners and
damaged or missing parts. Replace any parts that are
cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Failure to do
so can cause serious injury.
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Make sure all handles are properly and securely at-
tached.
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Never modify the unit in any way. Do not use for any job
except that for which it is intended.
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For service, contact a service dealer.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described
here. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by an
authorized service dealer.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
See Figures 6 and 7.
Replace blades that are damaged or worn.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Always make sure the blade is installed correctly and
securely fastened before each use.
1. Place the holding pin through the slot in the upper flange
washer and rest it against the bolt head of the blade
guard.
2. Using a 1/2 inch socket wrench, turn the blade nut
clockwise to loosen.
3. Remove the blade from the edger shaft.
4. Clean debris from the edger shaft and flange washers.
5. Center the blade on the upper flange washer making sure
the blade sits flat.
6. Install the lower flange washer with the cupped hole away
from the blade.
7. Install the blade nut onto the edger shaft .
8. Place the holding pin through the slot in the upper flange
washer and rest it against bolt head of the blade guard.
9. Using a 1/2 inch socket wrench, turn the blade nut
counterclockwise onto the edger shaft. Tighten securely.
Fig. 7
WARNING:
Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts, ac-
cessories and attachments. Failure to do so may cause
poor performance, possible injury and may void your
warranty.
UPPER FLANGE
WASHER
TURN BLADE NUT
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
BLADE
LOWER FLANGE
WASHER
HOLDING PIN
Fig. 6
HOLDING PIN
TURN BLADE NUT
CLOCKWISE
BLADE
MAINTENANCE
