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LINE INSTALLATION FOR THE SPEEDSPOOL
®
Always use Genuine Factory Parts™ 0.080 inch
(2.03 mm) replacement line. Lines other than those
specified may make the engine overheat or fail.
There are two methods to replace the SpeedSpool
®
trimming line:
• Wind the inner reel with new line
• Install a pre-wound inner reel
Winding the Inner Reel With New Line
NOTE: It Is unnecessary to remove the bump knob to
install a new trimming line.
1. Cut two pieces of 0.080 inch (2.03 mm) trimming
line, 10 feet (3 m) long.
2. Hold the outer spool and turn the inner reel
counterclockwise to line up the arrows on the outer
spool and inner reel (Fig. 20).
Top View Of The SpeedSpool
®
Outer Spool
Inner Reel
Fig. 20
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Perform these required maintenance procedures at the
frequency stated in the table. These procedures should
also be a part of any seasonal tune-up.
NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require
special tools or skills. If you are unsure about
these procedures take your unit to any non-road
engine repair establishment, individual or
authorized service dealer.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and system may be
performed by any non-road engine repair
establishment, individual or authorized service
dealer.
Bump Knob
Arrows
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line,
wire, chain, or rope, etc. These can break off
and become dangerous projectiles.
WARNING: Always use the correct line
length when installing trimming line on the
unit. The line may not release properly if the
line is too long.
WARNING: To prevent serious injury, never
perform maintenance or repairs with the unit
running. Always service and repair a cool unit.
Disconnect the spark plug wire to ensure that
the unit cannot start.
FREQUENCY
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
REFER TO
Before starting engine
Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel
Check oil
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Every 10 hours
Clean and re-oil air filter
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First change at 10 hours
Every 25 hours thereafter
Every 25 hours
Change oil
Change oil
Clean spark arrestor
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10 hours on new engine
Every 25 hours
Every 25 hours
Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust
Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust
Check spark plug condition and gap
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