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TRIMMING PROCEDURES
When properly equipped with a debris shield and linehead,
your unit will trim unsightly weeds and tall grass in those
hard-to-reach areas - along fences, walls, foundations and
around trees. It can also be used for scalping to remove
vegetation down to the ground for easier preparation of a
garden or to clean out a particular area.
NOTE: Even with care, trimming around foundations, brick
or stone walls, curves, etc., will result in above normal
string wear.
TRIMMING / MOWING
Swing trimmer with a
sickle-like motion from
side to side. Do not tilt the
linehead during the pro-
cedure. Test area to be
trimmed for proper cutting
height. Keep linehead at
same level for even depth
of cut (Fig. 12A).
CLOSER TRIMMING
Position trimmer straight
ahead with a slight tilt
so bottom of linehead is
above ground level and
line contact occurs at
proper cutting point. Always cut away from operator. Do
not pull trimmer in toward operator.
FENCE / FOUNDATION TRIMMING
Approach trimming around chain link fences, picket fenc-
es, rock walls and foundations slowly to cut close without
whipping line against the barrier. If the line comes in con-
tact with rock, brick walls, or foundations, it will break or
fray. If line snags fencing, it will snap off.
TRIMMING AROUND TREES
Trim around tree trunks with a slow approach so line does
not contact bark. Walk around the tree trimming from left
to right. Approach grass or weeds with the tip of the line
and tilt linehead slightly forward.
SCALPING
Scalping refers to removal of all vegetation down to the
ground. To do this, tilt the linehead to about a 30 degree
angle to the right. By adjusting the handle you will have
better control during this operation. Do not attempt this
procedure if there is any chance flying debris could injure
operator, other people or cause damage to property
(Fig. 12B).
DO NOT SWEEP WITH TRIMMER
Sweeping refers to tilting linehead to sweep away debris
from walkways, etc. Your trimmer is a powerful tool and
small stones or other such debris may be hurled 50 feet
(15 meters) or more, causing injury or damage to nearby
property such as automobiles, homes and windows.
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CUTTING WITH BLADES
Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when
cutting with a blade.
Always use the harness for blade operations.
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USING WEED BLADES (4 TOOTH)
SCYTHING WEEDS
Scything refers to cutting by moving the blade from side to
side in a level arc. It is most effective with grassy weeds
and light undergrowth. It should not be used to cut large,
tough weeds or woody growth (Fig. 13).
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USING A BRUSH BLADE (8 OR 80 TOOTH)
SCYTHING
Scything may be used with a brush blade for light
brush and undergrowth. It is not recommended for tough
growth.
BINDING
Top heavy growth such as saplings and heavy brush can
bind and stop the blade. Avoid binding by anticipating
which way the growth will lean, and cut from the opposite
side.
Fig. 11A
Fig. 11B
BUMP
Fig. 12A
WARNING: Use extreme caution when
SCALPING. Keep a distance of 100 feet (30
meters) between operator, other people and
animals during these operations.
Fig. 12B
CAUTION: Do not use weed blades to cut
brush or tree saplings.
Fig. 13
WARNING: Before operating this machine with
a blade check to ensure it is properly installed.
Follow all warnings listed in the blade safety
precautions section in this manual.
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NOTE: If engine fails to start after repeated attempts, refer
to Troubleshooting section.
NOTE: Always pull starter rope straight out. Pulling starter
at an angle will cause rope to rub against the eyelet. This
friction will cause the rope to fray and wear more quickly.
Always hold starter handle when rope retracts. Never
allow rope to snap back from extended position. This
could cause rope to snag or fray and also damage the
starter assembly.
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WARM ENGINE START
1. Move ignition switch to the “RUN” position (Fig.
10A).
2. Place choke in START “ ” position (Fig. 10B).
3. Grasp throttle handle firmly, squeeze throttle trigger to
FULL position.
4. Pull starter rope briskly until engine starts, but no
more than 6 times. Keep throttle at FULL position until
engine runs smoothly.
5. If engine does not start, place choke in RUN “ ” posi-
tion and pull starter rope 5 more times. If engine still
does not start it is probably flooded. Wait 5 minutes
and repeat procedure with choke in RUN “ ” position
and throttle full open.
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TO STOP ENGINE
Release throttle trigger. Let engine return to idle. Push and
hold ignition stop switch until engine stops.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before operating your unit, review ALL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS in this manual.
WARNING / CAUTION
• IF UNFAMILIAR WITH TRIMMING techniques, practice
the procedures with ENGINE in “OFF” position.
• ALWAYS CLEAR WORK area of debris such as cans,
bottles, rocks, etc. Striking objects can cause serious
injury to operator or bystanders and also damage
equipment. If an object is accidentally hit, immediately
TURN ENGINE OFF and examine equipment. Never
operate unit with damaged or defective equipment.
• ALWAYS TRIM OR CUT AT HIGH ENGINE SPEEDS.
Do not run engine slowly at start or during trimming
operations.
• DO NOT use equipment for purposes other than
trimming or mowing weeds.
• NEVER raise linehead above knee height during
operation.
• DO NOT operate unit with other people or animals
in the immediate vicinity. Allow a minimum of 50 feet
(15 meters) between operator and other people and
animals when trimming or mowing. Allow a distance
of 100 feet (30 meters) between operator and other
people and animals when SCALPING with linehead
cutter.
• IF OPERATING UNIT ON A SLOPE, stand below the
cutting attachment. DO NOT OPERATE on a slope or
hilly incline if there is the slightest chance of slipping or
losing your footing.
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LINEHEAD LINE RELEASE
To release fresh line, run engine at full throttle
and “bump” linehead against lawn. Line will automatically
release.
The knife in debris shield will trim excess line. (Fig. 11A)
Fig. 9C
Fig. 9D
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Fig. 9E
Fig. 9F
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Fig. 9G
Fig. 9H
TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: DO NOT use steel wire or plastic-
coated steel wire of any kind with your line-
head. Serious operator injury can result.
CAUTION: Periodically remove weed wrap
to prevent overheating the drive shaft. Weed
wrap occurs when strands of weed become
entangled around the shaft beneath the
debris shield (Fig. 11B). This condition pre-
vents the shaft from being properly cooled.
Remove weed wrap with screwdriver or
similar device.
Fig. 9A
Fig. 9B
13cm
For Line Head
0-300mm
For blade
100-400mm
Fig. 10B
Fig. 10A
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