:
Hold the mowing head steady.
:
Rotate the spool counterclockwise
until the shortest line is about 10 cm
long.
:
If necessary, cut the longer line to a
length of about 10 cm.
The mowing head is now full.
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Replacing the Nylon Line
STIHL AutoCut 5-2
Always inspect the mowing head for
signs of wear before fitting replacement
nylon line.
If there are signs of serious wear,
replace the parts concerned or
install a completely new mowing
head.
Preparing the Trimmer
:
Shut off the engine.
:
Lay your trimmer on its back with
the mowing head facing up.
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Removing Remaining Nylon Line
:
Open the mowing head – hold it
steady with one hand and unscrew
the cap (1) counterclockwise.
:
Disengage the spool (2), take it out
of the mowing head and remove the
remaining nylon line.
Winding Nylon Line Onto Spool
A prewound spool** may be
installed to save the following
procedure.
** see "Special Accessories"
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