Operating Procedures - Metabo HPT CG 23ECP (SL) Mode D'emploi

○ The cutting head must be securely mounted to
the unit's gear case/cutter case.
○ If the cutting head does not feed cutting line
properly, check that the nylon line and all
components are properly installed. Contact
metabo HPT Authorized Service Centers if you
need assistance.
WARNING
For metabo HPT heads, use only fl exible,
non-metallic line
manufacturer. Never use wire or wire ropes.
They can break off and become a dangerous
projectile.
3. Installation (Fig. 4)
Insert the Hex bar wrench (8) into the hole of the
gear case and groove of the Cutter holder (9) in
order to lock the shaft.
Install cutting head on gear case of grass
trimmers. The mounting
threaded. Turn clockwise to loosen/counter-
clockwise to tighten.
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4. Adjusting line length
Set the engine speed as low as possible and tap
the head on the ground. The nylon line will be
drawn out about 1-3/16˝ (3 cm) with each tap.
(Fig. 5)
recommended by
nut is left-hand-
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Also, you can extend the nylon line by hand but
the engine must be completely stopped. (Fig. 6)
the
Adjust the nylon line to the proper length
of 4-11/32˝–5-1/2˝ (11–14 cm) before each
operation.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Fuel (Fig. 7)
WARNING
● The trimmer is equipped with a two-stroke
engine. Always run the engine on fuel, which
is mixed with oil.
Provide good ventilation, when fueling or
handling fuel.
● Fuel contains highly fl ammable and it is
possible to get the serious personal injury
when inhaling or spilling on your body.
Always pay attention when handling fuel.
Always have good ventilation when handling
fuel inside building.
Fuel
○ Always use branded 89 octane unleaded
gasoline.
○ Use genuine two-cycle oil or use a mix between
25:1 to 50:1, please consult about the mixture
ratio to metabo HPT Authorized Service Centers.
○ Only for the state of California at 50:1.
English
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
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