SCALPING
- The scalping
technique
re-
moves unwanted
vegetation
down t othe
ground.
Hold t he bottom
ofthe trimmer
head
about 3inches (8 cm) above the ground and
at a n angle.
Allow the tip of t he
l ine to strike the
ground around trees, posts, monuments,
etc.
This technique
h_creases line wear.
Scalping
3 inches (8 em)
above ground
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MOWING
- Your trimmer
is ideal for mowing
in places
conventional
lawn mowers
cannot
reach.
In the mowing
position,
keep the line
parallel
to the ground.
Avoid
pressing
the
head into the ground
as this can scalp the
ground
and damage
the tool.
Mowing
SWEEPING
- The fanning action of the rotat-
ing line can be used for a quick
and easy
clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above
the surfaces
being swept and move the tool
from side to side.
Sweeping
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J
EDGING
- Adjust trimmer
to the edging posi-
tion (see TWIST AND EDGE section).
Allow
only the tip of the fine to make contact.
Do not
force trimmer line into work area.
Edging
,tA
rmWARNING:
Disconnect
the spark
plug before performing
maintenance
except
for carburetor
adjustments.
HELPFUL
TIP
IMPORTANT:
Have
all
_
repairs
Other than the rec
_
ommended
maintenance
IL
_) described
in the instruction
'/
manual
performed
by an
authorized
Service dealer.
If any dealer
Other than an authorized
Service
dealer
performs
work
on the
product,
Electrotux
Home
Products,
Inc., may not pay for repairs
under war-
ranty, lt is your responsibility
to maintain
and perform
general maintenance.
CHECK
FOR
LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND
PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing
Screws
• Assist Handle Screws
• Debris Shield
CHECK
FOR
DAMAGED
OR
WORN
PARTS
Contact
an authorized
service
dealer for re-
placement
of damaged
or worn parts.
• STOP Switch
- Ensure STOP switch func-
tions properly
by pushing
and holding the
switch in the STOP position.
Make sure en-
gine stops. Restart engh_e and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Discontinue
use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage
or leaks.
• Debris
Shield
- Discontinue
use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT
AND
CLEAN
UNIT
AND
LABELS
• After
each use. inspect
complete
unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN
AIR
FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases
engine perform-
ance
and increases
fuel
consumption
and
harmful emissions.
Always
clean after every
5 hours of operation.