READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

???For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using the trimmer. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below may result in serious personal injury.

???Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.

???Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

???Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, wire or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the string head.

???Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating this unit.

???Wear heavy long trousers, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, shorts, jewellery of any kind, or go barefoot.

???Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.

???Keep all bystanders, children and pets at least 15 m (50 ft) away.

???Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

???Do not operate in poor lighting.

???Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching may result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.

???Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.

???Do not touch area round the silencer or cylinder of the trimmer; these parts get hot from operation.

???Always stop the engine and remove the sparking plug wire before making any adjustments or repairs except for carburettor adjustments.

???Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel leaks etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.

???The string head will rotate during carburettor adjustments.

???It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud???s Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking and work practices are all thought to contribute to the development of these symptoms. It is not known at present what, if any, vibrations or extent of exposure may contribute to the condition. There are measures which can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:

a)Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud???s Syndrome.

b)After each period of operation, exercise to increase blood circulation.

c)Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of exposure per day.

d)Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened and worn parts replaced.

If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition, immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about these symptoms.

???Mix and store fuel in a container approved for petrol.

???Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m (30 ft) away from refuelling site before starting engine.

???Stop the engine and allow to cool before refuelling or storing the unit.

???Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and secure the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE

???Replace string head if cracked, chipped or damaged in any way. Be sure the string head is properly installed and securely fastened. Failure to do so may cause serious injury.

???Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles are properly and securely attached.

???Use only the manufacturer???s replacement string in the cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.

???Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in good condition.

???Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with the string head located over 76 cm (30 in) or more above the ground.

INSTRUCTIONS

???Carefully remove the product from the carton.

???Inspect the product to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during carriage.

???Do not discard the packing material until you have inspected and operated the product.

PACKING LIST FOR OWNER???S KIT

???Grass deflector

???Front handle

???Trim ???n Edge Kit

???Silencer guard, torque wrench and screws

???Fixings

???Operator???s manual

SILENCER

GUARD

THROTTLE CONTROL

AND REAR HANDLE

FRONT HANDLE

See Figure 2.

1.Remove the front handle, bolt and wing nut from the Owner???s Kit.

2.Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing and move it to a comfortable position.

3.Place the bolt through the front handle as shown. Then install the wing nut.

4.Tighten wing nut securely.

NOTE: Do not attempt to remove or modify the spacer. This spacer limits the upper position of the handle grip. See Figure 2.

SILENCER GUARD ASSEMBLY

See Figure 3.

1.Remove silencer guard and two screws from the owner???s kit.

2.Attach the silencer guard to the rear housing.

NOTE: Make sure the bent end of the silencer guard fits securely into the opening of the rear housing.

3.Install two screws.

4.Tighten screws securely.

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FRONT HANDLE

BOLT

SCREWS

WING NUT

Fig. 2

REAR HOUSING

SILENCER

GUARD

BENT END OF

SILENCER GUARD

OPENING IN REAR

HOUSING

Fig. 3

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:

EDGER GUIDE ASSEMBLY

See Figure 4.

1.Assemble the two plastic pieces of the edger guide together using the short bolt, flat washer, lock washer and wing nut.

2.Slide the edger guide to adjust it to the desired trimming length.

3.Tighten the wing nut securely.

GRASS DEFLECTOR AND EDGER GUIDE ASSEMBLY

See Figures 5 and 6.

1.Remove the wing nut, flat washer, lock washer and bolt from the Owner???s Kit.

2.Place the grass deflector over the shaft and bracket.

3.Slide the assembled edger guide over the tabs on the grass deflector and bracket.

4.Place the bolt through the slots in the tabs on the grass deflector and trimmer.

NOTE: Ensure the slots are aligned before installing the bolt.

5.Install the flat washer, lock washer and wing nut.

6.Tighten the wing nut securely.

WING NUT

LOCK

WASHER

EDGER GUIDE

PIECES

FLAT WASHER

SHORT BOLT

Fig. 4

LOCK

WASHER

LONG BOLT

FLAT

WASHER

FUEL AND REFUELLING

HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY

???Always handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.

???Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and flames. Do not inhale fuel vapour.

???Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with your skin.

???Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol or oil comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor immediately.

???Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

MIXING THE FUEL

???This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing petrol and 2-cycle oil. Pre-mix unleaded petrol and 2-cycle engine oil in a clean container approved

for petrol.

???This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of 87 ([R + M] / 2) or higher.

???Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol/oil from fuel service stations. This includes the pre-mixed petrol/oil intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles etc.

???Use a high quality 2-cycle self-mixing oil for air-cooled engines. Do not use motor vehicle oil or 2-cycle outboard oil.

???Mix 2% oil into the petrol. This is a 50:1 ratio.

???Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time before refuelling.

???Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day period. A 2-cycle oil containing a fuel stabiliser is recommended.

FILLING THE TANK

1.Clean surface round fuel cap to prevent contamination.

2.Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap.

3.Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.

4.Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.

5.Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m (30 ft) away from refuelling site before starting engine.

NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine during and after first use.

WARNING

Always shut off engine before refuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 9 m (30 ft) from refuelling site before starting engine. Do not smoke!

OPERATING THE TRIMMER

See Figure 7.

Hold the trimmer with the right hand on the trigger handle and the left hand on the left handle. Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation.Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height.

Always operate trimmer at full throttle. Cut tall grass from the top down.This will prevent grass from wrapping round the drive shaft housing and string head which may cause damage from overheating. If grass becomes wrapped round the string head, stop the engine, disconnect the sparking plug wire, and remove the grass. Prolonged cutting at partial throttle will result in oil dripping from the silencer.

ADVANCING THE STRING

ADVANCING STRING USING THE EZ LINE??? TAP

ADVANCE SYSTEM

String advance is controlled by tapping string head on grass while running engine at full throttle.

1.Run engine at full throttle.

2.Tap string head on ground to advance string. String advances each time the head is tapped.

3.Several taps may be required until string strikes the cut-off blade.

4.Resume trimming.

NOTE: If the string is worn too short you may not be able to advance the string by tapping it on the ground. If so, STOP THE ENGINE, and manually advance the string.

ADVANCING THE STRING MANUALLY

Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string(s) to manually advance the string.

CUTTING TIPS

See Figure 8.

???Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area.

???Do not cut in dangerous cutting area.

???Use the tip of string to do the cutting; do not force string head into uncut grass.

???Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear, even breakage. Stone and brick walls, kerbs and wood may wear string rapidly.

???Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood mouldings, cladding and fence posts can easily be damaged by the string.

Fig.

GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING

CUT-OFF BLADE

See Figure 9.

This trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-off blade on the grass deflector. For best cutting, advance string until it is trimmed to length by the cut-off blade. Advance string whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal. This will maintain best performance and keep string long enough to advance properly.

Fig. 9

???The edger guide allows the trimmer to be used as an edger for cutting along paths, drives, flower beds etc. The edger guide is convenient to use and supports the trimmer as it is being used as an edger.

???Be extremely careful when tilting the trimmer to use as an edger. The silencer and the exhaust from the silencer get very hot during operation. Keep the silencer away from all body parts. See Figure 11.

STARTING AND STOPPING

See Figures 12 and 13.

WARNING:

Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

TO START A COLD ENGINE:

1.Lay trimmer on a flat, bare surface. Move switch to ???I??? (RUN) position.

NOTE: Unit is equipped with a positive on-off switch. Make sure switch is in the ???I??? (RUN) position before starting the unit.

2.Push primer bulb 8 to 10 times.

3.Set choke lever to choke position ( ).

4.Depress interlock, squeeze trigger and pull starter rope until engine tries to run. (No more than 6 pulls.)

5.Set choke lever to half choke position ( ).

6.Hold trigger and pull starter rope until engine runs.

7.Run engine 30 to 45 seconds at full throttle (with trigger depressed fully) on half choke position ( ) to warm up. Move choke lever to run position ( ).

TO START A WARM ENGINE:

1.Move choke lever to run position ( ).

2.Hold trigger and pull starter rope until engine runs.

TO STOP THE ENGINE:

To stop the engine, depress the switch to ???O??? position.

NOTE: Be sure to return the stop switch to the ???I??? (RUN) position before trying to start unit.

IGNITION SWITCH

I = ON TO RUN

O = OFF TO STOP

THROTTLE INTERLOCK

THROTTLE

TRIGGER

Fig. 12

CHOKE LEVER

PRIMER BULB

RUN POSITION

HALF

CHOKE

POSITION

CHOKE

POSITION

Fig. 13

WARNING:

Use only original manufacturer???s replacement parts, accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can cause possible injury, poor performance and may void your warranty.

You may make adjustments and repairs described here. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by an authorised servicing dealer.

SPOOL REPLACEMENT

EZ LINE??? TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM

NEW PRE-WOUND SPOOL

See Figures 14 and 15.

If replacing string only, refer to ???String Replacement??? later in this manual.

Use only 2.0 mm (0.080 in) diameter monofilament string. Use the manufacturer???s replacement string for best performance.

1.Stop the engine and disconnect the sparking plug wire. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer. Turn anticlockwise.

2.Remove the empty spool from the string head. Keep the spring attached to the spool.

3.To install the new spool, make sure the two strings are captured in the slots opposite each other on the new spool. Make sure the ends of each string is extended approximately 152 mm (6 in) beyond each slot.

4.Thread the strings into the eyelets in the string head. Carefully push the spool into the string head (gently pull the strings to the outside if necessary). When the spool is positioned in the string head, grasp the strings and pull sharply to release them from the slots in the spool.

5.Push down and turn the spool anticlockwise until it no longer turns. Hold the spool down and rotate clockwise a small amount. Release the spool. The spool should be locked down in the string head. If not, hold down and rotate until locked.

6.Make sure the string head and the spool retainer are installed on the drive shaft by turning the retainer clockwise to tighten.

7.Pull the strings again to rotate the spool into cutting position. Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string(s) to manually advance the string and to check for proper assembly of the string head.

SPOOL

RETAINER

Fig. 14

SPRING

SLOTS

EYELETS

STRING HEAD

DRIVE SHAFT

Fig. 15

STRING REPLACEMENT

See Figures 16, 17, 18 and 19.

1Stop the engine and disconnect the sparking plug wire. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer. Turn anticlockwise.

2Remove the spool from the string head. NOTE: Keep the spring attached to the spool. Remove any old string remaining on the spool.

3Cut two pieces of string, each being approximately 2.7 m (9 ft) long.

4Insert the first string into the anchor hole in the upper part of the spool. Wind the first string round the upper part of the spool anticlockwise, as shown by the arrows on the spool. Place string in the slot on upper spool flange, leaving about 152 mm (6 in) extended beyond the slot. Do not overfill. After winding the string, there should be at least 6 mm (1/4 in) between the wound string and the outside edge of the spool.

5Repeat above step with second string, using the bottom part of spool. Do not overfill.

6Replace the spool and the spool retainer. Refer to ???Spool Replacement ??? earlier in this manual.

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND

SILENCER

Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of oil used and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port and silencer may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your petrol-powered tool, a qualified service technician will need to remove these deposits to restore performance.

SPARK ARRESTER

The spark arrester must be cleaned or replaced every 25 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product. Spark arresters may be in different locations depending on the model purchased. Please contact your nearest service dealer for the location of the spark arrester for your model.

Cleaning Instructions:

???Remove the spark arrester from the silencer.

???If your spark arrester is made of fibreglass, discard and replace.

???If your spark arrester is made of metal, follow these cleaning instructions:

1.Spray the spark arrester with a quality carbon cleaner.

2.Gently clean using a wire brush.

3.Install the new or cleaned spark arrester and reassemble completely before use.

ARROWS ON

SPOOL

ANCHOR

HOLE

FIRST STRING

SLOT

Fig. 17

SECOND

STRING

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

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MAINTENANCE

REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER

See Figures 20 and 21.

For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.

1 Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.

2 Remove the filter and clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely. For best performance, replace annually.

3 Install the filter, align tabs, push in, and make sure the latches are locked into place.

FUEL CAP

WARNING:

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately.

The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor- mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened, the check valve may be faulty or the filter clogged. Replace fuel cap if required.

SPARKING PLUG

This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y with 0.63mm (0.025 in.) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.

STORAGE (1MONTH OR LONGER)

1Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for petrol. Run engine until it stops.

2 Clean all foreign material from the trimmer. Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

3 Abide by all regulations for the safe storage and han- dling of petrol. Excess fuel should be used up in other 2-cycle engine-powered equipment.

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LATCH

PULL COVER

TO OPEN

Fig. 20

FILTER

AIR FILTER

COVER

Fig. 21

2.No fuel.

3.Flooded engine.

4.Starter rope pulls harder now than when new.

1.Check spark. Remove sparking plug. Reattach the sparking plug cap and lay sparking plug on metal cylinder. Pull the starter rope and watch for spark at sparking plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test with a new sparking plug.

2.Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb does not fill, primary fuel delivery system is blocked. Contact a service dealer. If primer bulb fills, engine may be flooded (see next item).

3.Remove sparking plug, turn trimmer so sparking plug hole is aimed at the ground. Move choke lever to ???RUN??? and pull starter cord 10 to 15 times. This will clear excess fuel from engine. Clean and reinstall sparking plug. Pull starter three times with choke lever at ???RUN???. If engine does not start, move choke lever to ???CHOKE??? and repeat normal starting procedure. If engine still fails to start, repeat procedure with a new sparking plug.

4.Contact a service dealer.

1.Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle oil mix.

2.Clean the air filter. Refer to ???Replacing and Cleaning the Air Filter ??? earlier in this manual.

3.Turn ???H??? needle clockwise 1/16 - 1/8 turn.

See Figure 22.

1.Lubricate with silicone spray.

2.Install more string. Refer to ???String Replacement??? earlier in this manual.

3.Pull strings while alternately pressing down on and releasing spool retainer.

4.Remove string from spool and rewind. Refer to ???String Replacement??? earlier in this manual.

5.Advance string at full throttle.

Grass wraps round drive shaft housing and string head:

1.Cutting tall grass at ground level.

2.Operating trimmer at part throttle.

1.Cut tall grass from the top down.

2.Operate trimmer at full throttle.

Clean threads and lubricate with grease - if no improvement, replace spool retainer.

1.Operate trimmer at full throttle.

2.Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle oil mix.

3.Clean air filter. Refer to ???Replacing and Cleaning the Air Filter??? earlier in this manual.

4.Turn ???H??? needle clockwise 1/16 - 1/8 turn.

See Figure 22.

NOTE: The carburettor adjustment needle(s) are equipped with plastic cap(s) which prevent anticlockwise rotation from the original factory adjustment. If your unit exhibits specific performance problem(s) where the Trouble Shooting Section recommends an anticlockwise needle adjustment and no adjustments have been made since original purchase, the unit should be taken to a factory-authorised service dealer for repair. In most cases, the needed adjustment is a simple task for the factory-trained service representative.

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

???L??? LO

NEEDLE