OPERATOR'S MANUA Assembly ° Operation ° Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting 177817 Rev. 3 03.16.06 BY Printed in U.S.A.
Safety Rules ........................................ Assembly ................................................. Operation ............................................. Maintenance Schedule .......................... 2-4 4 5-9 10 Maintenance .................................... 10-13 Service and Adjustments ................. 14-15 Storage ............................................ 15-16 Troubleshooting .....................................
• Stop the rotatingtrimmer head when crossing graveldrives,walks, or roads. Waitfor the cuttinglines to stop rotating. • Stop the engine (motor) wheneveryou leave the equipmentand allowit to cool, beforecleaning,repairingor inspecting the unit. Be sure the trimmer head and all moving parts have stopped. • Operateonly in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operatethe machinewhile under the influenceof alcohol or drugs. • Neveroperate machinein wet grass.
_L, WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. A CAUTION: Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER (TECUMSEH READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND MODELS) ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your trimmer to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your trimmer or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. [ ,AWARNING AVOIDSERIOUS INJURY ORDEATH CAUTION ENGINE OFF .
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER (BRIGGS & STRATTON MODELS) READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your trimmer to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your trimmer or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
SAFETYGLASSES The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRIMMER TO ADJUST ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) SPEED TRIMMING HEIGHT _iCAUTION: Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
3. You receive a container of oil with the unit. Slowly pour 3/4 (15 oz.) of the oil from the container down the oil fill 4. spout into the engine. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle. Insert and tighten dipstick, move it to check oil level. ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.
• Frequently clean the underside of the trimmer to remove any grass build up. Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow and extend engine life. See "TO REMOVE ENGINE COVER" in the Maintenance section of this manual. Throttle control _ • For best results and longer lasting line, use the ends of the line to do the cutting. This is easily done by moving slowly through very thick and heavy weeds.
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20" MODELS TRIMMER Chassis cover Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. Wrap line around • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. TRIMMER Debris shield mark LINE For best results, replace trimmer lines when they have worn to half their original length. 20" models use .130 inch diameter trimmer line trim- mer line.
TO REPLACE 1. 2. TRIMMER ENGINE LINE Disconnect spark plug wire plug and place wire where come in contact with spark Remove worn trimmer line from spark it cannot plug. from line carrier plate. 3. Fold new, cut to length, trimmer line in half and insert folded end through carrier plate opening to back side of retainer clip. 4. With folded end of line at back side of 5. 6. 7. Read the mantenance engine manual.
AIR FILTER CLEAN UNDER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often (TECUMSEH ENGINE MODELS COVER ONLY) Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. Clean under engine cover before each use, or more frequently in heavy cutting or dirty conditions.
A CAUTION: 1. 2. 3. Stop engine. Make sure the rotating lines and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. Before performing any service TRIMMER TO ADJUST 3. TRIMMING See "TO ADJUST the Operation and adjustments: HEIGHT TRIMMING section HEIGHT" 4. in of this manual. 5. TO ADJUST HANDLE (IF EQUIPPED) The upper handle may be adjusted to different height positions.
11.Assemblenew belt, idler pulleys and bottom belt keeperto idler bracket. Tightenpulley bolts securely. NOTE: Be sure belt is insidetop belt keeper on idler assembly. 12.Positionbelt and idler assembly in trimmer,reconnectidler spring and assemble idler to chassis. Enginepulley Chassis .-1" -. 13. Install belt around trimmer head pulley and engine pulley. 14. Replace debris shield and tighten the four (4) screws securely. 15. Replace chassis cover and tighten screw securely.
4. Touchup all rusted or chippedpaint surfaces;sand lightly beforepainting. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. HANDLE Youcan fold your trimmer handlefor storage. • Loosen handleknob enoughto allow upper handleto be folded forward.
TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate to a qualified center. PROBLEM Does not start service section in manual unless directed CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 1. Clean/replace 2. Fill fuel tank. 4. Water in fuel. 4. Empty 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 5. Connect 6. Bad spark plug. 7. Throttle control lever not 6. Replace spark plug. 7. Move throttle lever to FAST 3. Empty air filter. fuel tank and refill with fresh, clean gasoline.
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