Scalping
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
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
m_WARNING:
Disconnect
the spark
plug before performing
mah_tenance
except
for carburetor
adjustments.
HELPFUL
TIP
IMPORTANT:
Have
all
repairs
Other than the rec-
ommended
maintenance
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,
Electrolux
Home
Products,
Inc., may not pay for repairs
under war-
ranty, ltis yeur reepensibility
to maintain
and perform
general maintenance.
CHECK
FOR
LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND
PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing
Screws
• Assist Handle Screw
• 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 engine 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
DE-
CALS
• After
each use. inspect complete
unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals 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
engh_e perform-
ance
and increases
fuel
consumption
and
harmful emissions.
Always
clean after every
5 hours of operation.
1.
Clean
the air filter cover
and the area
around it to keep dirt from falling into the
carburetor
chamber
when
the cover
is
opened.
2.
Open
air filter cover
by pushing
button
(see illustration).
Remove air filter.
NOTE:
To avoid creating
a fire hazard
or
producing
harmful evaporative
emissions,
do
not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable
solvent.
3.
Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.
Allow filter to dry.
5.
Replace
air filter and close cover.