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inSTruCTiOnS:
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.
Remove original head as described in your trimmer Operator's Manual.
1.
Remove original head as described in your trimmer Operator's Manual.
2A. For machines with extended threaded shafts (A) select triangular adaptor (C) that most closely
2A. For machines with extended threaded shafts (A) select triangular adaptor (C) that most closely
matches diameter of the threaded shaft. Select the correct nut (D) thread size and tightening direc-
matches diameter of the threaded shaft. Select the correct nut (D) thread size and tightening
tion. Refer to Application Chart on page 5 and bag content list below to select correct hardware
direction. Refer to Application Chart on page 5 and bag content list below to select correct
for your specific model.
hardware for your specific model.
2B.
For machines with threaded holes (B) select the correct size bolt (E) that threads into the gear box.
2B. For machines with threaded holes (B) select the correct size bolt (E) that threads into the gear
Then select triangular adaptor (C) that most closely matches the diameter of the bolt.
box. Then select triangular adaptor (C) that most closely matches the diameter of the bolt.
2C.
For Stihl FS straight shaft models only, mount Rapid Loader
2C. For Stihl FS straight shaft models and Husqvarna 300 Series, mount Rapid Loader
shoulder on bottom of gear box. Place nylon spacer (J), small washer (H), and nut (D) into center
directly over one inch shoulder on -bottom of gear box. Place nylon spacer (J), and nut (D)
of Rapid Loader head (G) and tighten securely. Disregard steps 3~7.
into center of Rapid Loader
3.
Place the large washer (F) between the bottom of the gear box and the trimmer head (G).
Disregard steps 3~6.
4.
Place the triangular adaptor (C) into the center recess of the Rapid Loader
3.
Place the large washer (F) between the bottom of the gear box and the trimmer head (G).
the triangle boss with triangle opening in recess.
4.
Place the black triangular adaptor (C) into the center recess of the Rapid Loader
5.
Thread the selected nut (D) or bolt (E) into the center of the Rapid Loader
align the triangle boss with triangle opening in recess.
securely.
5.
Thread the selected nut (D) or bolt (E) into the center of the Rapid Loader
6.
Insert pre-cut 204 mm (8 in.) length of nylon cutting line (recommended sizes 2.4 mm [.095 in.]
securely.
to 3.3 mm [.130 in.]) through outside openings of trimmer head. Minimum of 153mm (6 in.) of
6.
Insert pre-cut 204 mm (8 in.) length of nylon cutting line (recommended sizes 2.4 mm [.095 in.]
line should extend from each opening. 3.3mm [.130 in.] line not recommended for trimmers under
to 3.9 mm [.155 in.]) through outside openings of trimmer head. Minimum of 153mm (6 in.) of
25cc.
line should extend from each opening. 3.9mm [.155 in.] line not recommended for trimmers
under 26cc.
NOTE
Insert cutting line ends to center of head recess to insure easy removal of used lines.
NOTE
Trimmer Line Diameter Usage
Insert cutting line ends to center of head recess to insure easy removal of used lines.
All curved Shaft Line Trimmers Use Line Diameter .080" To .095"
Line Trimmers Engine Size 15cc. To 24CC. Use Line Diameter .095" To .105"
Trimmer Line Diameter Usage
Line Trimmers Engine Size 25cc. & UP Use Line Diameter .095" To .130"
All curved Shaft Line Trimmers Use Line Diameter .080" To .095"
Line Trimmers Engine Size 15cc. To 24CC. Use Line Diameter .095" To .105"
21560057 (REF# RL-35)
Line Trimmers Engine Size 25cc. & UP Use Line Diameter .095" To .155"
Contact your ECHO Dealer to order Rapid Loader
21560057 (REF# RL-35)
ORANGE BAG CONTENT LIST
Contact your ECHO Dealer to order Rapid Loader
ORANGE BAG CONTENT LIST
REF #
COLOR
RL52
SILVER
REF #
RL53
GOLD
RL52
RL70
BLUE
RL53
RL72
BLACK
RL70
RL74
GOLD
RL72
RL77
RED
RL74
RL78
SILVER
RL77
RL42
SILVER
RL78
RL45
SILVER
RL42
RL45
GREEN BAG CONTENT LIST
To be used with three piece adapter (REF# RL-30).
GREEN BAG CONTENT LIST
To be used with three piece adapter (REF# RL-30).
COLOR
GOLD
SILVER
SILVER
SILVER
SILVER
IMPORTANT
Do not force bolts or nuts onto trimmer shaft, otherwise damage to trimmer threads may occur.
IMPORTANT
Do not force bolts or nuts onto trimmer shaft, otherwise damage to trimmer threads may occur.
head (G) and tighten securely.
TM
ADAPTER SOLD SEPARATELY FOR STIHL FS CURVED SHAFT TRIMMERS.
ADAPTER SOLD SEPARATELY FOR STIHL FS CURVED SHAFT TRIMMERS.
pre-cut replacement line.
TM
TM
DESCRIPTION
mm
10
X 1.25 X 22 LEFT HAND BOLT
COLOR
DESCRIPTION
mm
8
X 1.25 X 22 LEFT HAND BOLT
mm
SILVER
10
mm
8
X 1.25 LEFT HAND NUT
mm
GOLD
8
mm
10
X 1.00 LEFT HAND NUT
mm
BLUE
8
mm
10
X 1.25 LEFT HAND NUT
mm
BLACK
10
3/8 - 24 RIGHT HAND NUT
(In Greeen Bag)
mm
GOLD
10
3/8 - 24 LEFT HAND NUT
SILVER
3/8 - 24 LEFT HAND NUT
3/8 X 1.5 IN. LARGE FENDER WASHER
RED
3/8 - 24 RIGHT HAND NUT
3/8 X 1.25 IN. SMALL FENDER WASHER
(In Greeen Bag)
SILVER
3/8 X 1.5 IN. LARGE FENDER WASHER
SILVER
3/8 X 1.25 IN. SMALL FENDER WASHER
DESCRIPTION
mm
8
X 1.25 RIGHT HAND NUT
COLOR
DESCRIPTION
5/16 -20 X1 RIGHT HAND BOLT
mm
GOLD
8
1/4 - 20 X 1/2 RIGHT HAND BOLT
SILVER
5/16 -20 X1 RIGHT HAND BOLT
5/16 - 24 RIGHT HAND NUT
SILVER
1/4 - 20 X 1/2 RIGHT HAND BOLT
3/8 FLAT WASHER
SILVER
5/16 - 24 RIGHT HAND NUT
SILVER
3/8 FLAT WASHER
head (G) directly over one inch
TM
head (G) and align
TM
head (G) and tighten
TM
TM
head (G) and tighten
pre-cut replacement line.
X 1.25 X 22 LEFT HAND BOLT
X 1.25 X 22 LEFT HAND BOLT
X 1.25 LEFT HAND NUT
X 1.00 LEFT HAND NUT
X 1.25 LEFT HAND NUT
X 1.25 RIGHT HAND NUT
A
head (G)
TM
F
G
TM
head (G) and
C
D
B
J
E