Note: The spool can be opened for cleaning or to remove
a longer line.
– Press locking plate (4) and simultaneously turn the
upper spool housing (5) all the way anti-clockwise
(Fig. 30a).
– Remove upper spool housing (Fig. 30b).
Assembly is in reverse sequence. Ensure that the arrows
on the upper spool housing (5) and on the locking plate
(4) are in alignment (Fig. 30c).
– Then press the spool halves firmly together and
simultaneously turn the upper spool housing all the
way clockwise so that the locking plate can engage.
Cleaning the air filter
After ten operating hours clean and lubricate the air filter.
It is important to service these components properly.
If the air filter is not cleaned and serviced, any warranty
will be deemed null and void.
1. Open air filter cover: Press retention plate (3) and open
cover (1) (Fig. 31).
2. Remove the air filter (2) (Fig. 31).
3. Wash the filter with detergent and water (Fig. 32).
Flush out the filter thoroughly, leave to drip and
dry completely.
4. Use adequately clean oil (SAE 30) to lubricate the filter
easily (Fig. 33).
5. Press on the filter to distribute the oil and remove excess
oil (Fig. 34).
6. Install filter.
7. Close air filter cover, ensuring that it locks in place.
Note: If the unit is used without the air filter, the warranty
will be voided.
Adjust carburettor
The idle speed can be set with the screw (Fig. 35).
Have this setting carried out by a specialist company only.
Check/replace spark plug
Use a Champion RDJ7J spark plug (or an equivalent
spark plug). The correct electrode gap is 0,63 mm.
Every 50 operating hours take out the spark plug and check
its condition.
1. Stop the engine and leave it to cool down.
2. Remove spark-plug terminal.
3. Remove dirt from around the spark plug.
4. Unscrew spark plug to the left with a spark plug wrench.
5. Check/set the electrode gap 0,63 mm (Fig. 36).
Note: Replace a damaged, sooted or dirty spark plug.
6. Screw in spark plug and tighten to a torque
of 12.3–13.5 Nm. Do not tighten too tightly.
Maintenance and repair
Cleaning
Use a small brush for cleaning the outside of the unit.
Do not use abrasive detergents. Household cleaners which
contain aromatic oils such as pine oil or lemon as well as
solvents such as kerosene may damage the plastic housing
and handle. Wipe damp areas with a soft cloth.
Storage
Long-term storage
If the unit is to be stored for a prolonged period, proceed
as follows:
1. Drain all the fuel out of the tank and pour into a container
2. Start the engine and leave running until it stops.
3. Leave the engine to cool down. Take out the spark plug
Note: Before starting the lawn trimmer after storage, take out
4. Thoroughly clean the unit and check for loose and
5. Store the unit locked away or high up to prevent
Transportation
Warranty
The warranty regulations issued by our company or the
importer are valid in all countries. We shall repair any faults
on your unit free of charge in accordance with the warranty,
provided the fault was due to defective materials or manu-
facturing. If claiming under the warranty, please contact your
seller or your nearest branch.
Never store the unit with fuel in the tank or where fumes
are within reach of a spark or naked flame.
Before storing the unit, leave the engine to cool down.
Store the unit locked away or high up to prevent
unauthorised use and damage. Keep the unit away from
children.
with the same two-stroke mixture. Do not use fuel which
has been stored for longer than 60 days.
This ensures that there is no fuel left in the carburettor.
and pour a high-quality engine oil or two-stroke oil into
the cylinder. Slowly pull the starter rope to distribute
the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
the spark plug and pour all the oil out of the cylinder.
damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts and
tighten loose screws, nuts and bolts. The unit can now
be stored.
unauthorised use and damage. Keep the unit away
from children.
Before transporting the unit, leave it to cool down.
Empty the fuel tank before transporting the unit.
Filler cap must be closed tightly.
Secure the unit to prevent it from shifting during
transportation.
21