On some units, the D-handle may be pre-installed,
requiring only loosening screws and some adjustment. If
this is the case, go to step 4.
INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE D-HANDLE
1. Remove the screws and bottom clamp piece that
were installed on the D-handle for shipping.
2. Place D-handle the over the shaft housing and onto
the bottom clamp (Fig. 1). Place it a minimum of 6
inches (15.24 cm) from the end of the shaft grip.
3. Start screws with a large Flat-head or T-25 Torx
screwdriver. Do not tighten until you make the
handle adjustment.
4. If the D-handle was pre-installed, loosen the screws
on the handle just enough to move it.
(4) Screws
Shaft Grip
Housing
On/Off Stop Control
Minimum 6 inches
(15.24 cm)
D-Handle
Bottom Clamp
5. While holding the unit in the operating position
(Fig. 2), position the D-handle to the location that
provides you the best grip.
6. Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the D-handle
is secure.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Shaft
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
INSTALLING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT SHIELD
Use the following instructions if the cutting attachment
shield on your unit is not installed or if you ever need to
re-install it.
WARNING:
cutting attachment shield in place to
prevent serious personal injury.
1. Slide the cutting attachment shield into the shield
mount on the cutting attachment. Align the screw
holes in the shield with the holes in the cutting
attachment (Fig. 3).
Shaft Housing
Cutting Attachment
2. Place a hex lock nut into one of the three recessed
holes on the top of the cutting attachment shield (Fig 4).
3. Install a screw into the hole from the bottom of the
cutting attachment shield and screw it into the nut
installed in step 2 (Fig 5). Do not tighten.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all three screws have
been started, then tighten securely.
Never operate the
trimmer without the
Cutting Attachment
Shield
Shield Mount
Fig. 3
Cutting Attachment
Shield
Recessed Holes
Hex Lock Nut
Fig. 4
Screws
Fig. 5
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