MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
Use a Champion RDJ7Y spark plug (or equivalent).
The correct air gap is 0.020 inch (0.5 mm). Remove the
plug after every 25 hours of operation and check its
condition.
1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. Grasp the plug
wire firmly and pull it from the spark plug.
2. Clean around the spark plug. Remove the spark plug
from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in. socket
counterclockwise.
3. Replace cracked, fouled or dirty spark plug. Set the
air gap at 0.020 in. (0.5 mm) using a feeler gauge
(Fig. 29).
CAUTION: Do not sand blast, scrape, or
clean electrodes. Grit in the engine could
damage the cylinder.
4. Install a correctly gapped spark plug in the cylinder
head. Tighten by turning the 5/8 inch socket
clockwise until snug.
If using a torque wrench torque to;
110-120 in.•lb. (12.3-13.5 N•m).
Do not over tighten.
0.020 in.
(0.5 mm)
CLEANING
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,
always turn your trimmer off and allow it to
cool before you clean or do any maintenance
on it.
Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit.
Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that
contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and
solvents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing
or handle. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth.
STORAGE
• Never store the unit with fuel in the tank where fumes
may reach an open flame or spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing.
• Store the unit locked up to prevent unauthorized use or
damage.
• Store the unit in a dry, well ventilated area.
• Store the unit out of the reach of children.
Fig. 29
LONG TERM STORAGE
If the unit will be stored for an extended time, use the
following storage procedure.
1. Drain all fuel from the fuel tank into a container with
the same 2-cycle fuel mixture. Do not use fuel that
has been stored for more than 60 days. Dispose of
the old fuel/oil mix in accordance to Federal, State,
and Local regulations.
2. Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls.
This ensures that all fuel has been drained from the
carburetor.
3. Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug
and put 1 oz. (30 ml) of any high quality motor oil or
2-cycle oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope
slowly to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil
from the cylinder before attempting to start the
trimmer after storage.
4. Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any loose
or damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts
and tighten loose screws, nuts or bolts. The unit is
ready for storage.
TRANSPORTING
• Allow the engine to cool before transporting.
• Drain fuel from unit.
• Tighten fuel cap before transporting.
• Secure the unit while transporting.
ACCESSORIES/REPLACEMENT PARTS
2-Cycle Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49V0122M063
Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .791- 610311B
Replacement Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49U1341L063
Replacement Line Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 753-1156
Inner Reel Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-610317B
Outer Spool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-153619
Inner Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 753-1155
Bump Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-153066B
Fuel Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-180000B
Shoulder Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-682075B
Spark Arrestor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .791-182747
Exhaust Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .791-182065
These replacement parts can be purchased from your
local authorized dealer.
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