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2. Cut a max of 25 feet (8 m) length of trimmer line.
3. Align spool housing eyelets
the spool head
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as shown in Figure M.
4. Thread one end of the trimmer line through an eyelet.
Guide the line through to the second eyelet and
continue to pull the line through until there are equal
lengths of string on each side of the spool housing as
shown in Figure M.
5. Secure the spool cap
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Using your other hand, wind the string onto the spool
by rotating the spool head
shown in Figure N. Continue winding until 5 inches
(127 mm) of string remain on each side of the spool
housing
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.
Fig. M
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Fig.N
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
of serious personal injury, turn appliance
off and remove battery before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories.
1. Keep the air intake slots
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(Fig. O).
Fig. O
2. Your trimmer line can dry out over time. To keep
your line in top condition, store spare line in a plastic,
sealable bag with a tablespoon of water.
3. Plastic parts may be cleaned by using a mild soap and
a damp rag.
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22
with the arrow
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on
from moving with one hand.
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counter clockwise as
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23
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To reduce the risk
clean to avoid overheating
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4. The line cutter on the edge of the guard can dull over
time. It is recommended you periodically touch-up the
sharpness of the blade with a file.
Cleaning
WARNING:
air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To
minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1
approved eye protection when performing this.
WARNING:
harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts
of the appliance. These chemicals may weaken the
plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth
dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let
any liquid get inside the appliance; never immerse any
part of the appliance into a liquid.
Accessories
WARNING:
those offered by D
WALT have not been tested with
e
this product, use of such accessories with this tool
could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
D
WALT recommended accessories should be used
e
with this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
service center. If you need assistance in locating any
accessory, please contact D
WALT, call 1-800-4-D
e
(1-800-433-9258).
Replacement Accessories
Replacing Spool Assembly (Fig. A, P, Q)
1. Rotate the spool housing
spindle plate aligns with notch
a screwdriver through the notch and into the hole, to
prevent the spindle from turning.
2. Unscrew and remove the spool housing by turning the
spool head
clockwise.
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3. nOTE: Do not try to remove the spool housing by
turning the spool cap
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Blow dirt and dust out of all
Never use solvents or other
Since accessories, other than
WALT
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until the hole
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in the
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in the guard. Insert
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