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Fig. 21
Tab
Gap
Outer Spool
Fig. 22
Outer Spool
Inner Reel
Spool Cover
Tab
Hole
Flat-head
Screwdriver
Fig. 20
Bump Knob
5 in. (12.5 cm)
5 in. (12.5 cm)
Removing Old Trimming Line and Obstructions
1. When the trimming line runs out, the last piece should automatically
eject from the cutting head. If it does not, push the bump knob
down and pull the remaining line out of the cutting head.
2. If the line will not come out or the cutting head is otherwise
obstructed:
a. Firmly press a tab on the cutting head with your thumb (Fig. 21).
DO NOT press the tab with a screwdriver or other object.
b.Continue pressing the tab. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into
the gap between the outer spool and tab (Fig. 21).
c. Gently tilt the screwdriver to unlock the tab from the hole (Fig. 22).
d.Repeat the previous steps for the other tab.
e. Remove the spool cover (Fig. 22). DO NOT attempt to remove
any other parts of the cutting head.
f. Remove any old trimming line and/or obstructions.
g. Use a clean cloth to clean the inner reel, outer spool and spool
cover (Fig. 22).
h. Align the tabs on the spool cover with the holes on the outer
spool (Fig. 22). Push the spool cover onto the outer spool until
the tabs securely snap into the holes.
MAINTAINING THE AIR FILTER
Failure to maintain the air filter can result in poor performance or
can cause permanent damage to the engine. Engine failure due to
improper air filter maintenance is not covered by the product warranty.
Cleaning the Air Filter
1. Open the air filter cover: Hook your fingers behind the cover tab.
To unlock the air filter cover, pull it to the left and away from the
engine. This may require a firm pull. Swing the air filter cover to
the right (Fig. 23).
2. Remove the air filter from inside the air filter cover (Fig. 23).
3. Wash the air filter in detergent and water. Rinse the air filter
thoroughly and allow it to dry.
4. Lightly coat the air filter with clean SAE 30 oil.
5. Squeeze the air filter to spread and remove excess oil.
Fig. 23
Air Filter
Air Filter Cover
Lock Tab
Cover Tab
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