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MOWING -- Yourtrimmer is ideal for mowing
in places conventional lawn mowers cannot
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line
parallel to the g round. Avoid pressing the
head int o the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
SWEEPING-- Thefanning actionoftherotat-
ing line can be used for a quick and easy
clean up. Keep the line parallel to andabove
the surfaces being swept and move the tool
from side to side.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described inthe instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work o n the
product, Electrolux Home Products,
Inc., m ay notpay forrepairs under war-
ranty. Itisyourresponsibility tomaintain
and perform general maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMA GED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S STOP Switch -- EnsureSTOP switchfunc-
tions pr operly by pushing and holding the
switchintheSTOPposition.Makesureen-
gine stops. Restart engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECTANDCLEANUNITANDDE-
CALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
looseordamagedparts. C leantheunitand
decals usingadampclothwithamilddeter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the air filter cover and the area
around it to keep dirt from falling into the
carburetor chamber when the c over is
opened.
2. O pen air filter cover by pushing button
(see illustration). Remove air filter.
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or
producingharmfulevaporativeemissions,do
not clean filterin gasoline or otherflammable
solvent.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Replace air filter and close cover.
