ASSEMBLY (TRIMMER ATTACHMENT) CAUTION: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts. NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call customer support. It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank. Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer. INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT CAUTION: When installing trimmer attach- Locking/Release Button in Primary Hole For assembly of optional attachments, refer to the ASSEMBLY section of the applicable attachment instruction manual. installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you. For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION section. 1. Insert bracket into slot. 2. Pivot shield until shield and bracket holes are aligned. 3. Insert bolt through shield and bracket. 4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt. Bracket Slot ment, place the unit on a flat surface for stability. 1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise. Coupler Shipping protector ATTACHING SHIELD CAUTION: The shield must be properly LOOSEN Knob TIGHTEN 2. Remove shipping protector from coupler. 3. Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer attachment (if present). 4. Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of coupler. 5. Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole. 6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely by turning clockwise. Coupler Primary Hole Guide Recess Wing nut Bolt Shield Upper Shaft Locking/ Release Attachment Button WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment instruction manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit. dle, be sure it remains between the arrows on the shaft. 1. Position the handle between the 2 arrows on the shaft. 2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright position. 3. Fit the screw and wing nut. 4. Tighten wing nut. Handle Wing nut ATTACHING THE ASSIST HANDLE CAUTION: When attaching the assist han- Shaft Bolt 8