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Assembly, Warning – Weed Eater FL25C User Manual

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parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law.

For normal homeowner use, the muffler and

spark arresting screen will not require any ser-

vice. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that

your muffler be serviced or replaced by your au-

thorized service dealer.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:

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 dam-

aged parts.

NOTE:

If you need assistance or find parts

missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.

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.

SHAFT ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:

When assembling shaft, place

the unit on a flat surface for stability.

1. Align grooves on upper and lower shafts.

Upper Shaft

Lower Shaft

Grooves

2. Push the two shafts together until the lower

shaft is fully seated in the upper shaft (the

shafts lock into place).

3. Slide lower locking sleeve assembly over

upper locking sleeve assembly and tight-

en by turning clockwise.

Upper Locking

Sleeve Assembly

Lower Locking

Sleeve Assembly

NOTE:

If locking sleeve assembly will not

tighten, the shafts are not fully seated.

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

WARNING:

When adjusting the assist

handle, be sure it remains above the safety label

and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright

position; retighten wing nut.

ATTACHING SHIELD

WARNING:

The shield must be prop-

erly installed. The shield provides partial protec-

tion from the risk of thrown objects to the opera-

tor 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. Remove wing nut from shield.

2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.

3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in

bracket.

4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

Wing Nut

Bracket

Shield

Slot