EarthQuake 600050B - Manual (Page 15)

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Operator's Manual
Trimmer Mower 600050 Series
How to Adjust the Height/Angle of the Handle
Use the cam levers on each side of the handle to adjust the
height of the handle. SEE FIGURE 14
1. Hold the handle with one hand and open both cam levers
until the ratchet teeth are disengaged. Do not remove the
nuts.
2. Move the handle up or down to the desired position, then
align the ratchet teeth. Make sure both sides of the handle are
level.
3. Tighten (lock) the lever.
How to Set the Height of the Cut (not all models)
The height of the cut can be set from 1-1/2 inches to three (3)
inches. The recommended cutting height for the average yard
is two (2) inches. SEE FIGURE 15
1. Use the L-handle wrench found in the parts bag to loosen
the socket head cap screws shown in the figure below.
NOTE: There are two socket head cap screws.
2. Set the trimmer head at the desired height.
3. Tighten the socket head cap screws.
FIGURE 14: Adjusting the height of the handle. (Lever shown in OPEN
position)
FIGURE 15: Setting the height of your cut.
height of cut
positions
height guide L-handle
wrench
trimmer head
socket head
cap screws
WARNING
BEFORE YOU SET THE HEIGHT OF THE CUT, STOP THE
ENGINE. WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO STOP.
ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE
SPARK PLUG WIRE.
handle
cam
lever
ratchet
teeth
open
locked
To Detach the Tires
To detach the tires, loosen the axle nuts and remove the wheel,
spacer and washer. Reverse instructions to reattach tire. SEE
FIGURE 13
FIGURE 13: Detaching tires. Illustration is for reference only.
axle nut