Weed Eater 545186731 Instruction Manual page 4

SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
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.
This instruction manual has been developed
to help you assemble the unit and to provide
its safe operation. It is important that you read
the entire manual to become familiar with the
unit before you begin assembly.
Read your instruction manual.
Tools you will need:
S Adjustable wrench
S Hex wrench (provided)
TUBE ASSEMBLY
NOTE:
When performing the following step,
be sure the handle is aligned as follows: label
on top, throttle trigger to the operator's right
hand side. The starter rope and the throttle
cable must not wrap around the tube.
Throttle trigger
1. Assemble handle tube to the lower tube (it
will be necessary to pull some of the start-
er rope out of the housing).
2. Align the screw holes; insert the screws
through the aligned holes.
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek med-
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
3. Thread one locknut onto each screw and
tighten securely.
Handle tube
Screws
Lower
Tube
NOTE:
When performing the following step,
be sure the starter rope is not caught under
the cable clamp. The starter rope must hang
freely to operate properly.
4. Align the cable clamp between the tube
screws. Install the cable clamp around the
tube and throttle cable.
Label
Throttle cable
4
Starter Rope
Locknuts
Cable Clamp