Trimmer Maintenance - Swisher ST67522BS Owner's Manual

Make sure your trimmer is in safe working condition by keeping the following guidelines in mind every
time you use your trimmer.
Keep trimmer in good operating condition and keep all guards and shields in place. DO NOT operate
this trimmer if any of the shields and guards are missing.
Check all fasteners for secure fit to keep equipment in safe working order. Make adjustments as
necessary.
To reduce fire hazards, keep engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease.
DO NOT operate trimmer with a damaged or missing muffler. DO NOT tamper with exhaust system;
this may cause a fire hazard.
DO NOT operate engine if air cleaner or the cover over the carburetor air intake is missing. Removal
of these parts could create a fire hazard.
Before cleaning, making adjustments or repairing the trimmer, STOP engine, disconnect spark plug
wire and allow engine to cool.
Handle gasoline with care. DO NOT smoke or use open flame near gasoline. Use only approved
gasoline containers. Never fuel or run trimmer in poorly ventilated areas, such as a garage or utility
building.
Always replace fuel tank cap. Be sure to clean up any spilled gasoline.
Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine; severe injury or damage may
result.
Never store mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Always allow engine to cool before storing
NEVER ADD GASOLINE TO A HOT ENGINE – ALLOW ENGINE TO
COOL BEFORE ADDING GASOLINE.
WARNING – ALWAYS STOP ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG
WIRE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENTS OR SERVICE.
Engine
Refer to the engine service manual provided with this unit.
Belt
Occasionally check the belt for wear. A worn belt should be replaced.
Belt Adjustment
The TRIM-N-MOW has an automatic belt tightener and needs no further adjustment
The TRIM-MAX has a n automatic belt tightener that automatically adjusts when the head is tilted. If you
do not regularly tilt the head on your trimmer, it is recommended that you loosen the head twice a year
(see Edge Trimming).
Belt Replacement
Remove front belt cover.
Push trimmer head toward back of unit, compressing tensioner spring.
Remove old belt.
Install new belt by first routing belt under the engine and around the engine pulley.
Push trimmer head toward back of unit, compressing tensioner spring.
Install belt over front pulley.
Release trimmer head. Ensure that belt is correctly installed in the groove of the engine and front pulleys.
Reinstall front belt cover.

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