Swisher L216-335001 Owner's Manual page 6

• Fill engine crankcase with oil. A 20oz. bottle has been provided with this unit. A new unit
requires 18-20oz. DO NOT OVERFILL.
• Fill the engine fuel tank with gasoline. GASOLINE SHOULD BE ADDED OUTSIDE IN A
WELL-VENTILATED AREA.
• Check to ensure string has been installed properly. A diagram is provided just above the trimmer
head for proper installation.
• Refer to engine manufacture's manual for oil and fuel specifications.
Important!
Use the proper length of line. Using a line too long for the unit will cause
stalling and unacceptable operation.
Use 18" Trimmer Line
Part Number P3618
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Loosely fold trimmer line in half.
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Insert line through the bottom holes of the cutting disc (Step 1).
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Bring ends around and through the slot in the cutting disc flange (Step 2).
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Pull ends to tighten loop (Step 3).
Trimmer line attachment positions:
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Trimmer is equipped with 4 trimmer line attachment points.
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When mowing with trimmer, the 4 trimmer line configuration is recommended for a more consistent,
even cut.
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When trimming tall or thick vegetation, the 2 trimmer line configuration is recommended for improved
performance.
To adjust cutting height:
1. Loosen set screw using hex wrench provided.
2. Slide cutting head up or down to desired cutting height.
3. Tighten set screw.
4. Any cutting height may be used with either trimmer line configuration.
4 Trimmer line Configuration
Shown set at Low cutting height
Preparing Unit For First Use
Installing Trimmer Line
Step 1
Trimmer Line Positions
Step 2
2 Trimmer line Configuration
Shown set at High cutting height
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Step 3
Set Screw