5
On some units, the J-handle may be pre-installed. In this case, loosen the
screws and go to step 5.
INSTALL AND ADJUST THE J-HANDLE
1. Place the J-handle between the top and middle clamp pieces (Fig. 1).
(4) Screws
Top Clamp
J-Handle
Middle Clamp
Bottom Clamp
Nuts
2. While holding the three pieces together, install the four (4) screws
through the top clamp and into middle clamp.
NOTE: The holes in the top and middle clamp will line up only when
assembled correctly.
Fig. 1
KNOW YOUR UNIT
Cutting Attachment Shield
Fuel Cap
Throttle
Control
Throttle Lock-Out
J-Handle
Cutting Attachment
Gear Housing
Shaft Grip
Primer Bulb
Blue Choke Lever
Spark Plug
Engine Stand
On/Off Stop Control
Shaft Housing
Starter Rope Grip
Blade Shield /
Shield Mount
Brush Blade
Line Cutting Blade
Muffler
Shoulder Strap Clip
EZ-Link™
Air Filter /
Muffler Cover
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3. Place the clamps and the J-handle over
the shaft housing and onto the bottom
clamp.
4. Hold each hex nut in the bottom clamp
recess with a finger. Start screws with a
large Phillips screwdriver. Do not tighten
until you make the handle adjustment.
5. Slide the J-handle in or out until the
arrow/white line on the decal touches
the clamp assembly (Fig. 2). You must
first loosen the screws if the handle is
pre-installed.
6. While holding the unit in the operating
position (Fig. 3), position the J-handle to
the location that provides you the best
grip.
7. Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until
the J-handle is secure.
APPLICATIONS
As a trimmer:
• Cutting grass and light weeds
• Edging
• Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.
As a brushcutter:
• Cutting weeds and light brush of up to 1/2 inch in diameter
Other optional accessories may be used with this unit. Refer to Operating
the EZ-Link System for a list of add-ons.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Decal
TOOLS REQUIRED:
• Large Phillips screwdriver
• Flat blade screwdriver
• 13 mm wrench
• Locking rod