G RASS TRIMMER /BRUSH C UTTEROPERATOR 'S MANUAL 9CONTENTSThe ECHO product you purchased has been partially assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions,installation of the plastic debris shield, nylon line head, and positioning of the front handle are necessary.After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or ECHO Dealer of damaged or missingparts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.* Some Echo units may be factory pre-assembled. The nylon line head, plastic debris shield, and mounting hardwareshown in the contents list are pre-assembled to the unit. Assembly tools are not supplied with these units. The fronthandle may need to be re-positioned for comfortable operation.______1 - Power Head / Drive Shaft Assembly______1 - Operator's Manual______1 - Safety Manual______1 - Warranty Registration Card______1 - Limited Warranty Statement______1 - Safety Glasses______1 - Echo Power BlendX TM 2-stroke oil sample* ___ 1 - Nylon Trimmer Head* ___ 1 - T-wrench 17x19, P/N 89541008030* ___ 1 - Locking tool, P/N 89751801131* ___ 1 - Plastic shield* ___ 1 - Shield plate* ___ 3 - 5mm x 16mm screws (shield mtg.)ASSEMBLYTools Required: Screwdriver, Head Locking ToolParts Required: Plastic Shield, Shield Plate, three (3) 5mm x 16mmscrews, Nylon Line Head, Front Handle AssemblyPLASTIC SHIELD INSTALLATION(For Nylon Line Operation)NOTEThe plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only.Install Metal Shield when using plastic or metal blades.1. Remove plastic sleeve and upper plate (A) from PTO shaft.2. Install the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange.3. Place shield plate (B) on shield, align holes and install three (3)5x16 mm screws.4. Install upper plate (A).AB C