11The position of the mounting plate (C/1) will depend on thetype of cutting tool in use (trimmer head or metal blade).The position of the mounting plate determines whether theguard will be positioned higher or lower.When using a trimmer (line) head apply the mounting positionas shown in fig. A.The mounting position as shown in fig. B is required for usewith the following tools:• Star blade• 8-tooth eddy blade• Steel bush cutterAlways fix the metal cutter guard if a chisel type saw bladeis used (refer to page 13).D- To install, lay the guard on the holder on the gear box.Place the mounting plate (D/2) on the guard in theappropriate position (A or B) for the type of cutting tool inuse and tighten the installing screws with the Allen key asshown.2When using the blade cutting tools mentioned on the preced-ing page, install the cutter guard with the mounting plate inposition B (see “Installing the cutter guard”).- Unscrew the locknut (E/3) from the shaft by turning itclockwise.Note: The locknut is provided with a left-hand thread!- Remove the pressure disk (E/4) and the locking disk (E/5).- Tighten the winding guard (E/6) with the three screwsprovided.- Put the locking disk (E/5) back on (make sure it is in theright position).E345 6CAUTION:The cutter guard supplied must always be fitted in the right position, to ensure your personal safety and to meet legalaccident prevention regulations.Never use the brushcutter without a cutter guard installed!CBA1STOPInstalling the steel bush cutter, 8-tooth eddyblade or star bladeAlways switch off the engine and disconnect the sparkplug cap before mounting cutting tools! Wear protectivegloves!F37 84- Put on the cutting tool (F/8) and finally the pressure disk(F/4) as shown in the picture.Important! The picture shows the steel bushcutter. When installing the 8-tooth eddy blademake sure to observe the direction of rotationarrows on blade and on cutter guard!- Put on the sliding cup (F/7) and screw the lock nut (F/3)manually onto the shaft.The sliding cup is included in the accessories!Important! The locknut (F/3) has a plastic insertprotection. For safety reasons, this nut must bereplaced immediately if it becomes loose. It must bereplaced in any event after 10 tool changes at thelatest. (Order no. 385 228 041)