INSTRUCTION MA NUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future
reference.
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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)
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1. Cutter blades
2. Hand guard
3. Spark plug
4. Starter rope handle
5. Air filter
6. Primer bulb
7. Choke lever
8. ON/OFF Switch
IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
WARNING: This
hedge trimmer can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or
even fatal injury.
WARNING: Blade moves
momentarily after trigger is
released.
---The cutting blade can seriously
cut you or others and can
amputate fingers.
---Allow cutting blade to stop
before removing it from the cut.
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9. Throttle trigger
10. Throttle lock--out
11. Fuel cap
12. Transport guard
13. Blunt extension
14. Front handle
15. Rear handle
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WARNING: Cutting blade
can throw objects violently.
--- Yo u c an b e b l in de d o r
injur ed.
--- A lw ay s w ea r e ye
protection.
Always u se:
--- Ear protection
--- Protective glasses or visor
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Read and understand the
Instruction Manual and
all warning labels before
using the hedge trimmer.
Checks and/or maintenance
ON
should be carried out with the
engine switched off, with the
OFF
ON/OFF switch in the OFF
position.
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Sound power level
Sound pressure level
at 7,5 meters
SAFETY RULES
DANGER -- T H I S P O W E R T O O L
CAN BE DANGEROUS! This unit can cause
serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual
must be followed to provide reasonable
safety and efficiency in using this unit.
HAZARD ZONE
10 m
The operator is responsible for following the
warnings and instructions in this manual and
on the unit. Never allow children to use this
tool.
WARNING: Failure to follow all Safe-
ty Rulesand Precautions can result inserious
injury.
WARNING:
Hazard Zone
D Blades can throw objects violently.
D Others can be blinded or injured.
D Keep children, bystanders, and animals
away from work area a minimum of 10
meters when starting or operating unit.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
S Read your Instruction Manual carefully until
you completely understand and can follow all
warnings and safety rules before operating
the unit.
D Restrict unit to users who understand and will
follow all warnings and safety rules in this
manual and on the unit.
PLAN AHEAD
Safety
Glasses
Boots
WARNING: Inspect the area before
starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or
damage during operation.
D Always wear eye protection when operating,
servicing, or performing maintenance on unit.
Wearing eye protection will help to prevent
rocks, brush or debris from being thrown or
ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye
protection should be marked Z87.
D Always wear foot protection. Do not go bare-
foot or wear sandals.
D Wear hearing protection when using this unit.
D Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or
remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing
with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
D Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, up-
set, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
D Keep children, bystanders, and animals away
from work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 m)
when starting or operating unit.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT
IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
D Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-
cluding smoking, open flames, or work that
can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
D Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store
fuel in acool, dry, well ventilated place; use an
approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.
D Do not smoke while handling fuel or while op-
erating the unit.
D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running.
D Turn the engine off and lethedge trimmer cool
in a non--combustible area, not on dry leaves,
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap and
refuel unit.
D Wipe up fuel spills before starting the engine.
D Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fuel and fueling site before starting engine.
D Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE! Blade moves
momentarily after the trigger is released. Do
not attempt to clear away cut material when
the bladeis in motion. Make sure the switch is
in theOFF position, the spark plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed material from
the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit
by the cutting blade.
D Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose,
missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until
unit is in proper working order.
D Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.
D Never start or run engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
D Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
unventilated areas or where explosive vapors
or carbon monoxide build up could be present.
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