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TAKING CARE OF WARNING LABELS
• Always keep warning labels clean and free of scratches, which might make them illegible or
difficult to read. If the warning labels provided with your hedge trimmer become damaged, peel
off, or otherwise become illegible or difficult to read, order new labels from the authorised
servicing dealer and replace the damaged labels. When applying new labels, first wipe away any
dirt and dry the surface before applying the new label in the same place as the original label.
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
For safe operation and maintenance, symbols are carved in relief on the machine:
FUEL TANK
Fuel tank 2 stroke mix
Position: Fuel cap
CHOKE OPERATION
Starting mode when the engine is hot (choke off).
Position: Air cleaner cover.
Starting mode when the engine is cold (choke on).
Position: Air cleaner cover.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Read this Owner/Operator Manual carefully. Be sure you understand how to operate this hedge
trimmer properly before you use it. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later whenever any
questions arise. Also note that you are able to contact the dealer from
whom you purchased the product for assistance.
Always include this manual when selling, lending, or otherwise
transferring the ownership of this product.
This product has been designed to be used as a hedge trimmer and it
should never be used for any other purpose, doing so could result in
unforeseen accidents and injuries occurring.
This hedge trimmer is equipped with extremely sharp blades, always wear
sturdy gloves when handling the blades.
When using this hedge trimmer for the first time, take the hedge trimmer to a
wide, clear, open space, start the engine, and practice handling the hedge
trimmer until you are sure that you will be able to handle it properly in actual
operation.
You should never use this hedge trimmer when under the influence of alcohol,
suffering from exhaustion or lack of sleep, suffering from drowsiness as a result
of having taken medicine, or at any other time when your judgment might be
impaired or that you might not be able to operate the hedge trimmer properly and in a safe
manner.
Never allow children or anyone unable to fully understand the directions given in this manual to
use this hedge trimmer.
When planning your work schedule, allow plenty of time to perform the work and allow plenty of
time for rest. Limit the amount of time you continuously use the hedge trimmer to 30~40 minutes
per session, and take 10~20 minutes of rest between work sessions. Also try to keep the total
amount of work performed in a single day to 2 hours.
Avoid running the engine indoors the exhaust gases contain harmful carbon monoxide.