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KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER/LINE TRIMMER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
Before use of this product, familiarise yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
PRO CUT II
TM
LINE HEAD
The Brush cutter/Line Trimmer is provided with a Pro Cut
II™ line trimmer head.
REEL-EASY™ LINE HEAD
The brush cutter/line trimmer is provided with a Reel-
Easy™ line trimmer head.
GRASS DEFLECTOR
The brush cutter/line trimmer includes a grass deflector
that helps protect you from flying debris.
SHOULDER STRAP
The brush cutter/line trimmer includes a shoulder strap
that helps you to support the product.
TOP-MOUNTED MOTOR
The top-mounted motor improves balance and is located
away from the dust and debris of the cutting area.
OILCAP/DIPSTICK
Remove the oil fill cap to check and add lubricant when
necessary.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating power tools.
Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING :
Keep all bystanders, especially children and
pets, at least 15m away.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
product. The use of attachments or accessories
not recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Beware of the emission of exhaust gases.
FUELING AND REFUELING
■ Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
■ Loosen the fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean
surface.
■ Pour the fuel carefully into the tank. Avoid spillage.
■ Clean and inspect the gasket prior to replacing the
fuel cap.
■ Replace the fuel cap immediately and hand tighten it.
Wipe up any fuel spillage.
NOTE: It is normal for the engine to emit smoke during
and after the first use.
WARNING:
Always shut the engine off before fueling. Never
add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Move at least 10m away from refueling site before
starting engine. Do not smoke! Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
OXYGENATED FUELS
Some conventional petrol are blended with alcohol or an
ether compound. This type of petrol is collectively referred
to as oxygenated fuel; in Australia known as Ethanol.
The use of ethanol fuel, or fuels containing ethanol is not
recommended for this product.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems
resulting from the use of ethanol fuel, or fuels containing
ethanol are not covered under warranty.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE LUBRICANT
See Figure 7.
Engine lubricant has a major influence on engine
performance and service life. For general, all-temperature
use, SAE 10W-30 is recommended. Always use a quality
4-stroke motor lubricant that meets or exceeds the
requirements. The recommended volume/measurement
of oil for this product is 77 ml.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-stroke engine lubricants will
damage the engine and should not be used.
To add engine lubricant:
See Figure 7.
■ Remove the cap and seal from lubricant bottle
provided.
■ Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick and remove.
■ Using the paper funnel provided, add the entire bottle
(77 ml) of engine lubricant through oil fill hole.
■ Reinstall the oil cap/dipstick and secure.
To check engine lubricant level:
See Figure 7.
■ Set the engine on a level surface.
Note: The drive shaft or any added attachment to the
power head needs to be removed, to enable the engine
to sit level.
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