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Operation
MC-S (Straight Shaft Attachment)
Operating Position
Before using the Multi-Cutter with Straight Shaft Attachment, check
the following:
1. The unit may be on the operator’s right side. The operator’s right
hand should be holding the shaft grip, with his or her fingers on
the throttle trigger. The right arm should be slightly bent.
2. The left hand should be holding the loop handle with the fingers
and thumb fully enclosed around the grip. The left arm should be
extended. Reposition the loop handle up or down the shaft as-
sembly if necessary for a comfortable position.
3. The Trimmer weight should be evenly distributed between the
arms. The trimmer head should be near and parallel to the ground.
4. Accelerate and hold the engine at cutting speed before entering
the material to be cut.
5. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return
to idle speed when not cutting.
6. Stop the engine when moving between work sites.
Shoulder Strap
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
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Foreign objects can be thrown by the Multi-Cutter.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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Contact with thrown objects can cause personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
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Never operate the Multi-Cutter without the blade guard in place.
CAUTION
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Read the Safety instructions beginning on page 2 concerning proper use of the Multi-Cutter.
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Always wear gloves and protective clothing when operating the Multi-Cutter.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
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Without the shoulder strap installed, the Brushcutter blade can produce side thrust which can
expose the operator and bystanders to blade contact.
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If the Multi-Cutter is not correctly positioned on the operator’s right side, the blade can produce
side thrust which can expose the operator and bystanders to blade contact.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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Contact with the Brushcutter blade can cause severe personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
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Never operate the Multi-Cutter without installing and using the shoulder strap.
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Always operate the Multi-Cutter with the unit on your right side.