Bushranger MC-HTS-2, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Blade Cover
Engaged Not Engaged
Engage racks
evenly
Clamp Knob
Lock Lever
(Push to downward)
Gearcase
Handle
Tighten
Loosen
Up To 48°
Down To 84°
Adjusting the angle of the blades
Note: Never use the unit if blade angle is not from 48 degree upwards to 84 degree downward.
1. First stop the engine. Next attach the blade cover.
2. Turn the clamp knob counter clockwise until the clamp knob stops. Angle adjustments are not possible
without completely loosening the clamp knob.
3. Always hold the handle when adjusting the blades. The blades adjust from a 48 degree upward angle
to an 84 degree downward angle. Never push the lock lever when adjusting the angle of the blades.
4. After you have adjusted the angle of the blades tighten the clamp knob firmly and fix the gearcase in
place. When tightening the clamp knob, make sure both racks engage.
Folding procedure
1. First stop the engine. Next attach the blade cover.
2. Turn the clamp knob counter clockwise until the clamp knob stops. Folding the unit is not possible with-
out the clamp knob completely loosened.
3. Hold the handle securely, and then fold the blades approximately 180 degrees while pushing the lock
lever to downward. Do not touch the lock lever except when folding the blades.
4. After folding the unit, tighten the clamp knob firmly and fix the gearcase. When tightening the clamp
knob make sure that both racks are engaged.
CAUTION
・ Do not touch the sharpened edges of the cutting blades. The cutting blades are extremely sharp
and dangerous. Always wear gloves to help protect your hands and fingers from injury.
・ Do not hold any part other than the handle when adjusting the angle of the blades.
・ Stop the engine and set the blade cover when adjusting the angle of the blades.