Echo DHC-310, Operator'S Manual

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4. Discard the box and packaging material in compliance
with local regulations.
7.1.1 INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK
Figure 2
WARNING
• If the battery pack or charger is damaged, replace the
battery pack or the charger.
• Stop the machine and wait until the motor stops before
you install or remove the battery pack.
• Read, understand, and follow the instructions in the
battery and charger manual.
1. Align the lift ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in
the battery compartment.
2. Push the battery pack into the battery compartment until
the battery pack locks into place.
3. When you hear a click, the battery pack is installed.
7.1.2 REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
Figure 2
1. Push and hold the battery release button.
2. Remove the battery pack from the machine.
8 OPERATION
• Do not put your fingers into the notches or in position
where they can get cut.
• Do not touch the blade unless you removed the battery
pack.
• Do not use the machine if the blade is damaged or bent.
• Remove all objects such as cords, lights, wire, or string
from the cutting area which can become entangled in the
cutting blade and create a risk of personal injury.
• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. Using
one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
If the blade jams on an electrical cord or line, DO NOT
TOUCH THE BLADE! IT CAN BE LIFE THREATENING
AND DANGEROUS. Follow the steps below:
1. Hold the insulated rear handle or put the machine down
and away from you.
2. Disconnect the electrical service to the damaged line or
cord before you try to free the blade.
8.1 START THE MACHINE
Figure 3.
1. Push and hold the micro switch with one hand.
2. Push the trigger and the safety lock button with the other
hand.
3. Release the safety lock button.
WARNING
Hold the machine with two hands during operation.
8.2 STOP THE MACHINE
Figure 3.
1. Release the trigger switch or micro switch to stop the
machine.
2. If the trigger switch or micro switch does not stop the
machine, remove the battery to stop the power supply to
machine. Have your dealer repair power button before
using machine again.
8.3 TURN THE REAR HANDLE
Figure 4.
You can use the rotating button to adjust the rear handle to 3
different positions to cut the hedges easier.
1. Put the machine on a flat and smooth surface.
2. Press the rotating button and turn the rear handle.
3. Press the rotating button and turn locks into position.
8.4 OPERATION TIPS
Figure 5-6
• Do not push the machine through heavy shrubbery. This
can cause the blade blockage. If the blades block,
1. stop the machine.
2. remove the battery pack.
3. remove the blockage.
• Do not try to cut too large stems or twigs.
• Wear gloves when you cut.
• Cut the new growth with a wide sweeping action so that
the stems are put directly into the blade.
• You can use a string to adjust the height of the hedge.
1. Stretch a piece of string along the hedge at the desired
height.
2. Cut the hedge immediately above this string.
3. Cut the side of a hedge until it will be narrower at the
top. More of the hedge will come into view in that
way.
9 MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Do not let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based materials
touch the plastic parts. Chemicals can cause damage to the
plastic, and make the plastic unserviceable.
CAUTION
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic
housing or components.
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