Echo DSRM-2600, Operator'S Manual

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Trimming operation
Using shoulder harness
Always mount the trimmer correctly using the shoulder har-
ness.
 Buckle waist belt. Belt should be snug.
 Attach product to harness.
 Loop handle version
Place shoulder harness over left shoulder and adjust
straps so the quick release pin rests just below the waist.
 U-handle version
Place shoulder harness over both shoulders and adjust
straps so the connecting point latches as shown.
 Check for correct adjustment by moving cutting attachment
along ground.
 Re-adjust position of suspension point if necessary.
 The shoulder harness is fitted with an emergency release
function.
 In the event of a fire or other emergency, pull the emer-
gency tab (A) up to release the product from your body.
Basic trimming operation with nylon line cutting head
Adjusting nylon line
 Cut off knife on the shield adjusts cutting swath automatically
by cutting nylon lines evenly when attachment starts rotating.
 When operating with less than maximum cutting swath, cut
two nylon lines in equal lengths.
 To advance trimmer line, tap the nylon line cutting head (A)
against the ground while the head is turning at normal operat-
ing speed.
WARNING
 Do not to simultaneously wear multiple belt harnesses or multiple shoulder harnesses.
 When wearing a harness, other wearable must not interferes with the release and removal of the harness.
Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.
WARNING
 Serious injury may result from the improper use of cutting attachment. Read and comply with all safety instructions
listed in this manual.
 Do not operate with a damaged cutter.
 Use only cutting attachments recommended by YAMABIKO Corporation.
 Excessive nylon line beyond cut off knife could fly off when the nylon line cutting head starts rotating after adjust-
ment of nylon line length.
Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.