SRM-280/S
OPERATION
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OPERATION
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects
away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause
unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit
so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark
arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal cutters can also create sparks if
the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or
regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.
Operation With Blades
Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, barrier
bar or U-handle, and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions.
DO NOT INSTALL BLADES ON GT (CURVED SHAFT) MODEL TRIMMERS.
• Arbor Diameter of Upper Blade Plate must match arbor diameter of blades.
• New cotter pin required each time blade is installed.
• Brush cutters over 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) dry weight (weight w/o fuel) require a double shoulder harness.
Note: The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE
and should not be gripped when using or carrying the unit.
TO USE
THESE
BLADES
Pro Maxi-Cut
Grass/Weed
Blade
Rigid Plastic
Tri-Cut
Grass/Weed Blade
Metal Blade
You
must
install
these
parts!
Support Handle, w/or
w/o Barrier Bar
U-Handle or Support
Handle
w/Barrier Bar
U-Handle or Support
Handle
w/Barrier Bar
Plastic Shield
Plastic Shield
Metal Shield
Harness
Harness
Harness
Upper Plate &
Flat Washer
Upper Plate
& Glide Cup
Upper/Lower
Blade Plates
Hex Nut
Hex Nut
Hex Nut
New Cotter Pin
New Cotter Pin
New Cotter Pin
