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General Information & Safety Instructions

•  Ensure the hedge trimmer is switched off and is cool before cleaning and 

maintenance.

•  If you are interrupted when operating the trimmer, switch off before  

looking up.

•  Never allow untrained users or children to use the trimmer.
•  Use good quality air cooled 2-stroke engine oil.
•  Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. 

Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.

•  Wear goggles
•  Wear earmuffs
•  Wear a breathing mask  

•  Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting blade. Do Not remove cut 

material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the 
switch is off and the motor is NOT running when clearing jammed material.  
A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in 
serious personal injury.

•  Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade and motor 

stopped. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always fit the 
cutter device cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible 
personal injury from the cutter blade.

•  Prior to cutting with the hedge trimmer, always check the area to be cut for 

hidden objects. Be observant for fencing wire, Garden stakes, or electrical 
cables. Ensure to remove any of these objects prior to starting.

•  Do not use the hedge trimmer in poor weather conditions.
•  Do not use the hedge trimmer in poor light.
•  Always use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer, one on the rear 

handle and the other on the front handle.

Summary of Contents for 43671/HTKS26

Page 1: ...nline product you can rest assured in the knowledge that as well as your 3 year parts and labour guarantee you have the added peace of mind of dedicated helplines and web support AFTER SALES SUPPORT M...

Page 2: ...11 Unpacking 11 Contents of carton 11 Assembly 12 Fuel and Lubrication 12 Mixing the fuel 13 Filling the tank 14 Starting a cold engine 15 Operation of the throttle trigger 16 Stopping the engine 17 O...

Page 3: ...the development of this hedge trimmer making it easy to maintain and operate Environmental protection Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste All tools hoses and packaging sh...

Page 4: ...s for use carefully Choke control Start position choke closed Run position choke open Use at a distance of at least 15m from other people Thrown objects and rotating line can cause severe injury Do no...

Page 5: ...stroke Max speed 9000min 1 Blade cutting length 670mm Bar length 510mm Maximum Cutting capacity 24mm Fuel tank capacity 500ml Fuel type Unleaded petrol Fuel mixture Unleaded petrol 2 Stroke oil 40 1...

Page 6: ...g a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal inju...

Page 7: ...Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power too...

Page 8: ...this may also ignite with the hot motor Never refuel whilst the engine is running Be careful where you store the hedge trimmer Store the hedge trimmer in a dry area away from flammable liquids Keep yo...

Page 9: ...cut when blades are moving Make sure the switch is off and the motor is NOT running when clearing jammed material A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious perso...

Page 10: ...17 1 Blades 9 Air Filter Cover 16 Throttle Starting Button 2 Protective Guard 10 Recoil Starter 17 Rotating Handle Lock lever 3 Silencer Cover 11 Fuel Cap 18 Grease Nipple 4 On Off Switch 12 Rear Hand...

Page 11: ...ke Hedge Trimmer 1 x Tube Spanner Screw driver 1 x Mixing Bottle with 40 1 markings 1 x Blade Cover 1 x Instruction Manual 1 x Warranty Card Details Assembly This hedge trimmer does not require any pr...

Page 12: ...d 2 stroke engines If insufficient lubrication is the cause of engine damage it voids the manufacturer s engine warranty Mixing Fuel MOTOR FUEL MIX AT 40 1 ONLY Note The mixing bottle provided is NOT...

Page 13: ...ipe the spill with a clean rag 4 Start the engine at least nine metres 30ft away from the area where the fuel tank has been filled up in order to avoid any risk of fire Always use extreme care when ha...

Page 14: ...prime bulb 13 6 times Fig 3 5 Set the throttle trigger to the START POSITION Grip the rear handle 12 of the hedge trimmer and at the same time pressing down the safety lever 5 Squeeze FULLY the throt...

Page 15: ...g down the safety lever 5 Squeeze slightly the throttle Trigger 6 and then release the trigger This will disengage the starting trigger lock and allow the motor to idle correctly and disengaging the o...

Page 16: ...speed of the motor is at idle and at idle the blades are NOT engaged 2 To engage the blades the motor needs to accelerate To increase the speed of the motor press the safety lever 5 down first and th...

Page 17: ...ment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as a dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries This product req...

Page 18: ...s and shorten the life of the drive system Always keep your body to the carburetor side of your trimmer never on the muffler side Maintain a steady even posture while operating Do not over reach If th...

Page 19: ...corrected Trimming instructions Before operating your unit review ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS in this manual 1 WORKING POSITION Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach Wear safety goggles...

Page 20: ...u see any other condition that may affect the trimmer s operation contact an authorised service centre for repairs before using again 3 Fertilisers and other garden chemicals contain agents which grea...

Page 21: ...if frayed torn damaged or unable to be cleaned Carburettor ADJUSTMENT The carburettor is pre set at the factory for optimum performance If further adjustments are necessary take your unit to a qualifi...

Page 22: ...heater etc Removing a unit from storage 1 Remove spark plug 2 Pull the starter cord briskly to clear excess oil from the combustion chamber 3 Clean and gap the spark plug or install a new spark plug...

Page 23: ...rect carburettor mixture adjustment setting Old or improperly mixed fuel Have carburettor adjusted by an Authorised Service Centre Drain fuel tank add fresh fuel mixture No power under load Incorrect...

Page 24: ...AFTER SALES SUPPORT MODEL HTKS26 PRODUCT CODE 43671 10 2014 YEARWARRANTY 2 1800 909 909 www powertoolsupport com AUS...

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