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OPERATION
The engine housing can become hot when the tool is being used. Do not make contact with this
part of the tool during use and whilst it is still hot. When holding the tool, ensure all body parts are
clear of the engine housing. Contact with this part can result in burns or other serious injuries.
Always position the cutter on your right side in order to reduce exposure to hot surfaces which can
cause possible serious injuries.
Do not contact the engine during operation to avoid burns from hot surfaces.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Trimming
(See Fig. 37)
■ Hold the brush cutter firmly with both hands, keeping your right hand on the main handle and
left hand on the assist handle.
■ The brush cutter should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle at waist level. If
using the shoulder strap, put on the shoulder strap and refer to the Installing the Shoulder Strap
section on page 25 (Fig. 37).
■ Keep your balance with your feet apart.
■ Always operate the cutter in RUN position. When cutting long grass, work in stages from top to
bottom in small sections. This will prevent the grass being cut from wrapping around the shaft
and the spool head.
■ Tilt the trimmer head at an angle of approximately 30° towards the ground. Avoid pressing it
against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the product.
■ Stop the engine if the grass becomes wrapped around the trimmer head and remove the grass
once the cutting attachment has stopped rotating.
■ Always use the machine full speed. Extended use of the tool at partial throttle will result in
lubricant dripping from the muffler.
Trimming Tips
(See Figs. 37-38)
NOTE:
Inspect the work area and get rid of hidden objects such as pieces of glass, pebbles,
concrete, fence, wooden palisades, metal, etc… Do not work in dangerous places.
Never continue to use a cutting head after hitting an object hard, without checking that it was not
damaged. Stop using the cutting head if damaged.
Avoid trees and bushes. Trees, fences and other structures can be damaged by the cutting line.
