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protection mask when cutting the grass after 

insecticide is scattered.

Keep others including children, animals, 

bystanders and helpers outside the 15m 

hazard zone. Stop the engine immediately if 

you are approached.

Always keep the drive shaft tube on the right 

side of your body.

Hold the unit/machine firmly with both hands.

Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-

reach.

Keep all parts of your body away from the muffl 

er and cutting attachment when the engine is 

running.

Keep cutting attachment below waist level.

When relocating to a new work area, be sure to 

shut off the machine and ensure that all cutting 

attachments are stopped.

Never place the machine on the ground when 

running.

Always ensure that the engine is shut off and 

any cutting attachments have completely 

stopped before clearing debris or removing 

grass from the cutting attachment.

Always carry a fi rst-aid kit when operating any 

power equipment.

Never start or run the engine inside a closed 

room or building and/or near infl ammable 

liquids. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it 

in a dry place.

Make sure engine switch is off when transporting 

or storing.

When transporting in a vehicle, cover blade with 

blade cover.

Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal 

injury or loss of life, if instructions are not 

followed.

Indicates a possibility of personal injury or 

equipment damage,if instructions are not 

followed.

Helpful information for correct function and use.

Do not disassemble the recoil starter. You may 

get a possibility of personal injury with recoil 

spring.




Maintenance safety

Maintain the unit/machine according to 

recommended procedures.

Disconnect the spark plug before performing 

maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

Keep others away when making carburetor 

adjustments.

Use only genuine Hitachi replacement parts as 

recommended by the manufacturer.

Transport and storage

Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine 

stopped and the muffler away from your body.

Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, 

and secure the unit/machine before storing or 

transporting in a vehicle.

Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/

machine. It is recommended that the fuel be 

emptied after each use. If fuel is left in the tank, 

store so fuel will not leak.

Store unit/machine out of the reach of children.

If situations occur which are not covered in this 

manual, take care and use common sense. 

Contact your dealer if you need assistance.Pay 

special attention to statements preceded by the 

following words:

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTE

CAUTION

Summary of Contents for PRO-40SUM

Page 1: ...l Series Original Instructions CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this product Keep this manual for future reference Product may vary slightly from picture www parklandspowerproducts com au ...

Page 2: ...CONTENTS FIGURE 1 INTRODUCION 5 MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS 6 WARNINGS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 DESCRIPTION 9 ASSEMBLY 10 OPERATING PROCEDURES 11 MAINTENANCE 13 ...

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Page 7: ...ank capacity cm 3 Dry weight kg Cutting attachment Type Dia mm Sound pressure ISO14865 level LpA Equivalent dB A Uncertainty Measured sound ISO14865 power level LwA Equivalent dB A Uncertainty Measured sound 2000 14 EC power level LwA dB A Racing Guaranteed sound 2000 14 EC power level LwA dB A Racing Vibration level m s ISO7916 Idling 2 1000 Metal blade 255 91 3 103 3 104 112 NOTE Equivalent nois...

Page 8: ...achment whose max rpm is below the shaft rpm G l o v e s s h o u l d b e w o r n when necessary e g when assembling cutting equipment Use anti slip and sturdy footwear Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts a solid object in the critical area A dangerous reaction may occur causing the entire unit and operator to be thrust violently This reaction is called blade thrust As a result ...

Page 9: ...ng protection Pay attention to your surroundings Be aware of any bystanders who may be signaling a problem Remove safety equipment immediately upon shutting off engine Wear head protection Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill Keep handles free of oil and fuel Keep hands away from cutting equipment Do not grab or hold the unit by the cuttin...

Page 10: ...sporting in a vehicle cover blade with blade cover Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed Helpful information for correct function and use Do not disassemble the recoil starter You may get a possibility of personal injury with recoil spr...

Page 11: ...d your unit Use the instructions that apply to your unit 9 1 Fuel cap 2 Throttle lever 3 Starter handle 4 Blade guard 5 Cutting attachment 6 Drive shaft tube 7 Handle 8 Ignition switch 9 Harness 10 Clutch case 11 Choke lever 12 Engine 13 Angle transmission 14 Combi box spanner 15 Handling instructions ...

Page 12: ...screws making sure to align the notch 12 in the gear case with the hole 13 in the gear case cover Installation of blade guard Fig 9 The guard bracket already mounted to the drive shaft tube Install the blade guard on drive shaft tube against angle transmission 14 Tighten the guard bracket fi rmly so that the blade guard does not swing or move down during operation CAUTION The blade guard must be i...

Page 13: ...re Always have good ventilation when handling fuel inside building Fuel Always use branded 89 octane unleaded gasoline Use genuine two cycle oil or use a mix between 25 1 to 50 1 please consult the oil bottle for the ratio or Hitachi dealer If genuine oil is not available use an anti oxidant added quality oil expressly labeled for air cooled 2 cycle engine use JASO FC GRADE OIL or ISO EGC GRADE Do...

Page 14: ... in areas where it is diffi cult to see the material to be cut The blade turns counter clockwise therefore be advised to operate the unit from right to left for effi cient cutting Keep onlookers out of working area at least 15 m parts are undamaged When grass or vines wrap around attachment stop engine and attachment and remove them WARNING Stopping Fig 23 Decrease engine speed and run at an idle ...

Page 15: ...dust and dirt in order to avoid Carburetor malfunctions Starting problems Engine power reduction Unnecessary wear on the engine parts Abnormal fuel consumption Clean the air filter daily or more often if working in exceptionally dusty areas Cleaning the air fi lter Remove the air filter cover and the filter 21 Rinse it in warm soap suds Check that the fi lter is dry before reassembly An air fi lte...

Page 16: ...y Hitachi with a 25 4 mm one inch fi tting hole When installing a saw blade always face the stamped side up In the case of a 3 tooth blade it can be used on either side Use the correct blade for the type of work When replacing blades use appropriate tools When cutting edges become dull re sharpen or fi le as shown in the illustration Incorrect sharpening may cause excessive vibration Discard blade...

Page 17: ...should be cleaned then use closed packaging packaging should be firm Store the machine in dry place For transportation safety The machine should comply with ISTA Meaning of crossed out wheeled dustbin Do not dispose of electrical machines as unsorted municipal waste use separate collection facilities If electrical machines are disposed of in landfills or dumps hazardous substances can leak into th...

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