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Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or 

damaged in any way before using the unit/

machine.

Make sure the safety guard is properly attached.

Keep others away when making carburetor 

adjustments.

Use only accessories as recommended for this 

unit/machine by the manufacturer.

Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not 

use your unit/machine for any job except that for 

which it is intended

Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are 

no sparks or flames.

Use a container approved for fuel.

Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the 

unit/machine or while using the unit/machine.

Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.

Move at least 3m away from fueling site before 

starting engine.

Stop engine before removing fuel cap.

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 and fuel in area where fuel 

vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames 

from water heaters, electric motors or switches, 

furnaces, etc.

Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or inhale 

fumes, so that pay special attention when handling 

or filling fuel.

Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.

Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and 

gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, 

short pants, sandals or go barefoot.Secure hair 

so it is above shoulder length.

Do not operate this tool when you are tired, 

ill or under the infl uence of alcohol, drugs or 

medication.

Never let a child or inexperienced person 

operate the machine.

Wear hearing 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 cutting 

equipment.

When the unit is turned off , make sure the 

cutting attachment has stopped before the unit 

is set down.

When operation is prolonged, take a break from 

time to time so that you may avoid possible 

Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) which 

is caused by vibration.


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WARNINGS 

 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Operator safety

WARNING

Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you 

will not sustain Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome 

or carpal tunnel syndrome.Therefore, continual 

and regular users should monitor closely the 

condition of their hands and fi ngers. If any 

symptoms of the above appear, seek medical 

advice immediately.

If you are using any medical electric/electronic 

devices such as a pacemaker, consult your 

physician as well as the device manufacturer 

prior to operating any power equipment.

Unit/machine safety

Inspect the entire unit/machine before each 

use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel 

leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place 

and securely tightened.

WARNING

Fuel safety

WARNING

Cutting safety

Do not cut any material other than grass and 

brush.

Do not perform any operations which may 

influence an enormous shock on the cutting 

attachment.Otherwise, the flexible shaft may 

risk to be damaged.

Inspect the area to be cut before each use. 

Remove objects which can be thrown or 

become entangled.

For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol

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 4: ...V N M N N N O N P N Q N R N S N S P N O N N N R N Q N T N S N 2 ...

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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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