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ENGLISH
WARNING
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow the instructions listed below,
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
This attachment is suitable for use with petrol
power heads ONLY.
This attachment is NOT suitable for use with
petrol powered products equipped with bike
handles.
WARNING
THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions
carefully for the correct handling, preparation,
maintenance, starting and stopping of the
hedge trimmer. Become familiar with all
controls and the proper use of the hedge
trimmer. Become familiar with the owner's
manual before attempting to operate the
equipment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
INTENDED USE:
This product should only be operated outdoors in a well
ventilated area.
This product is intended to cut and trim hedges, shrubs
and similar vegetation. It is NOT intended to cut grass,
trees or branches. It should not be used for any other
purpose than hedge trimming.
This attachment is approved for use with all Ryobi /
Homelite petrol driven power heads of 30cc or less.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
For safe operation, read and understand all instructions
and the instructions for power head thoroughly before
using the articulating hedge trimmer attachment.
Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety
instructions listed below, can result in serious personal
injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use
this unit.
Wear safety glasses or goggles and hearing protection
when operating this unit.
Wear heavy trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing, shorts, jewellery of any kind, or
go barefoot.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least
15m away. Avoid operating while people, especially
children, are nearby.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure
to hot surfaces.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving
part.
Do not touch areas around the silencer or engine of
the power head, these parts get hot from operation.
Failure to do so could result in possible serious
personal injury.
Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire
and/or ensure that the engine cut off switch remains in
the off position before making adjustments, cleaning,
clearing a blockage, and/or performing maintenance
or repairs (except for carburettor adjustments.)
Inspect unit before each use for loose fasteners,
damaged or missing parts. Correct before use. Failure
to do so can cause serious injury.
Check for damaged parts. Before further use of the
attachment, any part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.
Use only original manufacturer’s replacement
parts. Always ensure all handles and guards are
fitted when using the machine. Never attempt to
use an incomplete attachment or one fitted with an
unauthorised modification. Failure to do so, may
cause poor performance, possible injury, and will void
your warranty.
If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object or
the hedge trimmer starts making any unusual noise
or vibration, shut off the power source and allow the
hedge trimmer to stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug and/or ensure that the engine
cut off switch remains in the off position and take the
following steps: inspect for damage; check for, and
tighten, any loose parts; have any damaged parts
replaced or repaired by an authorised service agent.
Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug
wire from the spark plug before:
1. Adjusting the working position of the cutting device.
2. Cleaning or clearing a blockage.
3. Checking, carrying out maintenance or working on the
hedge trimmer, adjusting the working position of the
cutting device, leaving the hedge trimmer unattended.
