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Shoulder Strap
NOTE:
Although a shoulder strap accessory is not required for use with a grass
trimmer, a shoulder strap can increase operator comfort during extended
periods of operation.
WARNING!
Always wear a shoulder strap when operating this unit with a blade. A
shoulder strap is also recommended when using trimmer line.
NOTE:
Using a shoulder strap with a brush-cutter allows you to maintain proper
control of the unit and reduces fatigue during extended operation.
Adjust the shoulder strap so the shoulder pad rests comfortably on the off-side
shoulder and the cutting path of the cutting attachment is parallel to the
ground. Tighten hanger screw.
WARNING!
Before working with a blade-equipped unit, always inspect and clean the area of objects that could interfere with or
damage the blade.
Never use a blade near sidewalks, fence posts, buildings or other objects that could cause injury or damage.
Never use a blade for purposes other than those for which it was designed.
Whenever you strike a hard object with a blade, always stop the brushcutter and carefully inspect the blade for dam-
age. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED BLADE!
A blade-equipped unit
must
be equipped with a bicycle-type handlebar or barrier as well as a harness or strap.
Always make sure the cutting attachment shield is properly installed before operating the unit.
Using A Brushcutter Blade
Blade Thrust
‘Blade thrust’ is a sudden sideways or backward motion of the brushcutter.
Such motion may occur when the blade jams or catches on an object such
as a sapling tree or tree stump. BE CONSTANTLY ALERT FOR BLADE
THRUST AND GUARD AGAINST ITS EFFECTS!
Barrier Bar
A brushcutter’s barrier bar helps prevent the operator from moving forward,
or the unit moving rearward, thus preventing inadvertent bodily contact with
the blade. ALWAYS KEEP THE BARRIER BAR SECURELY IN PLACE ON
THE UNIT!
Shoulder Strap or Harness
A shoulder strap or harness provides additional protection against blade
thrust. In addition, a shoulder strap or harness gives significant support and
comfort to help ensure safe and efficient operation.
When operating a unit equipped with a blade, make sure both the handle/
barrier bar and shoulder strap or harness are adjusted to the size of the
operator using the unit.
The blade rotates counter-clockwise. For best performance and to minimize
being struck by debris, move the blade from right to left while advancing on
your work.
Position the blade so cuts are made between the blade’s 7 o’clock and
11 o’clock positions (as viewed from above). DO NOT cut between the 11
o’clock and 5 o’clock positions (shaded area).
Seven
O’Clock
OK To Cut
Blade
Rotation
DO NOT CU
T
Five
O’Clock
Eleven
O’Clock
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