2
English
MEANINGS
OF
SYMBOLS
NOTE:
Some units do not carry them.
Symbols
WARNING
The
following
show
symbols
used
for
the
machine.
Be
sure
that
you
understand
their
meaning
before
use.
It is important that you read, fully
understand and observe the
following safety precautions and
warnings. Careless or improper
use of the unit may cause serious
or fatal injury.
Gloves should be worn
when necessary, e.g.,
when assembling cutting
equipment.
Read, understand and follow all
warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the unit.
Use anti-slip and sturdy
footwear.
Always wear eye, head and ear
protectors when using this unit.
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, the
operator may lose control of the
unit which may cause serious
or fatal injury. Blade thrust is
more likely to occur in areas
where it is di
ffi
cult to see the
material to be cut.
Do not use metal/rigid blades
when this sign is shown on the
unit.
Keep all children, bystanders and
helpers 50 ft (15 m) away from
the unit. If anyone approaches
you, stop the engine and cutting
attachment immediately.
Indicate handle location. Do
not attach handle above this
point.
Be careful of thrown objects.
Indicate blade guard location
for a trimmer head or semi-
auto cutting head.
Shows maximum shaft speed. Do
not use the cutting attachment
whose max rpm is below the
shaft rpm.
Before
using
your
machine
• Read the manual carefully.
• Check that the cutting equipment is correctly assembled and adjusted.
• Start the unit and check the carburetor adjustment. See “MAINTENANCE”.
Contents
WHAT IS WHAT .................................................... 3
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ 4
WARRANTY .......................................................... 5
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 6
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ................................. 8
OPERATING PROCEDURES .............................. 12
MAINTENANCE .................................................. 15
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