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MAINTENANCE, cont’d
Sharpening Blades;
The blades are very sharp. Always wear strong protective gloves when touching the
blades.
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Use a screwdriver to separate upper and lower cutters equal distance apart.
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File each edge carefully, following the original direction of the angle of the blade.
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Lubricate the cutting blade as shown on page 7.
Storage:
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Clean and lubricate the cutting blades and gear case.
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Sharpen the cutting blades if necessary.
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Cover the blades with the blade cover.
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Store in a dry, dust-free place out of
the
reach of children.
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When storing the hedge trimmer for any length of time it is important to drain down the
fuel, both in the tank and the carburettor. Either drain the fuel manually or run the engine
until it uses up all the fuel.
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Remove the spark plug and add a few drops of oil into the spark plug hole.
• Pull the starter cord gently to confirm that a film of oil covers the engine inside.
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Tighten the spark plug.
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