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CORRECT OPERATING POSITION
When operating unit, stand as shown and
check for the following:
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Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
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Grip rear handle with right hand and front
handle with left hand.
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Keep unit below waist level.
STOPPING YOUR UNIT
To stop the unit, release the trigger switch, al-
low blades to stop, then move the hedge trim-
mer away from the cutting area.
STARTING YOUR UNIT
1. Connect the unit to a power source using
the proper size extension cord (see SE-
LECT AN EXTENSION CORD).
2. Grip front and rear handles firmly.
3. Push the trigger lock--out button forward
with your right hand thumb.
4. Squeeze and hold the trigger switch.
OPERATING THE UNIT
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Read important safety instructions before
operating.
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Do not cut stems greater than 3/8 inch (1
cm) thick.
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During operation, keep extension cord be-
hind the trimmer; never drape over hedge
being trimmed.
Top Cutting
Use a wide sweeping motion for top cutting. A
slight downward tilt of the cutting blades in the
direction of motion gives the best cutting results.
Side Cutting
When trimming the sides of a hedge, begin at
the bottom and cut upwards.
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Before each use
Check for damaged or worn parts
Before each use
Inspect and clean unit and labels
After each use
Lubricate blades
After each use
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
WHEN TO PERFORM
WARNING:
Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
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Housing screws
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Handguard
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Blade
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts
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Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions
properly by pressing and releasing the trig-
ger switch. Make sure motor stops.
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Pigtail plug and extension cord -- Discontin-
ue use of unit if pigtail cord becomes dam-
aged. Have damaged cords replaced by
your authorized service dealer.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
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After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us-
ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
