1.Protective cover must be in place
2.Tighten the screw (if needed)
9.4.2 Adjusting the Articulated Hedge Trimmer
A. Cutter Assembly
WARNING!
The cutter blades are very sharp. Do not grasp the blades with your
hands. Do not brush the blades against your body.
Never run the engine or operate the articulating hedge trimmer when the cutter
assembly is in the storage/ transport position.
IMPORTANT!
Always use gloves when working with or near the cutter assembly.
Position the hedge trimmer on a flat, level surface with the engine resting on the
fuel tank guard.
Make sure the hedge trimmer blade cover is in place.
With your right hand, grasp the handle, located immediately aft of the hand
guard. With your left hand, grip the adjustment lever on the cutter assembly. See
Fig.HT4 IMPORTANT! The latch lock provides an interlock to help prevent
inadvertent depression of the latch release.
With the index finger of your left hand, press the latch release. With your left
thumb, press the latch lock. See Fig.HTS5
While holding the latch lock down, pivot the cutter assembly using the
adjustment lever until it is straight with the outer tube (pivot 180°). See Fig.HT6.
Release the latch lock anti the latch release. Make sure the latch lock and
the latch release return securely to a locking position,
Remove the cover from the cutter blade. The engine now may be started.
