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PREPARATIONS FOR USE
Please always read the instruction manual carefully and check the machine before
operating.
This product is equipped with a 2-stroke engine which requires 2-stroke lubricating oil
to be pre-mixed with petrol. Mix both thoroughly (as per fuel-mix ratio) in a separate
container. Always prepare the fuel-mixture and refuel the hedge trimmer outside in a
well-ventilated environment.
Check the cutting attachment, never use blades that are dull, cracked or damaged.
Make sure the handle and safety features are in good working order. Never use a
machine that lacks a part or has been modified outside its specifications.
The enclosures must be correctly fitted and undamaged before you start the machine.
Inspect the hedge and work area to avoid damaging the cutting blades:
-Remove wire, rope and pieces of metal and other solid objects.
-When working close to the ground, make sure that no sand, grit or stones get -
between the blades.
-Take particular care when cutting hedges next to or against wire fences.
Remove the two plastic blade protection strips.
FUELLING
This product is equipped with a 2-stroke engine which requires 2-stroke lubricating oil
to be pre-mixed with petrol. Mix both thoroughly (as per fuel-mix ratio) in a separate
container. Always prepare the fuel-mixture and refuel the chainsaw outside in a well-
ventilated environment.
Use Lawn Star high performance 2-stroke oil (stock code 90-20000) and lead-free
petrol (Octane 95).
Oil/Fuel mix ratio for normal 2-stroke engine oil - 1:25 (4%) e.g. 40 ml of oil per
1 litre of petrol
Always stop the engine before refuelling. Do not smoke or light any flames while
refuelling.
Wipe off any fuel that may have spilled. Start the engine away from the place where it
was refuelled. Ensure the tank cap is tightened properly. Return hedge trimmer to its
normal operating position before starting.
