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3m Minimum
3. Shut off the engine and be certain the blades has completely stopped moving before performing
maintenance on or working on the machine.
4. Make sure the blades does not move at engine idle speed. Refer to Idle Speed Adjustment page 9.
5. Inspect the blades and replace any parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged before using the
Hedge Trimmer.
6. Never use a blades or replacement parts that are not approved by MARUYAMA.
7. Maintain the Hedge Trimmer according to the recommended maintenance intervals and
procedures in the Maintenance section beginning on page 11.
8. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause. If the cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct, return the Hedge
Trimmer to your servicing MARUYAMA dealer for repair.
9. When transporting the Hedge Trimmer always fit the blade cover.
Fuel safety
1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled and stored carefully.
Use a container approved for fuel for storing gasoline and/or fuel/oil mixture.
2. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames.
3. Do not smoke near fuel or Hedge Trimmer, or while using the Hedge Trimmer.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 10mm from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
6. Move the Hedge Trimmer at least 3m away from the fueling location
before starting the engine.
7. Do not remove the Hedge Trimmer fuel tank cap immediately after
stopping the engine.
8. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9. Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the unit.
10. Store fuel and Hedge Trimmer away from open flame, sparks and
excessive heat. Make sure fuel vapors cannot reach sparks
or open flames from water heaters, furnaces, electric motors, etc.
Hedge Trimmer Operating safety
THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully.
1.Be familiar with all controls and the proper use of the Hedge Trimmer.
2. Never allow children to operate the Hedge Trimmer. It is not a toy. Never allow adults to operate the
Hedge Trimmer without first reading this Operator’s Manual.
3. Avoid using the Hedge Trimmer near rocks, gravel, stones and similar material that would cause
harmful missiles.
4. Keep children, bystanders and animals outside a working area of the Hedge Trimmer.
5. If someone are approached while operating the Hedge Trimmer , stop the engine and the blades
moving.
6. Use the Hedge Trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
7. Never operate the Hedge Trimmer without proper guards in place.
8. Do not put hands or feet near or under any moving parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of
your body away from the moving the blades and hot surfaces such as the muffler.
9. Keep a firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
10. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Hedge Trimmer for any job that is not recommended by
MARUYAMA.
