Safe Operation
This machine is designed especially for trimming hedges.
Never use this machine for any other purposes. Never try to cut stones, met- als, plastics or any other hard objects. Using this Articulated Hedgetrimmer for other purposes than trimming hedges may damage the machine or cause serious injury.
Before trimming:
■■Wear suitable protective clothing and equipment. See the “Safety” section for information.
■■Choose the best working position for safety against the falling objects (branches, etc.).
■■Start the engine.
■■Rest when you feel fatigued.
■■Never stand directly underneath the branch you are cutting. Be aware of falling branches. Note that a branch may spring back at you after it hits the ground.
Working Position
■■Hold the shaft grip above the pow- erhead with your right hand, and the loop handle with your left hand.
■■Your left arm should be extended to the most comfortable position.
NOTE:
Rest when you feel fatigued.
General maintenance
Hold the loop handle
with your left hand
Right hand
on shaft grip
Operator in working position
IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY ECHO, INC. THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM.
NOTE:
Using
WARNING!
Before performing any mainte- nance, repair, or cleaning work on the unit, make sure the engine and cutting attachment are completely stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing service or maintenance.
WARNING!
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