Hedge Clipper 15

Operator's Manual

rotating operation

HC-165/185 Hedge Clipper throttle handles are adjustable for operator comfort at all angles of operation.

WARNING

Stop engine before rotating throttle handle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

DANGER

Changing throttle handle angle may change exhaust direction. Use a grip and operating position that blows exhaust away from you.

Rotating Throttle Handle

1.Move stop switch (A) to STOP position.

2.Press handle rotation release button (B) to unlock throttle handle rotation.

note

Throttle trigger must be at idle position in order to press the rotation lock button.

3.Rotate throttle handle (C) right or left to the 45º or 90º detent set- ting. A slight "CLICK" will be heard as the detent is engaged.

4.Grip the throttle handle. Press the throttle lockout lever down with palm of hand and squeeze throttle trigger (D) to reset rotation re- lease button (B), and lock handle in position.

note

If the throttle trigger does not operate after rotating throttle handle, move throttle handle slightly left and right until detent engages and throttle trigger operates normally.

A

B C

45º

right

45º left

90º right

90º left

B D