MAINTENANCE
Clearing Jams
DANGER
If the cutting head/work attachment gets jammed by an obstruction and can’t move, the clutch allows the engine to keep running. As soon as the obstruction is re- moved, the cutting head/work attachment will start moving again. To protect yourself from serious injury when clearing jams, follow these important safety rules:
•ALWAYS switch the unit off and disconnect the spark plug before clearing a jam.
•NEVER reach for or try to remove jammed material while the engine is running.
•ALWAYS inspect the cutting head/work attachment after clearing a jam to make sure all jammed mate- rial has been cleared.
•ALWAYS make sure cutting head/work attachment has not been damaged.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Operating a poorly maintained unit can result in serious injuries to operator and others. Maintain unit as instructed in Operator’s Manual. Keep blades sharp and properly adjusted, and replace broken parts immediately.
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
Your unit requires regular maintenance for safe operation and reliable performance. Using a
•NEVER test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole. A spark could ignite fuel vapor, causing serious injury from explosion or fire.
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