GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! The inside of the muffler contain
!chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muffler.
WARNING! Bear in mind that:
!The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible material!
Blades
To ensure good cutting results it is important that the contact pressure between the blades is correct. The contact pressure is adjusted by turning the screws on the underside of the bar clockwise as far as they will go. Then turn the screws anticlockwise a 1/4 turn. Lock the screws using the locking nut on the top of the bar. Check that the screws are loose enough to allow the washers under the screw heads to slide sideways.
When the blades are correctly adjusted the play between the blades should be
The edges of the blades are too hard to be filed. Dull blades should be sharpened using a grinder.
Replace the blades if they are bent or damaged.
Gear housing
The gear housing gets hot when the machine has been in use. To avoid burning yourself do not touch the gear housing.
Assembly of the catcher (accessory)
Loosen the nuts on top of the bar. Align the bolts in the holes on the catcher and fit the bolts. Adjust the blades’ contact pressure according to the instructions under the heading Blades.
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