S WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS
the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut. By using the unit properly, the occurrence of blade thrust will be reduced and the operator will be less likely to lose control.
SCut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up to 1/2 inch (1 cm) in diameter with the weed blade. Do not let the blade contact material
it cannot cut such as stumps, rocks, fences, metal, etc., or clusters of hard, woody brush having a diameter greater than 1/2 inch (1 cm).
SKeep the blade sharp. A dull blade is more
likely to snag and thrust.
SCut only at full throttle. The blade will have maximum cutting power and is less likely to bind or stall.
S“Feed” the blade deliberately and not too
rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed too rapidly.
SCut only from your left to your right. Cutting on right side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
SUse the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip on the unit with both hands. A properly adjusted shoulder strap will support the weight of the unit, freeing your arms and
hands to control and guide the cutting motion. S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and
balance.
S Keep blade below waist level; it will be easier to maintain control of unit.
SDo not raise the engine above your waist as the blade can come dangerously close to
your body.
SDo not swing unit with such force that you are in danger of losing your balance.
Bring the engine to cutting speed before enter- ing the material to be cut.If the blade does not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger, make sure shaft is fully inserted into the engine.
Always release the throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle speed when not cut- ting. The blade should not turn while the en- gine is running at idle. If the blade turns at idle, do not use your unit. Refer to the CARBURE- TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your authorized service dealer.
SMaintain good firm footing while using the unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a comfortable apart position.
SCut while swinging the upper part of your
body from left to right.
SAs you move forward to the next area to cut, be sure to maintain your balance and footing.
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION
| 2 o’clock |
Cut using the 2 |
|
o’clock to 4 o’clock | 4 o’clock |
position of the | |
blade |
|
WARNING: The operator or others must not try to clear away cut material with the engine running or the blade turning to avoid serious injury. Stop engine and blade before removing materials wrapped around blade or shaft.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec- ommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, Electrolux Home Products, Inc., may not pay for repairs under war- ranty. It is your responsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter
SHousing Screws
SAssist Handle Screw S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.
SON/OFF Switch
then restart engine and continue.
SFuel Tank
SDebris Shield
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE- CALS
SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
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