OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DECORATIVE TRIMMING
Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation around trees, posts, fences, etc.
Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30° angle to the ground (Fig. 12).
ADJUSTING EDGER CUTTING DEPTH
1.Loosen the adjustment knob above the wheel (Fig 14).
2.Slide the wheel to the desired position.
•Raising the wheel increases the cutting depth.
•Lowering the wheel decreases the cutting depth.
3.Tighten the adjustment knob securely.
Fig. 12
HOLDING THE UNIT WITH EDGER ADD-ON
WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. 13). Check for the following:
•The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing.
•The right arm is slightly bent, and the hand is holding the housing grip.
•The left arm is straight, and the hand is holding the
•The unit is at waist level.
•The edger wheel adjusted for proper cut depth and edger positioned as shown in Fig. 13.
Raising
Lowering
Fig. 14
TIPS FOR BEST EDGING RESULTS
•Keep the cutting attachment perpendicular to the ground.
•Do not force the edger. Edge the first time at a lower depth, then do the area again with a deeper setting.
•Walk the edger at a slow, even pace
•Check the blade condition, as it wears it becomes smaller, reducing the cutting depth performance. Replace with a new blade as required.
Fig. 13
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