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12Section 4: Operation

OPERATING TIPS & TECHNIQUES

Tips for Precision Cutting	Use Extreme Caution on Slopes
For the most precise cutting possible, be sure to select the	When operating on sloping ground, use extreme caution and
appropriate line cutting height and trimmer line size (thickness)	common sense to avoid possible injury or property damage.
for the conditions at hand.	Do not mow on excessively steep slopes! Avoid slopes if
When mowing, let the cutting head rest lightly on the ground,	greater than 150 or wherever footing is unsure. If a slope is
without lifting up or pushing down on the handlebars. This tech-	difficult to stand on, it is probably too steep to trim or mow.
nique allows the cutting head to follow the ground contour	In this case, it may be wiser to establish a permanent ground
closely, resulting in the most even cut possible.	cover on this area.
Also, be sure to ease into heavy growth to prevent overwhelming	Do not trim on slopes when the ground is slippery. Trim
the machine.	across the face of a slope, not up and down. Slow down and
	exercise caution when changing direction on slopes.

Trim When Wet or Dry Grass and most other materials are most efficiently trimmed when dry. But the unit will do a fine job even with damp or wet materials. When conditions are moist or damp, be sure to clean debris off the machine regularly to keep cutting efficiency high. And watch your footing!

Clean the Unit On	Do Not Let the Trimmer Lines		Keep the Mowed Side On the
a Regular Basis	Become Too Short		Right While Moving Forward
Clean under the mower deck frequently	When the trimmer lines wear to less		The trimmer/mower discharges cut
to remove any debris buildup. Also	than 1/2 their original length, trimming		materials to the right side.
clean around the muffler and on top of	jobs will take far longer than necessary.		For best results, stay on the right side of
engine.	As a general guideline, install new lines
			unmowed growth as you move along.
	when they wear to 1/2 their original
See the cleaning instructions in Section
	length.
5: “Maintenance.”
Vary the Throttle Setting			Use the Correct
According to Conditions			Walking Speed
The majority of trimming and mowing jobs will yield the best results if the		Use a travel speed that is suitable for the condi-
throttle control is set at the fastest speed.
		tions at hand.
Less demanding jobs (and projects that require very precise cutting) will yield		For example, you’ll get better trimming and
better results if the engine speed is somewhat reduced. For example, damage
		mowing results at slower walking speeds if the
to trees and ornamentals can be avoided by reducing the engine speed, using
		grass is tall or lush.
the lighter .130" diameter line, and by keeping a safe distance away.
		Shorter grass or less dense growth can be cut
Again, once you begin a particular job and get a “feel” for the conditions, you
		at faster travel speeds.
will be able to make adjustments for the best possible results.