OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOLDING THE UNIT

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 (Figs. 12–14). 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 shaft grip.

• The left arm is straight, and the hand is holding the D-handle.

•The unit is at waist level.

•The trimmer/blower attachment is parallel to the ground

and is positioned so debris is blown away from operator.

WARNING: To prevent serious injury to yourself or others, or possible damage to property, never point the blower in the direction of people or pets, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, and windows. Use extra caution when blowing debris near solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.

OPERATING TIPS WHEN USING TRIMMER/BLOWER

ATTACHMENT

• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), the use of hearing protection is required.

• Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours—not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with time listed in local ordinance. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Mon. through Sat.

•To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.

•To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the

lowest possible speed to do the job.

• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.

•In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available.

•Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for

many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.

• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris away.

• After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.

TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS

• Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground.

•Cut from left to right whenever possible. Cutting to the right improves the unit's cutting efficiency. Clippings are thrown away from the operator.

•Trim only when grass and weeds are dry.

• The life of your cutting line is dependent upon: - Following the trimming tips

- What vegetation is being cut - Where vegetation is being cut

DECORATIVE TRIMMING

Decorative trimming is accomplished

 

by removing all vegetation around

 

trees, posts, fences and more.

30º

Rotate the whole unit so that the

 

cutting attachment is at a 30° angle

 

to the ground (Fig. 15).

Fig. 15

Fig. 12

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

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