ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3.Pull the ends through making sure that the ends are of equal length and the middle of the line is centered between the insertion holes (Fig. 7).
4.If the ends are not of equal length, push the longer end back through the head part way and pull the shorter end to compensate. Repeat until both ends are the same length.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your unit off before you clean or service it.
Fig. 7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SELECTING THE TRIMMER OR BLOWER
WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.
OPERATING TIPS
•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
To switch between the trimmer and blower functions of this unit, make sure that the unit is turned off and the cutting attachment has stopped spinning.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury or damage to the unit, DO NOT attempt to shift between the trimmer and the blower while the unit is operating.
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. |
• Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for |
To Use the Trimmer
To use the trimmer, make sure the shift handle is in the DOWN position before starting the unit.
1.If the shift handle is in the UP position, grasp the red shift latch (Fig. 8) on the shift handle and squeeze until the internal locking mechanism releases.
2.Push the shift handle DOWN until the red shift latch locks into place. DO NOT FORCE. If the latch fails to lock completely into position,
Shift Latch
Shift Handle
Fig. 8
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 |
rotate the cutting head until the latch locks into place.
To Use the Blower
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.
To use the blower, make sure the shift handle is in the UP position before starting the unit.
1.If the shift handle is in the DOWN position, grasp the red shift latch (Fig. 9) on the shift handle and squeeze until the internal locking mechanism releases.
2.Pull the shift handle UP until the red shift latch locks into place.
- | What vegetation is being cut |
- | Where vegetation is being cut |
DECORATIVE TRIMMING
Decorative trimming is accomplished |
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by removing all vegetation around | 30º | |
trees, posts, fences and more. | ||
Rotate the whole unit so that the |
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cutting attachment is at a 30° angle | Fig. 9 | |
to the ground (Fig. 9). | ||
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WARNING: Before you begin using any attachment, read and understand the manual that came with the attachment. Follow all safety information contained within.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury and damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or installing attachments.
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