Weed Eater HT1700, HT2400, 545117507 instruction manual Maintenance, Before Each Use, After Each Use

CORRECT OPERATING POSITION

When operating unit, stand as shown and check for the following:

SWear eye protection and heavy clothing. S Grip rear handle with right hand and front

handle with left hand.

S Keep unit below waist level.

SDo not cut stems greater than 3/8 inch (1 cm) thick.

SDuring operation, keep extension cord be- hind the trimmer; never drape over hedge being trimmed.

Top Cutting

Use a wide sweeping motion for top cutting. A slight downward tilt of the cutting blades in the direction of motion gives the best cutting results.

STOPPING YOUR UNIT

To stop the unit, release the trigger switch, al- low blades to stop, then move the hedge trim- mer away from the cutting area.

STARTING YOUR UNIT

1.Connect the unit to a power source using the proper size extension cord (see SE-

LECT AN EXTENSION CORD).

2.Grip front and rear handles firmly.

3.Push the trigger lock--out button forward with your right hand thumb.

4.Squeeze and hold the trigger switch.

OPERATING THE UNIT

SRead important safety instructions before operating.

Side Cutting

When trimming the sides of a hedge, begin at the bottom and cut upwards.

MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES

WARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.

CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK	WHEN TO PERFORM
Check for loose fasteners and parts	Before each use
Check for damaged or worn parts	Before each use
Inspect and clean unit and labels	After each use
Lubricate blades	After each use

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.

BEFORE EACH USE

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SHousing screws S Handguard

S Blade

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

STrigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions

properly by pressing and releasing the trig- ger switch. Make sure motor stops.

SPigtail plug and extension cord -- Discontin- ue use of unit if pigtail cord becomes dam- aged. Have damaged cords replaced by your authorized service dealer.

AFTER EACH USE

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS

SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us- ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

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