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MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS
NOTE: Some units do not carry them.
Symbols
WARNING
The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.
It is important that you read, fully
understand and observe the following
safety precautions and warnings.
Careless or improper use of the unit may
cause serious or fatal injury.
Shows maximum shaft speed. Do not
use the cutting attachment whose
max rpm is below the shaft rpm.
Read, understand and follow all warnings
and instructions in this manual and on
the unit.
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when assembling
cutting equipment.
Always wear eye, head and ear protectors
when using this unit. Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.
Do not use metal/rigid blades when this
sign is shown on the unit.
Blade thrust may occur when the
spinning blade contacts a solid object
in the critical area. A dangerous
reaction may occur causing the
entire unit and operator to be thrust
violently. This reaction is called blade
thrust. As a result, the operator may
lose control of the unit which may
cause serious or fatal injury. Blade
thrust is more likely to occur in areas
where it is diffi cult to see the material
to be cut.
Keep all children, bystanders and helpers
15 m away from the unit. If anyone
approaches you, stop the engine and
cutting attachment immediately.
Be careful of thrown objects.
Indicate handle location. Do not
attach handle above this point.
Indicates blade guard location for a
trimmer head or semi-auto cutting
head.
Before using your machine
• Read the manual carefully.
• Check that the cutting equipment is correctly assembled and adjusted.
• Start the unit and check the carburetor adjustment. See “MAINTENANCE”.
WHAT IS WHAT .................................................................................3
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................4
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................5
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES ..............................................................5
OPERATING PROCEDURES ............................................................8
MAI NT ENA NCE ............................................................................... 10
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