Discard a blade if cracks are found. • Check that the support flange is not cracked due to fatigue or due to being tightened too much. Discard the support flange if it is cracked. • Ensure the locking nut has not lost its captive force. The nut lock should have a locking force of at least 1.5 Nm. The tightening torque of the locking nut should be 35-50 Nm. • Check that the blade guard is not damaged or cracked. Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to impact or is cracked. Check that the trim

Symbols WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: •Approved hearing protection •Approved eye protection This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives. Cutting tool. Do not

The risk increases at low temperatures. Quick release There is an easily accessible, quick release fitted at the front as a safety precaution in case the engine catches fire, or in any other situation that requires you to free yourself from the machine and harness. See instructions under the heading Adjusting the harness and clearing saw. Check that the harness straps are correctly positioned. Once the harness and machine have been adjusted, check that the harness quick release works correctly.

Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. 2 If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes.Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water. 3 If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines. Transport and storage • Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with sparks or naked flames, for example, from electri

If the high speed jet H is set too lean (screwed in too far) the engine speed will be too high and cause engine damage. Do not let the engine run at full speed for more than 10 seconds. Apply full throttle and turn the high speed jet H very slowly clockwise until the engine slows down. Then turn the high speed jet H very slowly anticlockwise until the engine starts to run unevenly. Now turn the high speed jet H slowly clockwise a little way until the engine runs smoothly. H Note that the engine

The lining should offer a resistance of at least 1.5 Nm. The nut should be replaced after it has been put on approx. 10 times. ! WARNING! Never use a machine with faulty safety equipment. The machine’s safety equipment must be checked and maintained as described in this section. If your machine fails any of these checks contact your service agent to get it repaired. English – 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cutting equipment IMPORTANT! This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipme

Warm engine Primer bulb: Press the air purge repeatedly until fuel begins to fill the bulb. The bulb need not be completely filled. Starting Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot!). Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with your right hand until you feel some resistance (the starter pawls grip), now quickly and powerfully pull the cord. Never wrap the starter cord around your hand Push the choke control back to its original posi

KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING! Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: • Approved hearing protection • Approved eye protection Always wear approved protective gloves. Wear sturdy, non-slip bo

ADVERTENCIA: Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves. AVERTISSEMENT: Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de securite. Tout defaut de le faire pourrait entrainer des blessures graves. Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions SAFETY RULES WARNING: Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in ser

Lire attentivement et bien assimiler le manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser la machine. Lea detenidamente el manual de instrucciones y asegurese de entender su contenido antes de utilizar la maquina. SYMBOL EXPLANATION Symbols WARNING: Clearing saws, brush- cutters and trimmers can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the mac