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MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS
NOTE: Some units do not carry them.
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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects and other reproductive harm.
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.
Read, understand and follow all warnings
and instructions in this manual and on
the unit.
Always wear eye, head and ear protectors
when using this unit.
Do not use metal/rigid blades when this
sign is shown on the unit.
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.
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".
Contents
WHAT IS WHAT ................................................................................ 7
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 9
MAINTENANCE .............................................................................. 11
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WARNING
Shows maximum shaft speed. Do not
use the cutting attachment whose
max rpm is below the shaft rpm.
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when assembling
cutting equipment.
Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.
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.
Indicate handle location. Do not
attach handle above this point.