OPERATION
Adjust the shoulder strap to position the brushcutter at a
comfortable operating position and to assure that the
shoulder strap will reduce the risk of operator contact
with the blade.
Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this
unit. Blade thrust is the reaction which may occur when the
spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut. This contact
may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and suddenly
“thrust” the unit away from the object that was hit.
This reaction can be violent enough to cause the
operator to lose control of the unit. Blade thrust may
occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls or binds.
This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to
see the material being cut. For cutting ease and safety,
approach the weeds being cut from the right to the left.
In the event that an unexpected object or woody stock is
encountered, this could minimise the blade thrust reaction.
TRI-ARC BLADE
The TRI-ARC blade is suited only for pulpy weeds and
vines. When the blade becomes dull, it can be turned
over to extend the life of the blade. Do not sharpen the
TRI-ARC blade.
CUTTING TECHNIQUE - BLADE
WARNING
Extreme care must be taken when using blades
to ensure safe operation. Read the safety
information for safe operation using the blade,
refer to “Specific Safety Rules for Brushcutter
and Blade Use” earlier in this manual.
■ Always hold brushcutter with both hands when
operating. Use a firm grip on both handles.
■ Maintain your grip and balance on both feet. Position
yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by
the kick-back reaction of the cutting blade.
■ Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such as
glass, stones, concrete, fencing, wire, wood, metal, etc.
■ Never use blades near footpaths, fencing, posts,
buildings or other immovable objects.
■ Never use a blade after hitting a hard object without
first inspecting it for damage. Do not use if any
damage is detected.
■ The unit is used as a scythe, cutting from the right to
the left in a broad sweeping action from side to side.
STARTING AND STOPPING (Fig. 13-15)
NOTE: The unit is equipped with an automatic choke
feature. The starting instructions for this feature are
different from units with a manual choke. Be sure to read
and follow the starting instructions below.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or
poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
TO START A COLD ENGINE
■ Lay the product on a flat, bare surface.
■ Toggle the switch (11) to the “I” (ON) position.
■ Push the primer bulb (46) 8 to 10 times.
■ Set the choke lever (47) to A (Choke Closed) (48).
■ Press the throttle interlock (12) and squeeze the
trigger (9).
■ Pull the starter grip (1) three times.
■ Set the choke lever to B (Choke Open) (49).
■ Squeeze the trigger and pull the starter grip until the
engine starts. Let the engine run for 30 seconds
before using it.
TO START A WARM ENGINE
■ Lay the product on a flat, bare surface.
■ Toggle the switch to the “I” (ON) position.
■ Push the primer bulb (46) 8 to 10 times.
■ Set the choke lever to B (Choke Open).
■ Press the throttle interlock (12), squeeze the trigger
(9) and pull the starter grip until the engine starts.
TO STOP THE ENGINE
■ Release the trigger.
■ Toggle the switch to the "O" (OFF) position.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer's replacement
parts, accessories and attachments. Failure to
do so can cause possible injury, poor perfor-
mance and may void your warranty.
■ The cutting attachment must not work in idle mode.
If this requirement is not satisfied, the clutch has
to be adjusted or the machine needs an urgent
maintenance by a qualified technician.
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