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Operation
This machine is designed especially for
trimming hedges.
Never use this machine for any other
purposes. Never try to cut stones, met-
als, plastics or any other hard objects.
Using this Articulated Hedgetrim-
mer for other purposes than trimming
hedges may damage the machine or
cause serious injury.
Before trimming:
Wear suitable protective clothing and ■
equipment. See the Safty section for
information.
Choose the best working position
■
for safety against the falling objects
(branches, etc.).
Start the engine.
■
Put on the strap, if so equipped. ■
Rest when you feel fatigued. ■
Never stand directly underneath the ■
branch you are cutting. Be aware of
falling branches. Note that a branch
may spring back at you after it hits
the ground.
NOTE:
Rest when you feel fatigued.
Working Position
Hold the shaft grip above the power- ■
head with your right hand, and the loop
handle with your left hand.
Your left arm should be extended to
■
the most comfortable position.
Operator in working position
Right hand on
shaft grip
Hold the loop
handle with your
left hand
WARNING!
Before performing any mainte-
nance, repair, or cleaning work on the
unit, make sure the engine and cutting
attachment are completely stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing service or maintenance.
WARNING!
Non-standard accessories, cut-
ting attachment, or replacement parts
may not operate properly with your unit
and may cause damage and lead to per-
sonal injury.
IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY
ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER
OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY ECHO, INC. THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFOR-
MANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM.
General maintenance