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sharpenInG blades
Level 3.
Tools required: (2) 10 mm Sockets & Extensions , Flat le, Screwdriver
Parts required: None
WARNING
Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to
severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible,
and always wear gloves to protect hands.
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Clean dirt from the grease tting (A).
Carefully pump grease into tting (A).
DO NOT force grease. Too
much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage. Apply 1-2
pumps of grease every 15-25 hours of operation.
Wipe excess grease from around grease tting.
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Move stop switch to stop position.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove blade stiffener (see “Blade Stiffener Remove/Install
instructions”).
Slide blades to allow le clearance using slots (A) on bottom of blade.
Do not pry against cutting edges.
File each edge carefully. Follow the original shape of the blade.
IMPORTANT
If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat.
Install blade stiffener (see “Blade Stiffener Remove/Install
instructions”).
Lubricate blades (see “Lubrication instructions”).
IMPORTANT
Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized
Shindaiwa Servicing Dealer, otherwise premature wear or internal
damage may occur.
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45º
6mm (.25 in.) Radius