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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOLDING THE UNIT
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Figs.
12–14). Check for the following:
• The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing.
• The right arm is slightly bent, and the hand is holding the
shaft grip.
• The left arm is straight, and the hand is holding the D-handle.
• The unit is at waist level.
• The trimmer/blower attachment is parallel to the ground
and is positioned so debris is blown away from operator.
Fig. 12
OPERATING TIPS WHEN USING TRIMMER/BLOWER
ATTACHMENT
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound
level(s), the use of hearing protection is required.
• Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours—not
early in the morning or late at night when people might be
disturbed. Comply with time listed in local ordinance. Usual
recommendations are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Mon. through Sat.
• To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
• To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the
lowest possible speed to do the job.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
• In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a
mister attachment when water is available.
• Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for
many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as
gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris away.
• After using blowers and other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris in trash receptacles.
TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS
• Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground.
• Cut from left to right whenever possible. Cutting to the right
improves the unit's cutting efficiency. Clippings are thrown
away from the operator.
• Trim only when grass and weeds are dry.
• The life of your cutting line is dependent upon:
- Following the trimming tips
- What vegetation is being cut
- Where vegetation is being cut
DECORATIVE TRIMMING
Decorative trimming is accomplished
by removing all vegetation around
trees, posts, fences and more.
Rotate the whole unit so that the
cutting attachment is at a 30° angle
to the ground (Fig. 15).
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
WARNING: To prevent serious injury to yourself or
others, or possible damage to property, never point
the blower in the direction of people or pets, or in
the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing
debris away from people, animals, and windows.
Use extra caution when blowing debris near solid
objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.
WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and
body protection to reduce the risk of injury when
operating this unit.
30º
Fig. 15