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6. MAINTENANCE
F8
F10
F9
Before cleaning, inspecting, or
repairing the unit, make sure that
the engine has stopped and is
cool.
■ BLADE (F8)
• Check the blade and the fasteners
for looseness, cracking, or
bending.
• Check the cutting edges and
reform with a flat file.
Point:
1. Keep the end corner sharp.
2. Round the root of the edge.
3. Do not use water when using a
grinder.
■ You need not to adjust the gap
between upper blade and lower
blade as this product is
designed to have optimal gap
when it is properly set up. (F9)
(1) Bolt
(2) Washer
(3) Spacer
When mounting the blade, make sure
to fasten the spacer, washer and
bolt.
■ SAFETY LOCK (F10)
Stop operation when the safety
lock is defective.
Safety lock is the device not to
accelerate the throttle lever without
intention. While pushing the safety
lock, you can accelerate the throttle
lever.
(1) Safety lock
1. Check if the throttle lever does not
move when you do not push the
safety lock.
2. Check if the throttle lever moves
when you grasp or release it while
pushing the safety lock.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
WARNING
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