Gas Hedge Trimmer Operator's Manual

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English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Checking, maintaining and servicing
the machine ′ s safety equipment
Throttle lock
• Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting
when the throttle lock is released.
• Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its
original position when you release it.
• Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freely
and that the return springs work properly.
• See instructions under the heading Start. Start the hedge
trimmer and apply full throttle. Release the throttle trigger
and check that the blades stop and remain stationary. If
the blades move when the throttle trigger is in the idle
position then the carburettor idle setting must be adjusted.
See instructions under the heading Maintenance.
Stop switch
• Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when
you move the stop switch to the stop setting.
Hand guard
(325HDA55,325HE3)
• Check that the hand guard is fitted correctly.
• Check that the hand guard is undamaged.
Vibration damping system
• Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or
deformation.
• Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged
and securely attached.
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WARNING! All servicing and repair work on
the machine requires special training. This is
especially true of the machine ′ s safety
equipment. If your machine fails any of the
checks described below you must contact
your service agent. When you buy any of our
products we guarantee the availability of
professional repairs and service. If the
retailer who sells your machine is not a
servicing dealer, ask him for the address of
your nearest service agent.
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WARNING! Never use a machine with faulty
safety equipment. The machine’s safety
equipment must be checked and maintained
as described in this section. If your machine
fails any of these checks contact your
service agent to get it repaired.
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WARNING! Always stop the engine before
doing any work on the cutting attachment.
This continues to rotate even after the
throttle has been released. Ensure that the
cutting attachment has stopped completely
and disconnect the HT lead from the spark
plug before you start to work on it.