Instruction Manual

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Fig.H
Fig.I
Fig.J
Level Hedges (Fig. J)
To obtain exceptionally level hedges a piece of string can be
stretched along the length of the hedge as aguide.
Trimming New Growth (Fig. I)
Using a wide, sweeping motion and feeding the blade teeth
through the twigs, is most effective. A slight downward
tilt of the blade in the direction of motion gives the
bestcutting.
Trimming Instructions (Fig. H–L)
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DANGER: Keep hands away fromblade
andPower Saw.
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WARNING: To guard against injury,
observe the following:
• Read instruction manual before using. Save
instructionmanual.
• Check the hedge for foreign objects such as wires
or fences before eachuse.
• Keep hands on handles. Don’toverreach.
• Do not use under wetconditions.
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CAUTION: Blade may coast after turnoff.
Extension Cord (Fig. H)
Always keep extension cord behind trimmer and away
from the trimming operation. Never drape it over a hedge
being trimmed. If you cut or damage the cord, unplug it
at the electrical outlet immediately, before inspecting or
repairingcord.
Working Position (Fig. H)
Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach.
Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear and rubber gloves
when trimming. Hold the tool firmly in both hands and turn
the tool ON. Always hold the trimmer, as shown in Fig. H,
with one hand on the switch handle and one hand on the
bail handle. Never hold the tool by the bladeguard.
Fig.G
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Proper Hand Position (Fig. G)
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position
as shown.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of
a suddenreaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the switch
handle
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and one hand on the bail handle
3
. Never hold
the unit by the blade guard
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