Safety Manual

ENGLISH
If a fuel leak occurs while a unit is being transported in an enclosed truck or
equipment trailer, or while unit is being stored between uses, safely vent spill
area to dissipate fuel vapor. Do not allow heat, sparks, open ame, smoking
materials, or other sources of ignition near spill area. Follow instructions for
draining fuel from tool. Contact your dealer for service after tagging unit to
prevent refueling until repairs have been made.
MECHANICAL PROBLEMS
Sudden vibration, unusual noise, or poor cutting performance may all be
indications of a loose or broken part, improper blade adjustment, or lack of
lubrication. Operating the unit with any of these problems can cause a jam or
other sudden malfunction that could result in an injury. Stop using the unit, and
check it carefully for problems. Correct all problems before using unit again, or
tag it until it can be repaired by an authorized servicing dealer.
CUTTING - SHAFT HEDGE TRIMMERS
There are two basic types of extended reach, shaft-mounted hedge trimmers
to meet the needs of professional landscapers and demanding homeowners.
Shaft-mounted hedge trimmers (SHC models) provide the additional reach
needed for trimming tall bushes and ornamental shrubs. Articulating hedge
trimmers (HCA model ) provide extended reach, and also allow users to adjust
the cutting angle of the blades.
Using shaft-mounted hedge trimmers requires
that you follow additional safety rules to assure
safe operation:
• NEVER operate unit within 50 Feet (15
meters) of overhead wires. Hedge trimmer
shafts are not insulated against electrical
current, and contact with wires could result in
serious injury or death from electrical shock.
• ALWAYS wear head, face, and eye protection
when cutting overhead to protect yourself
from falling debris and sharp branches.
• ALWAYS check area to be cut for hazards before
beginning. Cutting with an extended reach hedge
trimmer may require trimming in an area that is not
in the direct line of sight.
• ALWAYS use adjustment handle when adjusting
blade angle, and lock blades securely before
releasing handle.
• NEVER grip blades or use gear case to adjust blade
position. Blade edges can cut through gloves, and gear
case gets hot during use.
• ALWAYS wear gloves to protect hands against hot
surfaces and accidental contact with sharp edges.
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OPERATION
50 FT
15M
50 FT
15M