Hedge Trimmer “E” System Owners Manual and Safety Instructions © 2005 Mantis, Div. of Schiller-Pfeiffer Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Table of Contents Important Information Attachment Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Special Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Safety and Warnings Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 General Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Warnings A. Safety Decals Please pay particular attention to the warning and information decals found on various parts of this Hedge Trimmer Attachment unit. They are an important part of the safety system. These decals must be replaced in time due to abrasion, etc. It is your responsibility to replace the decals when they become hard to read. The location of these decals and their part numbers for ordering are shown below.
General Safety Rules WARNING – DANGER THE BLADES COAST AFTER SWITCH TRIGGER IS RELEASED AND MOTOR IS SWITCHED OFF. MAKE SURE BLADES HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND ENGINE IS OFF BEFORE RELEASING A HANDLE. WARNING – DANGER IF TRIMMER IS USED IMPROPERLY OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED, THE USER RISKS SERIOUS INJURY TO THEMSELVES AND OTHERS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS HEDGE TRIMMER. Don’t ever grasp cutting blades for any reason.
wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on. 14. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry a plugged in tool with a finger on the switch trigger. Ensure switch is off when plugging in. 15. Use outdoor extension leads. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use. WARNING – DANGER LITTLE WONDER WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FAILURE OF CUTTING DEVICES OR ACCESSORIES THAT HAVE NOT BEEN TESTED AND APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS UNIT.
the work area for obstacles that might cause you to lose your footing, balance or control of the machine. While operating the machine always be sure of a safe and secure operating position especially when using steps or a ladder. Always be sure of your footing on slopes. WARNING – DANGER IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT MANTIS CUSTOMER SERVICE. 34.
Trimming Adjusting the Blade Angle WARNING WARNING – DANGER BLADES COAST AFTER RELEASING THROTTLE OR STOPPING MOTOR. KEEP A FIRM GRIP WITH BOTH HANDS WHILE BLADES ARE MOVING AND/OR MOTOR IS RUNNING. KEEP A SURE FOOTING. DO NOT OVERREACH. IF YOUR TRIMMER BECOMES JAMMED, RELEASE SWITCH AND STOP MOTOR. MAKE SURE BLADES HAVE STOPPED COMPLETELY. UNPLUG THE UNIT, THEN REMOVE THE OBSTRUCTION. DANGER SWITCH OFF THE MOTOR AND UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE LUBRICATING OR ADJUSTING THE BLADES. 1.
WARNING – DANGER SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE LUBRICATING OR ADJUSTING THE BLADES. Blades Adjustment The care and adjustment of the blades is very important to the efficient operation of the trimmer and especially to the long life of the motor. When resting, it is often a good idea to use the time to oil the cutting blades. If a gap exists between the upper and lower blades, follow the procedure below to adjust them so that they fit more closely together. 1. Loosen lock nut. 2.
Maintenance WARNING – DANGER checked for proper amount (approximately 1/2 full in the area of the gears) and a new gasket should be used to insure proper seating of the cover plate. Grease should be added every 25 hours of use. Use EP2 white lithium grease in the gear housing. UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE LUBRICATING OR ADJUSTING THE BLADES. A. Lubrication 1. A few drops of light No. 10 oil should be placed on the back edge of each adjusting screw head approximately after every 4 hours of normal operation.
Hedge Trimmer “E” System Exploded View 58 62 59 60 55 61 53 56 51 15 13 50 1 4 5 1 9 6 19 7 20 46 16 17 18 49 63 48 47 19 20 30 45 8 2 21 3 23 44 25 42 22 57 25 24 27 26 43 42 28 29 41 40 30 31 32 33 38 37 34 36 35 9 38 39 54 22 14 12 25 52
Hedge Trimmer “E” System Parts List KEY # KEY # DESCRIPTION PART # QTY DESCRIPTION PART # QTY 1 LOCKNUT INSERT 331534 1 33 2 LOCKING KNOB 331218 1 34 PROTECTIVE COVER 331235 1 3 ADJUSTMENT BRACKET 331217 1 35 BOLT M5X18 331547 4 4 CLAMPING PAD 331535 1 36 FELT 331236 1 PLASTIC LOCKING SPACER 331218 5 37 SCREW M6X20 331548 1 5 GEAR CASE BOTTOM COVER 331234 1 6 ROTATE BOLT 331536 1 38 WASHER 331549 5 7 RIVET 331537 1 39 SCREW M6X18 331550 4 8 FLAT
2 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE & WARRANTY POLICY FOR ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER MANTIS extends this limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the warranty period. This warranty covers all portions of the MANTIS Tiller.
