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POWXG2015 EN

1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3

2 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................. 3

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3

4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 4

5 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS .................................................... 4

5.1 Work area ................................................................................................................ 4

5.2 Personal safety ....................................................................................................... 4

5.3 Engine tool use and care ........................................................................................ 5

5.4 Service ..................................................................................................................... 5

6 PETROL SAFETY WARNINGS ....................................................... 5

7 FUEL ................................................................................................. 6

7.1 Fuel and oil mixture ................................................................................................ 6

7.1.1 Mixing fuel ................................................................................................................. 6

7.2 Refuelling ................................................................................................................ 6

7.3 Storage of fuel ......................................................................................................... 6

8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 7

8.1 Starting the engine .................................................................................................. 7

8.1.1 Cold starting .............................................................................................................. 7

8.1.2 Hot starting ............................................................................................................... 8

8.2 Stopping the engine ................................................................................................ 8

8.3 Angle change of rear handle .................................................................................. 9

8.3.1 How to change the angle........................................................................................... 9

8.3.2 Vertical operation ...................................................................................................... 9

9 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 10

9.1 Blade lubrication ................................................................................................... 10

9.2 Safety lock ............................................................................................................. 11

9.3 Air cleaner ............................................................................................................. 11

9.4 Air cooling ............................................................................................................. 11

9.5 Sparking Plug ........................................................................................................ 11

9.6 Gearbox ................................................................................................................. 12

Summary of content (16 pages)

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POWXG2015 EN 1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3 2 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................. 3 3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3 4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 4 5 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS .................................................... 4 5.1 Work area ......
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POWXG2015 EN 9.7 Silencer .................................................................................................................. 12 9.7.1 After 100 hours of use ............................................................................................. 12 9.7.2 Maintenance before storage .................................................................................... 12 10 CLEANING .....................................................................................
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EN POWXG2015 HEDGE TRIMMER 25.4cc POWXG2015 1 APPLICATION The hedge trimmer should be used only for trimming hedges, bushes and shrubs. Other uses of the trimmer not mentioned in this manual may damage the trimmer or seriously injure the operator and are therefore expressly excluded from the application range. It is not designed for commercial use. WARNING! For your own safety, read this manual and the general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance.
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EN POWXG2015 4 SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this manual and/or on the machine: Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the Wear a mask In dusty conditions tool. Never operate the machine in the rain or in damp or wet conditions. Read manual before use Moisture is an electrical shock hazard.
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POWXG2015     EN Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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EN POWXG2015 7 FUEL 7.1 Fuel and oil mixture For best results use regular unleaded petrol mixed with 2-stroke air-cooled engine oil on a ratio of 40:1. WARNING: Never use unmixed petrol in your engine. This will cause permanent damage and void the manufacturer’s warranty for the product. Never use a fuel mixture that has been stored for more than 30 days. WARNING: 2-stroke lubricant must be a premium grade oil for 2-stroke aircooled engines mixed at a 40:1 ratio.
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8 EN POWXG2015 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8.1 Starting the engine Move at least 3 metres away from the place of refuelling. Place the hedge trimmer on a clean area of ground and make sure that the cutting tool does not come into contact with the ground or any other objects. Keep the blades clear of everything around, since they will start moving as soon as the engine starts. 8.1.1 Cold starting If the engine is cold or if it has been stopped for more than 5 minutes or if fuel has been added to the engine.
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POWXG2015   EN Hold the unit down firmly so that you will not lose control while cranking the engine. If not held down properly, the engine could make you lose your balance or swing the cutting blade into a nearby object or your body. Pull out the starter handle slowly (10 to 15 cm), and check the pressure. Pull strongly when you feel the pressure and start the engine.
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EN POWXG2015 8.3 Angle change of rear handle To permit vertical operation of the unit, the angle of the rear handle can be changed. To reduce fatigue when trimming hedges, the handle can be swivelled 90° to the left or to the right. 8.3.1 How to change the angle        Push back the throttle lever, and rotate the rear handle, pulling the rotation locking pin. Rotate the rear handle 90 degrees to the right or to the left. After completing the rotation, release the locking pin.
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EN POWXG2015 Shaft Engine 9 MAINTENANCE Our machines have been designed to operate for a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous and satisfactory operation presupposes proper machine care and regular cleaning.
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POWXG2015 9.2 EN Safety lock Warning: Stop using the trimmer if the safety lock is defective. Safety lock is the device which stops the throttle lever from being activated unintentionally. If you push the safety lock, you will activate the throttle lever. Safety lock:  Check that the throttle lever does not move if you do not push the safety lock.  Check that the throttle lever moves if you activate or release it while pushing the safety lock.
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POWXG2015 EN Important: When dismounting the plug cap, be careful not to remove the seal. Operating the engine without the seal may cause the engine to overheat. Important: When inserting the sparking plug, first screw it in with your fingers, and then tighten it with the help of a suitable plug spanner. Overtightening will damage the cylinder and the piston. 9.6 Gearbox Apply multipurpose grease after every 25 hours of use. 9.7 Silencer 9.7.
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EN POWXG2015   Check the sparking plug and replace it if too much of the firing tip has been burnt off. Keep the blade in a dry place – out of the reach of fire. 12   STARTING UP AFTER LONGER PERIODS OF INACTIVITY Remove the sparking plug. Quickly pull the starter cord right through several times in order to remove oil and deposits in the engine compartment. Check the sparking plug, replace it if necessary and screw it in. Fill the petrol tank with the 2-stroke mixture.
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POWXG2015 16 EN TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM Unit won’t start or starts but will not run. PROBABLE CAUSE  Incorrect starting procedures.  Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment setting.  Fouled sparking plug.  Empty fuel tank.  Primer bulb was not pressed enough. Unit starts, but engine has low power.      Fuel filter is plugged. Incorrect lever position. Dirty spark arrester screen. Dirty air filter. Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment setting service dealer. Engine sputters.
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POWXG2015 17               18 EN WARRANTY This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the first user. This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers, defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.
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POWXG2015 19 EN DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, Product: Hedge trimmer 25.4cc Trade mark: POWERplus Podel: POWXG2015 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.