Correct combination of the cutting
tool and the protector
CAUTION:
Always use the correct combi-
nation of cutting tool and the protector. A wrong
combination may not protect you from the cutting tool,
flying debris, and stones. It can also affect the bal-
ance of the tool and result in an injury.
Cutting tool
Cutter blade
(3-tooth, 4-tooth, and 8-tooth
blades)
Nylon cutting head
Plastic blade
Installing the protector
WARNING:
Never use the tool without the
guard illustrated in place. Failure to do so can
cause serious personal injury.
NOTE: The type of the protector supplied as the stan-
dard accessory varies depending on the countries.
For cutter blade
Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts.
► Fig.19: 1. Clamp 2. Protector
For nylon cutting head / plastic blade
CAUTION:
Take care not to injure yourself on
the cutter for cutting the nylon cord.
Attach the protector to the clamp using bolts.
► Fig.20: 1. Clamp 2. Protector 3. Cutter
Installing the cutting tool
Protector
Cutter blade
1.
3-tooth blade
► Fig.21
4-tooth blade
► Fig.22
8-tooth blade
► Fig.23
2.
head to lock the spindle. Rotate the spindle until the hex
wrench is fully inserted.
► Fig.24: 1. Nut 2. Cup 3. Clamp washer 4. Cutter blade
3.
arrows on the blade and protector are pointing in the same direction.
► Fig.25: 1. Arrow
4.
and then tighten the nut securely by the box wrench.
► Fig.26: 1. Tighten 2. Loosen 3. Box wrench 4. Cup
5.
To remove the cutter blade, follow the installation proce-
dures in reverse.
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CAUTION:
Always use the supplied
wrench(es) to remove or to install the cutting tool.
CAUTION:
Be sure to remove the hex wrench
inserted into the tool head after installing the
cutting tool.
NOTE: The type of the cutting tool(s) supplied as the
standard accessory varies depending on the coun-
tires. The cutting tool is not included in some specifi-
cations of the model.
NOTE: Turn the tool upside down so that you can
replace the cutting tool easily.
CAUTION:
When handling the cutter blade, always
wear gloves and put the blade cover on the blade.
CAUTION:
The cutter blade must be well pol-
ished, and free of cracks or breakage. If the cutter
blade hits a stone during operation, stop the tool and
check the blade immediately.
CAUTION:
The cutter blade-fastening nut (with
spring washer) wears out in course of time. If there appears
any wear or deformation on the spring washer, replace the
nut. Ask your local authorized service center to order it.
CAUTION:
The outside diameter of the cutter
blade must be as follows. Never use any cutter
blade with larger outside diameter.
—
3-tooth blade : 230 mm
—
4-tooth blade : 230 mm
—
8-tooth blade : 230 mm
Put the blade cover on the cutter blade.
Insert the hex wrench through the hole in the tool
5. Spindle 6. Receive washer 7. Hex wrench
Mount the cutter blade onto the receive washer so that the
Put the clamp washer and cup onto the cutter blade
5. Hex wrench
NOTE: Tightening torque : 16 - 23 N•m
Remove the hex wrench from the tool head.