The shoulder harness features a means of quick
release. Simply squeeze the sides of the buckle while
holding the tool to release the tool from the shoulder
harness.
1
► 1. Buckle
Adjusting the hanger position
For more comfortable handling of the tool, you can
change the hanger position.
1.
Loosen the hex socket head bolt on the hanger
and slide it to a comfortable working position.
1
► 1. Hanger 2. Hex socket head bolt
2.
Adjust the hanger position as shown in the figure
and then tighten the hex socket bolt.
750 mm
1
(29-1/2")
750 mm
(29-1/2")
► 1. The hanger position from the ground 2. The
cutting tool position from the ground 3. The horizon-
tal distance between the hanger and the unguarded
part of the cutting tool
2
2
100-300 mm
(4"-11-3/4")
3
Correct handling of the tool
WARNING:
right-hand side. Correct positioning of the tool allows
for maximum control and will reduce the risk of seri-
ous personal injury caused by kickback.
WARNING:
control of the tool at all times. Do not allow the
tool to be deflected toward you or anyone in the
work vicinity. Failure to keep control of the tool
could result in serious injury to the bystander and the
operator.
WARNING:
than 15m (50 ft) distance between operators when
two or more operators work in one area. Also,
arrange a person to observe the distance between
operators. If someone or an animal enter the
working area, immediately stop the operation.
CAUTION:
If the cutting tool accidentally
impacts a rock or hard object during operation,
stop the tool and inspect for any damage. If the
cutting tool is damaged, replace it immediately.
Use of a damaged cutting tool may result in serious
personal injury.
CAUTION:
Remove the blade cover from the
cutter blade when cutting the grass.
Correct positioning and handling allow optimum control
and reduce the risk of injury caused by kickback. The
way of cutting varies depending on the cutting tool to
be used.
2-tooth, 3-tooth, 4-tooth, 8-tooth
blades, and nylon cutting head
These cutting tools are useful for cutting grass and
weeds. Swing the tool evenly in a half-circle from right
to left. Repeat right-to-left stroke while advancing
forward.
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Always position the tool on your
Be extremely careful to maintain
To avoid accident, leave more