e). Hold the product stable and pull the recoil
starter handle (A7) firmly; repeat until the engine
starts. (See Fig. 12e)
WARNING! Make sure that the cutting
blade is not touching the ground or other
objects when starting the product!
Allow the recoil starter rope to return slowly and
controlled after each pull!
f ). Allow the product to run at idle speed for 10 to
15 seconds to let it warm up; move the choke
lever (A3) to its "OPEN" position once the engine
is warm.
h). Once the engine is running correctly, carefully
lift the product and securely hold it by its handles
NOTE: During idle running the cutting blade
should not move. Contact a qualified technician
if
you find that the cutting blade is moving.
2). Operation
a). Press the throttle interlock (A20), hold it in
position and then press the throttle trigger (A18)
to engage the attachment.
b). Release the throttle trigger (A18), this tool will
be set at idle speed status.
3). Stopping
a). Release the throttle trigger (A18) and let the
product run at its idle speed for 10-15 seconds.
b). Set the ignition switch (A19) to its off position
"STOP". (See Fig. 13)
WARNING! For an emergency stop, set the
ignition switch (A19) to its off position
"STOP".
WARNING! The attachment will continue
to move for some time even after the
engine
has been switched off! Wait until the attachment
has come to a complete stop before
placing the product on the ground!
6. Angle adjustment
Adjust the attachment angle continuously to fit
the growth of the plant.
a). Press the locking lever (B8) downward and
hold it in position. (See Fig. 14a)
b). Adjust the pruner head to required position
and then release the locking lever (B8).
WARNING! Ensure the locking lever
returns to its initial position! To test if the
unlock
lever is properly engaged try to move the pruner
head! It may not be possible to adjust
the angle!
7. Pruning
a). Always hold the product firmly with both
hands on gripping surface, and use the harness
(A8) . Never operate this product using only one
hand. (See Fig. 15a)
b). Maintain a firm grip with your thumbs and
fingers encircling the handles. A firm grip will
help you reduce 'kickback' and maintain control
of the product.
c). Always hold the product at an angle of
not more than 60° from the horizontal level.
Otherwise safe operation is not possible. (See Fig.
15b)
d). Never stand directly under the limb you are
sawing. Objects may fall different than expected.
Always position yourself out of the path of falling
limps. (See Fig. 15c)
e). Keep other persons away from cutting end of
product and at a safe distance from the work
area. Maintain a minimum distance of 10m to
bystanders. (See Fig. 15d)
WARNING! Never climb into a tree to
prune! Do not stand on ladders, platforms,
logs,
or in any position which may cause you to lose
your balance or control of the product!
When pruning trees, it is important not to make
the flush cut next to main limb or trunk until you
have cut off the limb further out to reduce the
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