10. Make sure that the lock lever fits in the groove on
the undercover.
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► 1 . Lock lever
CAUTION:
Never use the tool without install-
ing the undercover.
11.
Remove the blade cover, and then turn on the tool
to check if the tool works properly.
NOTICE:
If the shear blades do not operate prop-
erly, the blades are not engaging the crank prop-
erly. Remove the blades and install them again.
Installing or removing the chip
receiver
Optional accessory
CAUTION:
When installing or removing the
chip receiver, always wear gloves and attach the
blade cover so that your hands and face do not
directly contact the blade.
The chip receiver gathers discarded leaves and makes
clean-up afterward much easier. It can be installed on
either side of the tool.
To install the chip receiver, press it against the shear
blades so that the hooks fit into the holes of the shear
blades.
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► 1 . Hooks 2. Holes
To remove the chip receiver, press the levers on both
sides to release the hooks.
► 1 . Levers
NOTICE:
by an excessive force with its hooks locked in the
holes of the blades.
OPERATION
WARNING:
and stones from the shearing area. Furthermore,
clear away any weeds from the shearing area in
advance.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
hot weather as much as practicable. When operat-
ing the tool, be careful of your physical condition.
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Never try to remove the chip receiver
Before shearing, clear away sticks
Keep hands away from blades.
Avoid operating the tool in very
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