Blade thrust is the reaction which may occur when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut. This contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and suddenly “thrust” the unit away from the object that was hit. This reaction can be violent enough to cause the operator to lose control of the unit. Blade thrust may occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls or binds. This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut. For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds being cut from the right to the left. In the event that an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this could minimise the blade thrust reaction. ¦ ¦¦¦¦¦ Never cut any material over 13 mm (1/2 in) diameter. ¦ ¦¦¦¦¦ Always wear the shoulder strap when using the brushcutter and adjust to a comfortable operating position. Maintain a firm grip on both handles while cutting with a blade. Keep the blade away from body and below waist. Never use the brushcutter with the blade located 76 cm (30 in) or more above the ground level. 3 SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION Safety Alert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved. Read Your Operator’s Manual Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to potential safety concerns as well as operating and servicing information. Please read all the information carefully to ensure satisfaction and safe use. Wear eye and hearing protection Wear eye and hearing protection when operating this equipment. Keep bystanders away Keep all bystanders at least 15 m (50 ft) away. Ricochet Danger of Ricochet. Tri-Arc blade Tri-Arc blade is appropriate for this unit and is suited for cutting pulpy weeds and vines. Do not use toothed blade This unit is not intended for use with a toothed saw type blade. 10,000/min-1 RPM Decal Rotational direction and maximum speed of the shaft for the cutting attachment. Boots Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment. Gloves Wear non-slip, heavy-duty gloves. No Smoking Do not smoke when mixing fuel or filling fuel tank. Petrol Use unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of 87 ([R + M] / 2) or higher. Oil Use 2-cycle oil for air cooled engines. Mix Petrol and Oil Mix the fuel mix thoroughly and also each time before refuelling. 4 SYMBOLS Switch On/Off Switch I = ON to Run O = OFF to Stop SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices which may cause property damage. NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TECHNICAL DATA Weight Without fuel, cutting attachment........................................................................................................... 5.48 Kg With blade .......................................................................................................................................... 5.80 Kg With string head .................................................................................................................................. 5.67 Kg Fuel tank volume .................................................................................................................................................... 42.5 cm3 Cutting swath .......................................................................................................................................................... 457 mm Engine displacement.................................................................................................................................................. 25 cm3 Maximum engine performance (in accordance with ISO 8893) ............................................................................... 0.75 kW Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle ...................................................................................................10,000/min-1 Engine Speed (rotational frequency) at recommended max. spindle rotational frequency .................................12,500/min-1 Engine spee...