CUTTING TIPS See Figures 16 -17. . Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from your body. (Proper operating position shown in figure 15.) . Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. . The curved shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right to left. The straight shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from left to right. This will avoid throwing debris at the operator. Avoid cutting in the dangerous area shown in illustration. . Use the

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. ERGONOMIC DESIGN The design of the trimmer provides for easy handling. It is designed for comfort and ease of grasp when operating in different positions and at different angles. GRASS DEFLECTOR The trimmer includes a grass deflect

Replace fuel cap if required. SPARK PLUG replacement This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually. STORING THE PRODUCT . Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. . Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of

. Reinstall the washer and wing nut. . Tighten wing nut securely. ATTACHING THE “J” HANDLE - BC30 See Figure 5. A “J” handle must be used for ensuring the best control and maximizing operator safety when using a brushcutter. . Hold the top and bottom clamp snugly in position on the shaft housing so that handle will be located to the operator’s left. . Insert the end of the handle between the clamps. . Align the bolt holes and push the long bolt (1/4-20 x 1-1/2 in.) through the handle side. . Pla

• Insert the end of the J-handle between the clamps so that holes align and handle will be located to the operator’s left. • Push the bolt through the clamp and handle. • Install flat washer, lock washer, and wing nut to hold the assembly in place. • Adjust the position of the handle to the area indicated by the label on the drive shaft housing. • Tighten the wing nut securely. ATTAChINg ThE gRASS DEFLECTOR WARNINg: The line cutting blade on the grass deflector is sharp. Avoid contact with the b

Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNINg: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNINg: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury. FUELINg A

• Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are properly and securely attached. • Use only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment. To install any other brand of replacement line or cutting head to this string trimmer can result in serious personal injury. Never use, for example, wire or wire-rope, which can break off and become a dangerous projectile. • Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in good condit

* * * Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinees a rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la conception de ce produit, l’accent a ete mis sur la securite, les performances et la fiabilite, afin d’en faire un outil facile a utiliser et a entretenir. * * * Este producto ofrece numerosas caracteristicas para hacer mas agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseno de este producto se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeno y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se fa

Extended contact with the engine housing may result in burns or other injuries. WARNING: Always position the unit on the operator’s right side. The use of the unit on the operator’s left side will expose the user to hot surfaces and can result in possible burn injury. WARNING: To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate unit with the bottom of the engine above waist level. Hold the brushcutter with your right hand on the rear handle and the your left hand on the “J” handle. Keep a firm grip