RedMax EXZ2401S-PH-CA Operator's Manual

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502. How you can reduce the chance of blade thrust:a. Recognize that blade thrust can happen. Byunderstanding and knowing about bounce, youcan help eliminate the element of surprise.b. Cut fibrous weeds and grass only. Do not letthe blade contact materials it cannot cut such ashard, woody vines and brush or rocks, fences,metal, etcc. Be extra prepared for blade thrust if you must cutwhere you cannot see the blade making contactsuch as in areas of dense growth.d. Keep the blade sharp. A dull blade increase thechance of blade thrust.e. Avoid feeding the blade too rapidly. The bladecan bounce away from material being cut if theblade is fed faster than its cutting capability.f. Cut only from your right to your left.g. Keep your path of advance clear of material thathas been cut and other debris.3. How you can maintain the best control:a. Keep a good, firm grip on the unit with bothhands. A firm grip can help neutralize bounce.Keep your right and left hands completely aroundthe respective handles.b. Keep both feet spread apart in a comfortablestance and yet braced for the possibility that theunit could bounce. Do not overreach. Keep firmfooting and balance.■ MAINTENANCEBLADE• Check the blade and the fasteners for looseness,cracking, or bending.• Check the cutting edges and reform with a flat file.(A) 22, 24-tooth blade(B) 8-tooth blade(C) 4-tooth bladePoint (OP9) :1. Keep the end corner sharp.2. Round the root of the edge, using round file.3. Do not use water when using a grinder.BC-EX2OP98. Operation (BC-EX2 only)(Optional blade usage)English