5EnglishMEANINGS OF SYMBOLSNOTE: Some units do not carry them.SymbolsWARNINGThe following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.It is important that you read, fullyunderstand and observe the followingsafety precautions and warnings.Careless or improper use of the unit maycause serious or fatal injury.Choke - Run position (Open)Choke - Start position (Closed)Read, understand and follow all warningsand instructions in this manual and onthe unit.Ignition stopAlways wear eye, head and ear protectorswhen using this unit. Fuel and oil mixture.Do not use metal/rigid blades when thissign is shown on the unit. Guaranteed Sound power levelKeep all children, bystanders and helpers15 m away from the unit. If anyoneapproaches you, stop the engine andcutting attachment immediately.Hot Surface - Contact with hotsurface can cause serious burns.Be careful of thrown objects.Blade thrust may occur when thespinning blade contacts a solid objectin the critical area. A dangerousreaction may occur causing theentire unit and operator to be thrustviolently. This reaction is called bladethrust. As a result, the operator maylose control of the unit which maycause serious or fatal injury. Bladethrust is more likely to occur in areaswhere it is difficult to see the materialto be cut.Shows maximum shaft speed. Do not usethe cutting attachment whose max rpm isbelow the shaft rpm.Gloves should be worn when necessary,e.g., when assembling cutting equipment.Indicate handle location. Do notattach handle above this point.Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.Indicates blade guard location for atrimmer head or semi-auto cuttinghead.Before using your machine• Read the manual carefully.• Check that the cutting equipment is correctly assembled and adjusted.• Start the unit and check the carburetor adjustment. See “MAINTENANCE”.ContentsWHAT IS WHAT .................................................................................6WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................7SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................8ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES..............................................................9OPERATING PROCEDURES ..........................................................10MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................11TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................13