1. Stop the engine.
2. Do a visual check for damages, for example cracks.
3. Replace the cutting attachment guard if it is
damaged.
To do a check of the vibration damping system
WARNING:
is off and that the stop switch is in STOP
position.
1. Make sure that there are no cracks or deformation
on the vibration damping units. Replace the vibration
damping units if they are damaged.
2. Make sure that the vibration damping units are
correctly attached to the engine unit and handle unit.
To do a check of the quick-release mechanism
WARNING:
a defective quick-release mechanism.
The quick-release mechanism lets the operator remove
the product quickly from the harness if there is an
emergency.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Do a visual check for damage, for example cracks.
3. Release and attach the quick-release mechanism to
make sure that it operates correctly.
To do a check of the muffler
WARNING:
a defective muffler.
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Make sure that the engine
Do not use a harness with
Do not use a product with
WARNING:
hot during and after operation and also at
idle speed. Use protective gloves to prevent
burn injuries.
The muffler keeps noise levels to a minimum and points
exhaust fumes away from the operator.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Do a visual check for damage and deformation.
Note:
The inner surfaces of the muffler contain
chemicals that can cause cancer. Be careful not to
touch these elements if the muffler is damaged.
3. Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to
the product.
4. If the muffler on your product has a spark arrester
screen, do a visual check.
a) Replace the spark arrester screen if it is
damaged.
b) Clean the spark arrester screen if it is blocked.
Refer to for more information.
CAUTION:
screen is blocked the product becomes
too hot and this causes damage to the
cylinder and piston.
To install and remove the locknut
WARNING:
protective gloves and be careful around the
sharp edges of the cutting attachment.
The muffler becomes very
If the spark arrester
Stop the engine, use
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