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STOPPING THE ENGINE
ATTENTION: The cutting tool can continue to rotate after the engine is switched off.
1.
Cool the engine by letting it run at idle for 2 to 3 minutes.
2.
Follow the start button to the Stop or 0 position.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
ATTENTION: The cutting tool must never rotate with the engine idling.
When the throttle trigger is released, the engine must return to idle. The idle speed can be adjusted and should be low
enough to allow the clutch to disengage the chain when the throttle trigger is released.
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED
1.
Run the engine at idle for 2 to 3 minutes or until the engine runs warm.
2.
If the cutting tool rotates at idle speed, reduce idle speed by turning the carburettor adjusting screw
counterclockwise.
NOTE: If you have a tachometer, use it to adjust the idle speed. The standard idle speed is: 3000+/-
200rpm.
3.
If the engine is choked and does not run or the engine does not accelerate
normally, increase the idle speed by turning the adjusting screw (2) clockwise.
NOTE: The mixture cannot be adjusted in the carburetor.
USE OF THE METAL BLADE
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Always make the cut from right to left.
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A metal blade cuts better if it is kept at a distance of 1/3 of the edge. Use this area to cut shrubs and
weeds. For mowing fresh grass, you can approach up to 2/3 of the blade tip.
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Adjust the motor speed according to the object to be cut. Cut fresh grass at a medium speed and weeds
and shrubs at a high speed.
NOTE: The low speed makes it easier for grass, twigs or weeds that become trapped in the blade
and also the shaft and clutch to wear out more quickly.
USE OF NYLON HEAD
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Nylon thread uses more power. Note that the rotation speed of the motor in operation will be 50%
higher than when using a metal blade.
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The nylon cutter cuts the grass with the same power of rotation of the cord. If you try to cut the grass
along the length of the cord in a single pass, the speed of rotation decreases due to resistance and
you will not be able to make a good cut. In the event of increased resistance, quickly move the nylon
mower away from the grass, increase the speed of rotation and cut small amounts of grass in a single
pass.
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If you try to mow the grass by turning the mower in the opposite direction from left to right, the mowed
grass rushes away from your body to avoid soiling your clothes.
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