2.
Inspect your work area before you begin. Remove
string, rope or similar materials which can become
entangled in the Hedge trimmer blades.
3.
Keep children, bystanders and animals outside
operating area.
4.
If you are approached while operating the Hedge
trimmer, stop the engine and cutting blades
moving.
5.
Never allow children to operate the Hedge
trimmer.
6.
Use the Hedge trimmer only in daylight or good
artificial light.
7.
Always keep the Hedge trimmer on the right side
of your body.
8.
Do not put hands or feet near or under any moving
parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of
your body away from the moving cutting blades
and hot surfaces such as the muffler.
9.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
10. Do not operate the Hedge trimmier while standing
on a ladder or similar temporary support.
11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the
H e d g e t r i m m e r f o r a n y j o b t h a t i s n o t
recommended by Maruyama.
Safety and Instruction Decals
Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the
operator and are located near any area of potential
danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
Assembly
Loop Handle Installation
The loop handle kit contains a package of four screws
nuts and the bottom clamp for the loop handle.
1.
Place the loop handle and the bottom clamp
approximately 9 inches (22.8 cm) from the end of
the stop switch/throttle trigger assembly for an
initial handle position.
2.
Install the four screws and nuts. Leave the screws
finger-tight.
3.
Reposition the loop handle up or down the drive
shaft to the most comfortable position, but no closer
than 9 inches (22.8 cm) from the end of the stop
switch.
4.
Tighten the screws and nuts.
Handlebar Installation
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage the throttle
cable and stop switch wires when you remove the
handlebars from the shipping carton.
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ON SHAFT
(Part No.221501)
ON SHAFT
(Part No.221502)