[. . . ] You may not start to operate the machine until you have read these operating manual, observed all the instructions given and completely and properly assembled the machine!KG Schinkelstraße 97 59227 Ahlen - Germany herewith declare under our sole responsibility that the product Petrol Hedge Trimmer type HB 60 Serial number: see last page is conform with the above mentioned EC directive as well as with the provisions of the guidelines below: 2004/108/EC and 2000/14/EC Following harmonized standards have been applied: EN 774:1996+A1+A2+A3; prEN ISO 10517:2003; EN ISO 14982:1998 Conformity assessment procedure: 2000/14/EC - Appendix V. Measured level of the acoustic output LWA Guaranteed level of the acoustic output LWA 113 dB (A). EC Declaration of Conformity Extent of delivery Operating times Symbols machine Symbols operating manual Normal intended use Risidual risks Safety instructions - Safe handling with fuels Before the first start-up Fuelling - Petrol - Two-stroke engine oil - Mixing - Fuelling the hedge trimmer Start-up - To start the hedge trimmer - Starting with cold engine - Stopping the engine - Starting with warm engine Adjustments on the hedge trimmer Working instructions - General behaviour when working with the hedge trimmer - Working with the hedge trimmer Maintenance and Care - Maintenance - Adjusting the cutting device - Lubricating the gearbox - Adjusting the idle speed - Cleaning/replacing the air filter - Cleaning/replacing the fuel filter - Checking/replacing the spark plug - Silencer/exhaust outlet - Care Maintenance schedule Transport Storage Guarantee Possible faults Technical data Description of device / spare parts 16 16 16 16 17 17 17 17 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 20 20 20 20 20 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 22 22 23 23 23 23 23 24 24 24 24 25 25 / 140 After unpacking, check the contents of the box That it is complete Check for possible transport damage Report any damage or missing items to your dealer, supplier or the manufacturer immediately. [. . . ] The manufacturer is not liable for any damage or injury resulting from such action. Safe handling with fuels Fuels and fuel vapours are inflammable and may cause serious injury on the skin or when inhaled. Therefore be careful and provide sufficient ventilation when handling with fuels. Clean the hedge trimmer immediately when you have spilled fuel or oil. Change your clothes immediately when you have spilled fuel or oil on them. Carefully close the tank cap after fuelling and check that it does not get loose during operation. only transport and store fuels in containers approved and identified for this. Do not handle and store fuels close to combustible and highly inflammable materials as well as sparks and open flames. Go away at least three metres from the fuelling place to start the device. To reduce the fire risk keep the motor and silencer free from cutting remainders, leaves and lubricants. To JASO FC or ISO EGD specifications Do not use - four-stroke oil or two-stroke oil for water-cooled outboard engines, - mixtures ready for use from petrol stations. Measure the oil quantity accurately as a small deviation of it has a large effect on the ratio of mixture in particular for small fuel quantities. This will lead to more residues of combustion, a higher fuel consumption, a decrease of output or damages to the engine. Mix petrol and oil in a clean container approved for petrol and appropriately identified. Before the first start-up This device is operated by a mixture from regular petrol (unleaded) and two-stroke engine oil. Therefore, mix only that quantity of fuel which you can use within a month. Make sure that fuel containers are kept out of the reach for children. To make working with the hedge trimmer easier it is possible to choose one of the 5 working positions of the rear handle. Use your left hand to hold the hedge trimmer on its front handle (13). Make sure that the unlocking device engages again and that the handle is secured. Starting with cold engine Now, you can release the throttle lever and the throttle lock-out switch. Carefully press on the fuel pump (24) several times until fuel comes into the pump. [. . . ] To guarantee a long and reliable usage of the hedge trimmer carry out the following maintainance works regularly. Check the hedge trimmer for obvious defects such as - loose fastening elements - worn or damaged components - deformed, broken or damaged cutting device - leaks from the fuel tank cap or fuel lines Check the hedge trimmer after each application for - wear and tear, in particular sliding play of the cutting device - correct assembly and faultless covers and protective devices. Necessary repair or maintainance operations have to be carried out before the usage of the hedge trimmer. Clean the air filter from dust and dirt on a regular basis to prevent - starting problems, - loss of output, - too high fuel consumption. [. . . ]