7. Push and release the throttle trigger to set theengine to idle speed.8. Push the throttle trigger gradually to increase theengine speed.9. Make sure that the engine runs smoothly.To start the product with a warm engine1. Hold the body of the product on the ground with yourleft hand. Do not step on the product.2. Pull the starter rope handle slowly with your righthand until you feel some resistance, then pull thestarter rope handle quickly and with force. Continueuntil the engine starts.Note: For more information about how to start theproduct, refer toTo start the product with a cold engineon page 8.To stop the product• Move the stop switch to the stop position to stop theengine.CAUTION: The stop switch automaticallygoes back to run position.To operate the product1. Start near the ground and move the product upalong the hedge when you cut the sides. Make surethat the body of the product does not touch thehedge.WARNING: Make sure that the front ofthe cutting equipment does not touch theground.2. Adjust the speed to align with the work load.3. Hold the product near your body for a stable workposition.4. Be careful and operate the product slowly.MaintenanceIntroductionWARNING: Read and understand the safetychapter before you do maintenance on theproduct.Maintenance scheduleMaintenance BeforeoperationAfter 40hAfter 100hClean the external surface. After each operation.Clean the muffler, exhaust pipe and engine from leaves, dirt and unwanted lubri-cant. After each operation.Make sure that the cutting unit does not move at idle speed. XDo a check of the stop switch. Refer toTo do a check of the stop switch on page5. XExamine the cutting unit for damages and cracks. Replace if it is damaged. XExamine the hand guard for damages and cracks. Replace if it is damaged. XDo a check of the throttle trigger lockout and the throttle trigger. Refer toTo do acheck of the throttle trigger lockout on page 5. XExamine the engine, the fuel tank and the fuel hose for leaks. X1073 - 004 - 9