Operation - McCulloch MAC 5616 LITE Instruction Manual

Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped
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and the muffler and cutting blade away from
your body.
Allow engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and
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secure the unit before storing or transporting it
in a vehicle.
Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
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where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
Store the unit so the cutting blade cannot ac-
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cidentally cause injury.
Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
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Secure the machine during transport.
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GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
This section describes the basic safety pre-
cautions for working with the hedgetrimmer. If
you encounter a situation where you are un-
certain how to proceed, you should ask an ex-
pert. Contact your authorised service dealer.
Avoid all usage which you consider to be be-
yond your capability.
WARNING:
without the possibility of calling for help in the
event of an accident.
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Observe your surroundings to ensure that
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people, animals or other things cannot affect
your control of the machine and to ensure that
the above mentioned do not come into con-
tact with the cutting equipment or objects that
can be thrown by the cutting equipment.
Avoid usage in unfavorable weather condi-
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tions. For example, thick fog, heavy rain,
strong winds or extreme cold, etc. To work in
bad weather conditions is tiring and can
create dangerous circumstances, e.g. slip-
pery surfaces.
Make sure you can walk and stand safely.
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Look out for any obstacles with unexpected
movement (roots, stones, branches, pits,
ditches, etc.) Take great care when working
on sloping ground.
The engine should be switched off before
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moving. When moving over longer distances
and transporting, the transporting guard
should be used.
Never put the machine down with the engine
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running unless you have good sight of it.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING:
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING:
when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded petrol. Before operation, petrol must
Never use a machine

OPERATION

Be sure to read the fuel
Remove fuel cap slowly
BASIC WORKING TECHNIQUES
As you become familiar with your unit, you will
be able to determine your own operating
pace. Conditions such as the type and size of
material being cut will regulate the speed and
time required for your job.
Always use two hands to operate the unit.
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Allow the cutting blades to reach full speed
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before entering the material to be cut.
Always work going away from people and
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solid objects such as walls, large stones,
trees, automobiles, etc.
If the blade stalls, immediately stop the en-
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gine. Make sure the ignition switch is off, the
spark plug is disconnected, and the blade has
stopped moving before clearing jammed de-
bris from the cutting blade. Inspect the blade
for damage and have it repaired or replaced
as needed.
Always keep the air vents clean. Stop the
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unit, make sure the cutting blade has com-
pletely stopped moving, and disconnect the
spark plug before cleaning.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of peo-
ple prone to circulation disorders or abnormal
swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has
been linked to blood vessel damage in other-
wise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin
color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers,
hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool
and seek medical attention. An antivibration
system does not guarantee the avoidance of
these problems. Users who operate power tools
on a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condition
of this tool.
NOTE:
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in
the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
No assembly is required.
be mixed with a good quality 2- -cycle air- -
cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a
ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
5 liters of unleaded petrol with 0,125 liter of oil.
DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on oil
container. Once oil is added to petrol, shake
container momentarily to assure that the fuel
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling
your unit.
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Exposure to vibrations
ASSEMBLY