Product Familiarisation; Unpacking Your Tool; Before Use - GMC GHT26 Original Instructions Manual

Storage
• Clean the tool completely after use
• Be careful not to damage the fuel tank, or fuel lines, when it is placed on the
ground
• Ensure that the tool will not be subject to impact damage; any damage could
cause the tool to become unsafe
• Store the tool away from direct sunlight
• Ensure that fuel and oil is stored in a safe place, away from heat, direct sunlight or
any source of ignition
• Whenever the machine is likely to be out of use for an extended period of time,
proceed as follows:
• Empty the fuel tank completely
• Protect all metal engine parts from corrosion by coating them with oil
• Remove the spark plug, put a few drops of oil into the cylinder and then pull
the recoil starter 2 to 3 times in order to distribute the oil evenly
• Replace the spark plug
• Never store the machine where children may gain access to it
THIS PRODUCT PRODUCES POISONOUS EXHAUST FUMES AS SOON AS THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING. THESE GASES MAY BE COLOURLESS AND ODOURLESS.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY, NEVER RUN THE
MACHINE INDOORS, OR IN POORLY VENTILATED AREAS. ENSURE PROPER
VENTILATION WHEN WORKING IN TRENCHES OR OTHER CONFINED SPACES.
Hedge Trimmer Safety
• ALWAYS use adequate protective equipment, including cut-resistant gloves, eye
protection, solid shoes and cut-resistant trousers when working with this hedge
trimmer
• DO NOT use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in damp conditions
• Keep hands and fingers well away from the blades
• Always hold the hedge trimmer securely with both hands on the handles when
working with the device
• Turn the hedge trimmer off and ensure that the ignition lead is disconnected from
the spark plug before cleaning, removing obstructions or carrying out maintenance.
DO NOT attempt to free a jammed blade before the ignition supply has been
disconnected
• Turn the hedge trimmer off and ensure that the ignition lead is disconnected from
the spark plug before cleaning, removing obstructions or carrying out maintenance.
DO NOT attempt to free a jammed blade before the ignition supply has been
disconnected
• Turn the hedge trimmer off and ensure that the ignition lead is disconnected from
the spark plug if work is interrupted. If you are interrupted when operating the
trimmer, complete the process and switch off before turning your attention away
from the hedge trimmer
• This hedge trimmer has been designed to cut soft, new growth and should NOT be
used on thick branches, hard wood or for other forms of cutting
• This product requires the use of two hands to ensure safe operation
• Never allow untrained users or children to use the hedge trimmer
• Inspect the area to be cut before starting. Remove any objects or debris that could
be thrown, jammed or become entangled in the blades
• Adopt a stable stance always keeping the hedge trimmer in front of your body
• Grip the front handle bar switch with one hand. With the other hand grip the rear
handle and with your fingers squeeze the trigger switch
• Allow the cutting blades to reach full speed before commencing the cut
• When cutting always move in a forward direction. Never move backwards while
operating the hedge trimmer in case you could fall over unseen obstacles
• Never work towards people or solid objects such as walls, trees or vehicles etc.
• If the blade stalls during cutting, stop the hedge trimmer immediately and
disconnect the ignition lead before investigating the cause. Remove any jammed
debris from the blades and examine them for damage before re-commencing
cutting. Always replace any damaged blades.

Product Familiarisation

1. Blade Guard
2. Blade
3. Handle Guard
4. Front Handle
5. Ignition Lead
6. Exhaust (not shown)
7. Choke
8. Air Filter Fastener
9. Recoil Starter
10. Handle Adjustment Switch
11. Ignition Switch
12. Safety Lock
13. Trigger
14. Rotating Handle
15. Fuel Tank
16. Fuel Cap
17. Primer Bulb (not shown)
18. Hex Key
19. Spark Plug Combi Tool

Unpacking Your Tool

• Carefully unpack and inspect your new tool. Familiarise yourself with all its
features and functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are
missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool

Before Use

WARNING: To prevent accidental starting, ensure the Ignition Lead is disconnected
before attaching or changing any accessories, or making any adjustments.
Handle adjustment
WARNING: Do not attempt to use the hedge trimmer without the Rotating Handle
(14) locked into one of the three predetermined positions. Doing so could cause the
operator to lose control of the trimmer.
Note: The Rotating Handle can be moved 90° in either direction and locked into
position.
1. Press down on the Handle Adjustment Switch (10) to unlock the Rotating Handle
from its current position
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