4 STROKE PETROL HEDGE TRIMMER Your new Petrol Hedge Trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to STANLEY’s high standard of dependability, ease of operation and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble free performance. If you use your Petrol Hedge Trimmer properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
INTRODUCTION CUSTOMER SERVICE Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this Hedge Trimmer which has Australia: 1300 660 457 passed through our extensive quality assurance processes. New Zealand: 0800 474 876 Every care has been taken to ensure that it reaches you in perfect condition.
COMPLETE WARRANTY STATEMENT - HEDGE TRIMMER As soon as you have purchased the Hedge Trimmer, we Blockages caused by spider webs, insects, dirt, accumulated recommend that you check to make sure it is intact and that dust or incorrect fuel are not covered by warranty. SMG you read the operating instructions carefully before using it.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The purpose of safety rules is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations Read the instructions with due care. Familiarise yourself with with them, require your careful attention and understanding. the settings and proper operation of the machine.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never start or run the product inside a closed room or If the unit will not be used for a long time, clean the unit building. Fumes from the exhaust contain dangerous carbon completely, especially the fuel/oil tank, its surroundings, and monoxide.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RESIDUAL RISKS Be careful not to drop the unit or hit it against obstacles. Before proceeding to adjust or repair the unit, be sure to stop Even when the unit is used as prescribed it is not possible to the engine and detach the spark plug.
DESCRIPTION For information regarding spare parts, please refer to contact details on the front of this manual Fuel tank 18. Gear box Rear handle 10. Primer bulb 19. Oil elbow Throttle lockout 11. Air filter cover 20. Oil cap Fuel tank cap 12.
UNPACKING CAUTION. Using an incomplete or damaged product represents a hazard to people and property. Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat, stable surface. Ensure that you have all the accessories and tools needed for Remove all packing materials and shipping devices if applicable. assembly and operation.
PREPARATION USING THE RIGHT PETROL FUELLING The use of old petrol is the most common cause of performance WARNING! Always shut off engine before fuelling. problems. Use only fresh, clean unleaded petrol. Never add petrol to a machine with a running or hot engine.
OPERATION STARTING/STOPPING THE MACHINE CHECK BEFORE STARTING • Inspect the working area. Remove any objects that could be thrown out. • Check the cutting attachment. Remove the blade cover before use and never use blades that are dull, cracked or damaged.
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OPERATION TO START A COLD ENGINE Turn switch to “I” ON postion. Slowly press the primer bulb 5-10 times. NOTE: After the 7th press, fuel should be visible in the primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until you see fuel in the bulb.
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OPERATION WARNING! The machine can cause serious personal injury. Read the safety instructions carefully. Learn how to use the machine. WARNING! Do not touch the product without first switching off the engine. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING THE SURROUNDINGS Fig. 6 • Never allow children to use the machine.
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OPERATION TIPS FOR TRIMMING • When the engine is switched off, keep your hands and feet away from the cutting attachment until it has stopped completely. • Watch out for stumps of branches that can be thrown out during cutting. •...
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OPERATION CUTTING • Adjust the handle so that it fits the intended cut and start the product as described. • Cut and remove branches exceeding the cutting capacity of this product using a proper pruner before operation. • Move the cutting device lightly through the cutting surface in a sweeping motion following the shape of the hedge or shrub.
OPERATION ROTARY HANDLE • The Hedge Trimmer’s rear handle can be set in three positions by pressing down the button on the handle (see Fig. 12, 13, 14). When the handle is adjusted the Hedge Trimmer should be idling or not running. •...
MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT WARNING. Old engine oil is considered special waste and has to be disposed according to your local environment protection regulation. Do not pour the oil into garbage can, sewer, soil etc. The engine oil replacement is easier if engine is warm (NOT HOT!).
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. (see Fig. 19) For mufflers it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine. Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler.
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MAINTENANCE THROTTLE LOCKOUT Throttle Lockout The throttle lockout is designed to prevent accidental operation of the throttle control. When you press the lockout (2) (i.e. when you grasp the handle) it releases the throttle control (see Fig. 21). Throttle When you release the handle, the throttle control and the Control throttle lockout both move back to their original positions.
MAINTENANCE GEAR There is a grease nipple and a plug for injecting lubricant into the gear housing. Use a grease gun to fill with grease. This should be done after every 25 working hours. (see Fig. 23) CAUTION! The gear housing must not be filled completely with grease.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal cylinder. Pull the starter rope No spark and watch for spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test with a new spark plug.
This Service is to be complete within 20 hours or This Service is to be complete within 40 hours or 3 months of purchase, which ever comes first. 6 months of purchase, which ever comes first. Replace Replace Replace Replace Air filter Spark plug Air filter...
For any queries or assistance call Customer Service AUST. 1300 660 457 NZ 0800 474 876 www.stanleyproducts.com.au Hours of operation: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm AEST Do not return to place of purchase. Keep your purchase receipt, this will be required to make any claims under the 2 year warranty.