CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS YOUR PRODUCT FILLING WITH FUEL OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WARRANTY PRODUCT FAILURE WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS...
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Read carefully before use Keep for future reference Safe operating practices 1.1 Training Become familiar with the instructions before attempting to operate the equipment. 1.2 Preparation a) THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully for the correct handling, preparation, maintenance, starting and stopping of the hedge trimmer.
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b) Ensure that the hedge trimmer is correctly located in a designated working position before starting the engine. c) While operating the hedge trimmer, always ensure that the operating position is safe and secure, especially when using steps or a ladder. d) Do not operate the hedge trimmer with a damaged or excessively worn cutting device.
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Wear ear protection Wear head protection. Wear eyes protection. Do not approach the hands of the blades during operation. Wear protective clothing Residual risks Even if you use this product in compliance with all safety requirements, the potential risks of injury and damage remain.
b. Technical data Displacement 21,7cm³ Max engine speed 11000min-¹ Max engine power 0,65kW/8000min Synthetic oil / gasoline. 2,5% (1:40) Type of gasoline for mixture Unleaded 95 RON Fuel tank capacity 230ml Cutting length 550mm Width teeth 28mm Weight 4,8 kg Sound pressure level =85,5dB(A) K = 3 dB(A)
c. Filling (Fig.2) Unscrew the fuel cap of the fuel tank and put the mixture using a funnel (take care not to wear synthetic clothing at the time of this operation in order not to risk an electric arc being able to cause a dangerous explosion.).
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Use this device only when you are absolutely sure to control all the functions of it well. In case of doubts, read again this handbook or inform yourself near a qualified person and/or your retailer. Ensure to be able to easily turn off the engine with the STOP button of the handle. a.
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Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the handle in your grasp and not allowing it to snap back.(Fig.6) When you hear the engine attempts to start, return choke lever to RUN position (open) (C) Then pull recoil starter briskly again. NOTE: lf engine does not start procedures from 2 to 4.5.
5. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Before any maintenance operation on the material turn off the engine with the STOP button and withdraw the spark plug cap. When cleaning, do not use detergents, solvents or objects being able to stripe.
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a. After each use Clean the body of the tool by using a soft cloth. Clean all the air intake and moving parts with a brush. Use protective gloves during this operation. Check all parts of the tool (cleanliness, wear, damage, etc.). If you notice damage, wear, or malfunction, do not use the tool and bring it to a qualified service for inspection and reparation.
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NOTE Saturate the element in 2-cycle oil or the equivalent. Squeeze the element to distribute the oil completely and to remove any excess oil. d. Spark plug (Fig.11) The spark plug condition is influence by: An incorrect carburetor setting. Wrong fuel mixture (too much oil in the gasoline). A dirty air filer.
BUILDER SAS 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux - France, déclare que, Product: Gasoline Hedge Trimmer Model: FHT22 Serial number: 20230603485-20230603784 Is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.
7 . WARRANTY WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identifed as defective by the designated distributor.
8 . PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: a) Empty the fuel tank if your product has one. b) Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.
9. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...
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