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Your weed trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual BEFORE using this product. Thank you for your purchase. www.hyundaipowerequipment.co.uk Licensed by Hyundai Corporation, Korea P/N 19989...
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer General Safety Rules .................
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer This book is written for a person with some mechanical abil- ity. Like most service books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone To prevent accidental starting when setting up, can follow with some mechanical ability.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer struck by low hanging branches, twigs, or other objects, have stopped. Remove the wire from the spark plug. which may be unnoticed by the operator. • If the trimmer should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the •...
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer is running except when specifically recommended by the manufacturer. • Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. • Keep the trimmer in safe working condition. Check all • Use an approved container. fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Before you operate the unit learn and understand the purpose for each symbol. SLOW FAST ENGINE S TOP...
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Indicates WARNING, DANGER, or CAUTION. Read operator’s manual before operating this machine. Failure to follow directions could result in serious injury. Thrown objects. Keep bystanders at least 50 ft (15m) away. Do not use if children are present.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Read and follow the assembly and adjustment instructions. Do not discard any parts or materials until the unit is as- (1) Utility Knife to Cut Carton sembled. (1) Oil Funnel (1) Torque Wrench to Check Fastener Tightness...
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer For the best performance and satisfaction from this qual- ENGINE DOES NOT CONTAIN OIL OR PETROL WHEN SHIPPED ity product, please review the following checklist before you operate the trimmer: See the engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type of •...
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Debris thrown from the trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown into eyes, which can cause severe eye damage. Always wear CE compliant safety glasses or Primer eye shields when operating the trimmer.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Handle Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odourless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from the trimmer and any moving parts on the engine.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Debris such as sticks, gravel, and rocks can be thrown with sufficient force to cause personal injury or property damage. • Set the throttle control in the FAST position. The faster the engine runs, the faster the trimmer head will rotate. If the weeds or grass are tall and thick, operate the trimmer at a slower walking speed.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Check Engine Oil √ Level Check Trimmer Lines √ Check Trimmer Head √ Engagement Engine/Machine √ Cleaning Check Nuts and Bolts √ Check Spark Plug √ Change Engine Oil √ Service Air Filter √...
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Use the following maintenance section to keep your unit in good operating condition. All the maintenance information for Oil Drain Plug the engine is in the “Engine Operator’s Manual”. Before you start the engine, read this manual.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer When the trimmer line becomes worn to half the original length, replace the trimmer line. For the best performance, use a heavy gauge 4mm [0.155” (inch)] trimmer line. 1. Stop the engine. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Trimmer Housing Before you remove the drive belt, disconnect the wire from the spark plug. To replace the drive belt, the trimmer head and shield must be removed as follows. 1. Remove the two fasteners that hold the rear of the shield to the trimmer housing.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour 28 grams / 1 ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slowly pull the recoil-start handle so that the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a new spark plug in the cylinder. Pull recoil-start handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Engine does not start Spark plug wire disconnected Connect spark plug. Engine not primed Prime engine. Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug Inspect or replace spark plug. Fuel tank empty or low Add fuel.
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Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer Trimmer vibrates Set screws for trimmer head is loose Tighten set screw with T-handle wrench. Trimmer line lengths are substantially di erent Adjust trimmer line to approximately equal lengths. Loose nuts or bolts Check all bolts and nuts, including engine bolts.
Operator's Manual Hyundai HYFT56 Field Trimmer DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Genpower Ltd con rms that this Hyundai product conforms to the following CE directives: 2006/42/EC Machinery directive 2004/108/EC EMC directive 2000/14/EC Noise emissions directive 97/68/EC NRMM Emissions directive www.hyundaipowerequipment.co.uk...
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