User manual DOLMAR ES-41 A PARTS LIST 2003-11

[. . . ] To safely obtain the best possible results from your DOLMAR Pole Hedge Trimmer, please read this manual thoroughly before using the machine, and follow all instructions given herein to assure proper operation of the DOLMAR Pole Hedge Trimmer. Table of Contents Symbols Safety instructions Specifications Parts Breakdown Connecting the trimmer unit to the pole Attaching the handle Using the shoulder strap Fuel/refueling Precautions before starting the engine Starting the engine Stopping the engine Checking and adjusting the idling speed Operating the Pole Hedge Trimmer Maintenance Storage Maintenance schedule Troubleshooting Page 2 3~6 7 8 9 9 9 10 11 11 12 12 13~14 14~16 17 17 17 Please note the following symbols when reading this instruction manual Before usage, carefully read and fully understand the instructions in this manual Beware of electrical lines, risk of electrical shock Wear protective shoes ON/START Keep working area clear of persons and pets OFF/STOP Wear a protective helmet and eye and ear protection General Instructions - Before usage, carefully read this manual and thoroughly familiarize yourself with how to correctly handle the pole hedge trimmer. tHIS EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY IF USED IMPROPERLY!- Always provide detailed instructions on how to correctly use the pole hedge trimmer when lending the equipment to another person. [. . . ] Secure blades with the blade cover provided when connecting the trimmer unit to the pole. NOTE: Make sure that the shaft is completely inserted into the gear case (approx. If you are having trouble inserting the shaft, manually rotate the drive axle a little and try again. - Confirm that the shaft is properly inserted and then tighten the M5x10 screw and the M5x25 bolt. - Attach the protective barrier together with the handle so that the barrier juts out to the left as viewed from the operating position. - Make sure not to set the handle too close to the control grip (use the distance collar provided for this purpose). How to wear the shoulder strap - Wear the shoulder strap over the left shoulder. Emergency separation Forcefully pull the release strap in an upward direction to separate the pole hedge trimmer from the shoulder strap in the case of an emergency. Be extremely careful to maintain control over the machine at this time. Do not allow the machine to be deflected towards you or any other person nearby. Gasoline/oil mixture - The engine of the pole hedge trimmer is a highly efficient two-stroke engine that runs on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. Push the primer pump (2) repeatedly (7 to 10 times) until fuel enters the bulb of pump. Move the choke lever (3) into the " " (vertical) position. With one hand hold the engine firmly on the ground (4). Pull firmly (repeatedly if necessary) on the cord until the engine starts. Return choke lever to position " " after the engine has started. Warm up the engine at a moderate speed for approx. After the engine is warm the engine runs evenly and transition from low speed to high speed is smooth and without interruption. Note: Pulling the starter rope repeatedly with the choke in " " position results in excessive fuel intake, which can make it difficult for the engine to start. In the case of excessive fuel intake, remove the spark plug and pull the starter rope slowly to remove excess fuel. Warm start (immediate restart after engine-stop) Do not operate the choke (3) when restarting the engine immediately after stoppage. If the engine does not start, execute steps 1~8 as described above (cold start). [. . . ] Adding grease and lubricant - The gearbox of the pole hedge trimmer should be greased every 20 working hours. (Some grease will emerge from the head of the gearbox (located at the base of the blade) when the pole hedge trimmer is set in motion the first time after greasing. Use this as a rough indicator for the amount of grease to supply. ) Note: Observe greasing intervals and the amount of grease to be supplied. [. . . ]