Operation. Honda UMK435E, UMK425E

HOT START

The machine is considered to be "hot" if the engine has been running for more than 5 minutes in the 10 minutes before starting up.

The hot start procedure is the same as the cold start procedure except that the choke [1] is not needed. (The lever must be left in the low position).

CAUTION:

• When using the machine, always allow the engine to idle between operations. If the machine is allowed to run at maximum speed with no load (no resistance on the cutting attachment) for long periods, the engine may be seriously damaged.

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NOTE:

Should you have difficultie store-start a hot engine, follows this procedure:

1. Turn the engine to the OFF position (O).

2. Make sure that the choke lever is in OPEN position.

3. Keep the throttle control lever (throttle trigger) fully squeezed.

4. Pull the starter grip 3 to 5 times, and release the throttle control lever (throttle trigger).

5. Start the engine referring to the procédures described above.

CAUTION:

• Be sure to turn the engine switch to the OFF position (O).

• If this operation is executed with the engine switch at the ON position, the blade may rotate when the engine starts and a personal injury may result.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

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1. To stop the engine, press the Start/Stop button to engage the

Stop position (O) [2].

2. This step can also be taken to stop the machine in case of emergency.

WITH NYLON LINE TYPE CUTTING

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This attachment is designed to complete the job done with a lawnmower. It is especially handy SAFETY

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and efficient for cutting grass along walls or fences, around trees or posts and on narrow or uneven surfaces where a lawnmower cannot be used.

Make sure the line cutting blade is properly mounted on the cutting attachment guard.

LINE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT

At maximum rotating speed, gently press the nylon line cutting head on the ground. The line is automatically extended. Repeat this operation until the optimal length is obtained.

When the engine is started and the cutting attachment starts rotating, the excess line will automatically be cut by the line cutter located on the guard.

CUTTING

The nylon line cuts grass cleanly without damaging tree bark and avoiding the violent impacts that would occur between a rigid cutting attachment and hard surfaces.

It is, however, recommended not to work too long in such areas in order to avoid damaging fragile, immature plant, in particular, and to avoid premature line wear.

Proceed in stages, when trimming, tilting the cutting attachment slightly.

Note that the cutting attachment continues turning by inertia after the engine has been stopped.

OPERATION

OPERATING POSITION

Once the machine has been started, attach it to the harness as already described in the section on preparation.

SAFETY

Read the safety instructions

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When handling the machine, take care to avoid striking any objects with the cutting attachment and keep the cutting attachment away from your body. Do not use the machine unless it is attached to the harness.

Hold the brush cutter firmly by both grips as shown. Always keep firm footing on both feet when working. Take appropriate breaks and vary your working position.

For larger areas, hold the cutting attachment horizontal and sway it sideways from right to left and from left to right, alternately.

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