GGP Italy SPA Portable Hedg Trimmer 171501103 0 HTM60 75 Operators Manual

INTRODUCTION1EN
Dear Customer, 
thank you for choosing one of our products. We hope that you will be completely satisfied with this machine and that it fully meets your expectations. This manual has been compiled in order to provideyou with all the information you need to get acquainted with the machine and use it safely and effi-ciently. Don’t forget that it is an integral part of the machine, so keep it handy so that it can be con-sulted when necessary, and pass it on to a further user if you resell or...

2IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTSEN
1. Engine 
2. Cutting device (blade)
3. Cutter protection plate 
4. Front handgrip
5. Rear handgrip
6. Rear handgrip release command 
7. Fuel tank cap
8. Starter button
9. Blade protection  
10. Registration plate 
CONTROLS 
11. Engine stop switch  
12. Blade command (Accelerator lever) 
13. Accelerator safety lever 
14. Starter 
1. IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
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REGISTRATION PLATE 
10.1) Mark of conformity with EC 98/37 standards...

SYMBOLS3EN
1)Warning! Danger. 
2) Read the instruction manual before using the machine. 
3) Irreversible damage can be caused to your hearing. 
Anyone operating this machine under normal conditions during continuous daily use may beexposed to a noise level equal to or exceeding85 dB (A). 
The operator must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 
Whenever the machine is in use, safety goggles must be worn to safeguard against flyingobjects, as must ear protectors, such as asoundproof helmet, in order...

4SAFETY REQUIREMENTSEN
A) TRAINING 
1) Read the instructions carefully. Become acquainted with the controls and the proper useof the machine. Learn how to stop the enginequickly.2) Only use the machine for its intended use, thatis  “the cutting and trimming of hedges, con- sisting in plants with small sized branches” . Any other use may be dangerous and severlydamage the machine.3) Never allow children or persons unfamiliarwith these instructions to use the machine. Localregulations may restrict the age...

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS5EN
ground which does not guarantee stability for the operator;– avoid using unstable ladders or platforms;– never run, but walk carefully paying attentionto the lay of the land and any eventual obsta-cles.4) Start the engine when the machine is firmly onthe ground and hold it in place with your freehand: – start the motor in an area at least 3 metresfrom where you refuelled;– check that there are no persons in the vicinityof the machine;– do not direct the silencer and therefore...

6PREPARING TO WORKEN
CHECKING THE MACHINE 
Before starting work please:
– Check that all the screws on the machine and the blade are tightly fastened;– check that the blades are sharp and there areno signs of any damage;– check that the air filter is clean;– check that the protection devices are well fas-tened and working efficiently;– check that the handgrips are well fastened 
PREPARING THE FUEL  
This machine is fitted with a two-stroke engine which requires a mix of petrol and lubricating oil. 
Using...

PREPARING TO WORK / HOW TO START - USE - STOP THE ENGINE 7EN
Periodically clean the petrol and fuel mix containers to remove any eventualdeposits. 
REFUELLING 
Never smoke whilst refu- elling and avoid inhaling the petrol fumes. 
Carefully open the tank top as pressure could have formed inside 
Before refuelling: 
– Shake the fuel mix container well.
WARNING!
DANGER!
IMPORTANT– Place the machine on a flat stable surface, with the fuel tank cap facing upwards.– Clean the fuel tank cap and the...

requires pulling until you hear the engine start to tick over; no effort is required to pull the rope asit does not create any resistance. 
To avoid breaking the starter rope, do not pull the whole length of it orlet it slide along the edge of the cable guide hole.Release the starter gradually, to avoid letting it flyback uncontrollably. 
6. Gradually release the handle (4) on the starter wire to avoid it from returning too fast and outof control.7. Turn the starter control lever  (3) to the...

USING THE MACHINE9EN
To respect persons and the environment : 
– Please try not to cause any disturbance. – Scrupolously comply with local regulationsand provision for disposal of waste materi-als after trimming.– Scrupolously comply with local regulationsand provision for the disposal of oils,petrol, damaged parts or any elementwhich has a strong impact on the environ-ment. 
Always wearing suitable clothing when using the machine. Your retail-er can provide you with all the information onthe most...

10MAINTENANCE AND PRESERVATION EN
Correct maintenance is essential to maintain the original efficency and safety of the machine overtime. 
During maintenance ope- rations: – remove the spark plug cap.– Wait until the engine is sufficiently cold.– Use protective gloves when handling theblades.– Keep the blade protection devices on,except when intervening directly on theblade.– Never dispose of oils, fuel or other pollutingmaterials in unauthorised places 
CLEANING THE ENGINE AND THE SILENCER 
To reduce...