Talon ATA106 User manual

MODEL NO. ATA106
USER MANUAL
Hedge Trimmer Attachment
9096-A106xx
WARNING • PLEASE READ
For your own safety please read this manual before attempting to operate your new unit. Failure to follow instructions
can result in serious personal injury. Spend a few moments to familiarize yourself with your hedge trimmer before
each use.

HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT WARRANTY
The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all other conditions and warranties in respect of
this product which the consumer may have taken under the Trade Practices Act 1974 or by any legislation
of a State or Territory of Australia. This product is warranted by Talon Tools Australia (ABN 12 099 520
939)(the “Company”) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from
the date of original purchase. The Company during the period of the warranty, will at its option, and sub-
ject to the conditions stated herein, repair or replace without charge this product or any component part,
which upon examination by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company is found to be defective.
Warranty conditions
This warranty will not apply:
(i) where this product has been subjected to misuse, abuse, accident or want of care;
(ii) where this product has been used for a purpose for which it was not designed or is not suited;
(iii) where the service of this product has been undertaken by a person not authorised by the Company
to carry out such work or where parts that have not been approved by the Company have been used;
(iv) where this product has been used for industrial or commercial purposes.
Should service become necessary during the warranty period, the purchaser should contact an Authorised
Service Agent or the Company. In order to obtain warranty service, the purchaser must present the store
receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase together with a completed Warranty
Card. The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase, notwithstanding any subse-
quent repair or parts replacement. No additional warranty or guarantee other than set out in this document,
whether written or verbal, is authorised to be made on the Company's behalf. The purchaser shall be
responsible for delivery or causing the product to be delivered to the Company or the Authorised Service
Agent and the purchaser shall be responsible for all charges in connection with re-delivery of the product
and/or the delivery of parts. Damage in transit is not covered by this warranty and purchasers should
remove from the product any liquids (if applicable) before sending and pack the product securely to pre-
vent damage.
Warranty exclusions
Normal wear parts or components are subject to separate terms as follows: Normal wear parts, compo-
nents or service required when performing normal and regular maintenance of this product are not covered
by warranty unless it is found to be defective by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company. Normal
wear parts include, but are not limited to:
WARRANTY INFORMATION AU
Returns based on the above listed normal wear parts will not be accepted under this warranty
as they are considered consumable items and are at the expense of the purchaser.
Blade
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES AU
WARNING! When using tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce
the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions.
Meaning of symbols marked on the product
Read the user manual before using the machine
Whenever the machine is in use, safety goggles
must be worn to safeguard against flying object,
as must ear protectors, such as a soundproof hel-
met, in order to protect the operator’s hearing. If
the operator is working in an area where there is a
risk of falling objects, a safety helmet must also be
worn.
Wear safety boots to protect against electric shock
Do not operate unit without proper attachments and
guards in place.
Keep hands away from blade
Keep people or animals at least 15m away from
the machine during operation
Wear gloves to protect your hands
READ YOUR USER MANUAL AND ALL SUPPLE-
MENTS (IF ANY ENCLOSED) THOROUGHLY BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
1. Wear close fitting, tough work clothing that will
provide protection, such as long slacks or trousers,
safety work shoes, heavy duty work gloves, hard hat,
a safety face shield, or safety glasses for eye protec-
tion and a good grade of ear plugs or other sound
barriers for hearing protection.
2. Turn unit off before setting it down.
3. Always hold unit firmly with both hands, the
thumb and fingers encircling the handles.
4. Keep all screws and fasteners tight. Never operate
your equipment when it is improperly adjusted or not
completely and securely assembled.
5. Keep handles dry, clean and free of fuel mixture.
6. Check area you will be trimming for debris that
may be struck or thrown during operation.
7. Keep all parts of your body and clothing away
from blade when starting or running engine. Before
starting engine, make sure blade will not come in
contact with any obstacle.
8. Stop engine before examining blade.
9. Store equipment away from possible flammable
materials, such as gas-powered water heaters,
clothes dryers, or oil-fired furnaces, portable
heaters, etc.
10. Always keep the blade and engine free of debris
build-up.
11. Operation of equipment should always be restricted
to mature and properly instructed individuals.
12. Inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove all
debris and hard ad sharp objects such as rocks,
glass, wire, etc. that can cause damage during oper-
ation.
13. Operate this unit in a well-ventilated area outdoors.
Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a
confined area.
14. This unit is for household use only.
15. Look behind and use care when backing up.
16. Never operate without good visibility and light.
17. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
18. Maintain hedge trimmer with care. Keep blades sharp
at all times, and clean for best and safest perform-
ance. Follow maintenance instructions. Always use a
clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluid,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong
solvents to clean your unit.
Refer to trimmer instructions for full starting and mainte-
nance instructions.
1.
W ARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and its
vapours can explode if ignited. Take the following pre-
cautions.
2. Store fuel only in containers specifically designed
and approved for the storage of such materials.
3. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before fill-
ing the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank, or ad fuel, when the engine is hot. Never oper-
ate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pres-
sure in the tank.
4. Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area out-
doors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly
remove the fuel cap only after stopping the engine.
Do not smoke while fuelling or mixing fuel. Wipe up
any spilt fuel from the unit immediately.
5. Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until the fuel vapours dissipate.
6. Move the unit at least 10 feet (3m) from the fuelling
source area side before starting the engine. Do not
smoke, keep sparks and open flames from the area
when adding fuel or operating the unit.
7. Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate
this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.
WARNING: Keep children, bystanders, and
animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If
approached stop unit immediately.
SAFETY WARNING FOR PETROL POW-
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1. Blade
2. Angle Adjustment Holder
3. Locking Screw
4. Angle Adjustment Track
5. Drive Shaft
GENERAL IDENTIFICATION
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Refer to trimmer instructions for full starting and mainte-
nance instructions.
1. WARNING : To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
use only extension cords approved for outdoor use.
2. CORD SETS : Make sure your cord set is in good
condition. When using a cord set, be sure to use a
cord that is heavy enough to carry the current that
your unit will draw. An undersized cord set will cause
a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and
overheating. See the operator’s manual for the unit
that will power this attachment for the recommended
cord size.
3. Inspect all extension cords and the unit power conec-
tion periodically. Look closely for deterioration, cuts or
cracks in the insulation. Also inspect the connections
for damage. Replace the cords if any defects or dam-
age appears.
4. Do not use the unit in the rain.
5. Do not handle the plug or unit with wet hands or
standing on any wet surfaces.
6. Do not leave the unit plugged in when not in use,
changing attachments or add-ons, or ehile being
serviced.
1. Only qualified authorized personnel should perform
repairs or maintenance procedures that are not
described in this manual.
2. When not in use, store unit indoors in a dry place -
where it is not accessible to children.
3. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR HEDGE TRIMMER -
for service or repair, take the hedge trimmer to your
nearest authorized dealer.
4. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them fre-
quently and use them to instruct third party users. If
you loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc-
tions also.
SAFETY WARNING FOR ELECTRIC
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SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16” (406mm)
Max. Cutting Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3/8” (10mm)
Shaft Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1”
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5 kg
• INSTALLING THE ATTACHMENT
NOTE: To make installing or removing the attachment
easier, place the unit on the ground or on a work bench.
1. Turn the knob (A) counterclockwise to loosen (Fig.
1A).
2. While firmly holding the attachment (B), push it
straight into the Quick-Change coupler (C) until the
release button (D) appears in the primary hole (E) of
the Quick-Change coupler.(Fig. 1B)
3. Turn the knob (A) clockwise to tighten. (Fig. 1C)
All attachments are designed to be used in the primary
hole unless otherwise indicated in the specific attach-
ments operators manual. If the incorrect hole is used, it
could result in injury, or damage to the unit.
• BEFORE OPERATING
Adjust the angle of the trimmer to suit the area you are
trimming; adjust the blade angle based on the situation.
Adjust the blade as follows:
1. Use one hand to grasp the angle adjustment holder
(A). (Fig. 2A & 2B)
2. Loosen the locking screw (B) by turning it counter
clockwise. (Fig. 2A)
3. When the blade is in the desired position, turn the
locking screw clockwise and tighten it securely to
ensure that the blade is fixed.
NOTE: The hedge trimmer can only be adjusted up to
maximum of 90 degrees. (Fig. 2B)
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,
shut unit off before removing or installing
attachment.
CAUTION: The release button must be in the
primary hole and the knob securely tightened
before operating this unit.
Fig. 1A Fig. 1B
A
B
D
CD
E
D
A
Fig. 1C
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Dress properly to reduce the risk
of injury when operating this unit. Do not
wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and
ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy long
pants, boots and gloves.
Use a full face shield
when needed
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WARNING: Make sure the unit is powered off
before adjusting the trimming angle.
B
A
Fig. 2A Fig. 2B
A
Hedge trimmer at 90˚
angle
WARNING:If operating the unit on a slope,
stand below the cutting attachment. DO NOT
operate on a slope or hilly incline if there is
the slightest chance of slipping or losing your
footing.
WARNING: If any parts are missing, dam-
aged, or broken, do not operate your hedge
trimmer until they have been replaced.
Failure to do so could result in possible seri-
ous personal injury.
WARNING: Keep hands and fingers away
from moving parts. Any part of body coming
in contact with moving parts could result in
serious injury.

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• OPERATING TIPS
•To trim new growth, use a wide sweeping motion,
feeding the blade teeth through the hedge or twigs.
The most effective cutting is achieved with a slight
downward tilt of the blade.
• Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly growth.
When trimming new growth, use a wide sweeping
action, so that the stems are fed directly into the cut-
ting blade. Older growth will have thicker stems and
will be trimmed easiest by using a sawing movement.
• Do not try to cut stems that are larger than 3/8 inch-
es (10 mm) thick. Use a non-powered hand saw or
pruning saw to trim large stems.
• If desired, you can use a string to help cut your hedge
level. Decide how high you want the hedge. Then,
stretch a piece of string along the hedge at this
height. Trim the hedge just above this guide line of
string. Trim the side of a hedge so that it will be slight-
ly narrower at the top. More of the hedge will be
exposed when shaped this way, and be more uniform.
• To trim the sides of hedges, hold the hedge trimmer
at the bottom and sweep upwards. (Fig. 3)
• BLADE LUBRICATION
1. For easier operation and longer blade life, lubricate
the hedge trimmer attachment blade before and after
each use.Before lubricating, be sure the power
source is turned OFF. Apply light machine oil along
the edge of the top blade strap (Fig. 4).
2. Occasionally, you should oil your hedge trimmer
attachment during use. Before oiling, stop hedge trim-
mer, then oil. You then can resume trimming. Do not
oil while hedge trimmer attachment is running.
• OTHER MAINTENANCE
1. The cutting blades are made from high quality,
hardened steel and with normal usage, they will not
require resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit
a wire fence, stones, glass or other hard objects, you
may put a nick in the blade. There is no need to
remove this nick as long as it does not interfere with
the movement of the blade. If it does interfere, turn
the power source off and use a fine toothed file or
sharpening stone to remove the nick.
2. If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for
damage. If the blade is bent, housing cracked, or
handles broken or if you see any other condition that
may affect the trimmer’s operation contact a
professional service center for repairs before putting
it back into use.
3. Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain
agents which greatly accelerate the corrosion of
metals. Do not store the tool on or adjacent to
fertilizers or chemicals.
4. With the unit powered off, use only mild soap and a
damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get
inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into a liquid.
NOTE: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustments should be per-
formed by an professional service center using identical
replacement parts.
DANGER: If the blade jams on any electrical
cord or line, DO NOT TOUCH THE BLADE. It
can become ELECTRICALL
Y LIVE and
VERY DANGEROUS. Release the unit in the
safest manner possible, and turn off the
power source.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
INSTRUCTIONS
Fig. 3
WARNING: Before lubricating, be sure your
unit is switched off and blades have come to a
complete stop.
Fig. 4