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16 October 2014 Landscape and Irrigation www.landscapeirrigation.com Special Feature echo chain SawS with tool-leSS chain tenSioning The latest additions to Echo's chain saw lineup are the CS-370F and CS-400F. Both of these saws are based on the CS-370 and CS-400, but feature the new FasTension tool-less chain tensioning system. The FasTension system makes quick and easy chain tension adjustments or bar and chain replacements without a scrench or tightening tool. A rotating lever takes the place of locking nuts, and a tensioning wheel replaces an adjustment screw. Adjustments can be made anywhere in 4 simple steps. The CS-370F is equipped with a 16-inch bar and chain, and the CS-400F comes with an 18-inch bar and chain. Other product features include a tool-less access, automotive-style air filter; a dual-post chain brake; an i-30 starting system for re- duced starting effort; and an automatic, adjustable oiler. An aftermarket accessory is also available to retro-fit the FasTension tool-less chain tensioning system on any CS-370 or CS-400. exmark eFi-propane turF tracer walk-behind mowerS Exmark expanded its line to include new EFI-propane versions of its popular Turf Tracer hydro-drive wide area walk-behind models. The new models use groundbreaking propane EFI Kohler V-twin powerplants to reduce fuel expenditures by up to 40 percent. The automotive-style closed-loop EFI system adjusts fuel/air mixture in real time to deliver improved running and performance compared to converted gasoline engines. Both models are equipped with Exmark's patented Enhanced Control System (ECS), which offers increased operator comfort and control with improved ergonomics. The Turf Tracer X-Series is available with a choice of 52- or 60-inch UltraCut Series 4 cutting decks, while the Turf Tracer S-Series is available with a 48-inch UltraCut Series 3 cutting deck. graSShopper highliFt collector Focusing on product innovations to meet customer and industry demands, The Grasshopper Company ex- panded its popular PowerVac collection system with the HighLift 15B. The HighLift collector can be emptied from a raised position at the flip of a switch, adding to the flexibility of the Grasshopper PowerVac system. With a maximum vertical emptying height of 72 inches, it allows operators to empty clippings and debris with precision into an elevated space such as a pick-up bed or trailer, or other hard-to-reach areas. The rear-mounted HighLift collector and deck-mounted Quik-D-Tatch vac retain the mower's zero-turn maneu- verability. The deck-driven vac picks up virtually any kind of debris for a clean, manicured finish without the need for an auxiliary engine, and can be easily removed in minutes without tools. This new collector features a 15-cubic-foot capacity and a tapered bottom that compacts debris for continued productivity with fewer stops. Fabricated claw arms inside the collector facilitate easy discharge of compacted debris. huSqvarna 536lihd60x hedge trimmer Husqvarna added a line of battery-operated products for users seeking more environmentally friendly out- door power equipment. Each new product, including the 536LiHD60 hedge trimmer is equipped with a high- capacity Li-Ion 36 V battery that offers the performance of a gasoline powered engine with a cleaner and quieter experience; and also features SavE mode technology, which can be activated with the push of a but- ton to lower output performance and increase battery life in less demanding situations (e.g., light grass trim- ming or small branch cutting). The 536LiHD60X hedge trimmer delivers 100 minutes of run time, it features a pivoting rear handle to make it easier to cut the sides and tops of tall or low hedges; a professional-grade laser-cut 60 cm blade; and minimal noise and vibration levels in comparison to gas-powered products. This new battery-operated product is among Husqvarna's many product line offerings that provide new options to help complete projects more efficiently. irritrol 100-S SerieS century pluS Scrubber valve The Irritrol 1-inch and 1-1/2-inch scrubber valves are the newest addition to the hard-working 100-S Century Plus Scrubber Valve family. At the heart of the new 100-S Series Century Plus Scrubber Valves is a turbine that continuously scrubs and actively cleans to ensure consistent valve operation in harsh water. Competitive scrubber valves clean only upon start-up and shut-down, but Irritrol Scrubber Valves clean continually because dirt, algae, chlorines, chloramines and water treated with ozone never quit.