Blade thrustBeware of projected objects
Choke fully opened
Maximum safety distance
(hot start / run)
Choke closed (cold start)
B. Safety precautions
1) Make sure all operators study this manual carefullyer case during transport and storage. Start the trim-
before using the trimmer; only use this machine former on a flat surface. When starting the unit, ensure
usage specifically mentioned in this manual.you have a firm footing. Make sure the blade or the
nylon string head does not touch the ground or any
Never allow children to use the trimmer.
obstacle.
2) When working with the trimmer wear suitable
5) PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE: do not operate the
clothes: a) Close fitting protective clothes ( do not
wear short trousers or loose clothes). b) Safety shoestrimmer near fire or spilled petrol. Do not run the
(do not wear sandals and do not work barefoot). c)engine in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
Heavy-duty gloves. d) Safety face shield or goggles.EXHAUST GASES ARE POISONOUS WHEN
Ensure you peel off the protective films, if existing,INHALED, THEY CAN CAUSE SUFFOCATION AND
from the see - through plastic. e) Ear protection. f)DEATH.
Head protection when using circular saw blades.After refuelling always wipe off any spilled fuel. Do not
Make sure you know how to stop the engine in ansmoke during this operation. Start the engine far
emergency (see the section STARTING AND STOP-away from the refuelling area and from fuel containers
PING ENGINE). Never use the trimmer when tired,(minimum distance 3 meters). Do not refuel while the
physically indisposed or under the effect of alcohol,engine is still running.
certain medicines or other drugs. Be careful of the
6) Keep people and animals away from working area
rotating cutting attachment and hot surfaces on the
(minimum distance 15 meters). If somebody should
unit.
approach you, turn the engine off and stop the blade
3) Prolonged use of this product or other machinesor the rotating head (see chapter STARTING AND
exposing the operator to vibration may produceSTOPPING THE ENGINE) as during operation the
WhitefingerOs disease (RaynaudOs Phenomenon). Thisblade or the nylon string head might project grass,
may reduce the handsO ability to feel and regulategrit, or other debris. The blade is sharp, be careful
temperature and may produce general numbness.even if handling it when the engine is off.
Continual or regular users should therefore monitorWear heavy-duty gloves. Turn the engine off and wait
closely the condition of their hands or fingers. If anyfor rotating parts to stop completely before working
of the symptoms appear, seek immediate medical
on the machine or before touching the blade or the
advice. Always hold the trimmer firmly with both
string head above all to remove possible entangled
hands. When working maintain a firm foothold. The
material.
trimmer must be used exclusively as recommended
(see section SAFETY USAGE). DO NOT USE THE MACHINE AT ALL IF THE SPEC-
IFIED SAFETY GUARD IS NOT FIRMLY ATTACHED
4) Do not carry the trimmer while the engine is running
(see sections SAFETY USAGE and BLADES AND
even for short distances; switch off the engine and
NYLON STRING HEAD ASSEMBLY).
carry the unit with the cutting head behind you.
Pay careful attention to safety recommendations as
When carrying the trimmer in a vehicle, secure it to
you might put your life or somebody elseOs in danger
avoid fuel leakage. Always empty the fuel tank before
transporting the unit. ATTENTION: For youras a result of: a) possible contact with cutting or
rotating parts. b) possibility of projection of various
safety the blade must be kept at all times in its prop-
objects.
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