GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ImportantWARNING! Listen out for warning signals or
shouts when you are wearing hearing
!
IMPORTANT!protection. Always remove your hearing
protection as soon as the engine stops.
The machine is only designed for cutting branches and
HEARING PROTECTION
twigs.
Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise
reduction.Never use a machine that has been modiŢed in any way
from its original speciŢcation.
Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your
vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
EYE PROTECTIONunder the heading Personal protective equipment.
Always wear approved eye protection. If you use a visor then Never use the machine in extreme weather conditions such
you must also wear approved protective goggles. Approved
protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87.1 in as severe cold, very hot and/or humid climates.
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks, the USA or EN 166 in EU countries.
maintenance and service instructions described in this
manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be
carried out by trained and qualiŢed specialists. See
instructions under the heading Maintenance.
All covers and guards must be Ţtted before starting. Ensure
GLOVESthat the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to
avoid the risk of electric shock.
Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when Ţtting
cutting attachments.
WARNING! The ignition system of this
machine produces an electromagnetic Ţeld
!during operation. This Ţeld may under some
circumstances interfere with pacemakers. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with pacemakers to
consult their physician and the pacemaker BOOTS
Wear sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes.manufacturer before operating this machine.
WARNING! Running an engine in a conŢned
or badly ventilated area can result in death
!due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
CLOTHING
WARNING! Faulty blades can increase the
Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing risk of accidents.
!that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy,
long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
Personal protective equipment
FIRST AID KIT
Always have a Ţrst aid kit nearby.
IMPORTANT!
Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can turn it into
a dangerous tool that can cause serious or even fatal injury.
It is extremely important that you read and understand the
contents of this operatorOs manual.
You must use approved personal protective equipment
whenever you use the machine. Personal protective
equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will
reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask
your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.
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