B. Safety precautions
Y This machine can cause serious injuries ifPhenomenon). This may reduce the handsO
not used in the correct manner.ability to feel and regulate temperature and
Y If using the face shield, ensure you peel off themay produce general numbness. Continual or
protective films from the see-through plastic.regular users should therefore monitor closely
Y Ensure all operators study this manual careful-the condition of their hands or fingers. If any of
ly and thoroughly before using the hedge the symptoms appear, seek immediate med-
trimmer.ical advice.
Y Be familiar with all controls and the proper useY Do not operate this machine when tired or
of this machine.under the influence of any substances such as
Y As with all machinery, long hair, loose belts ordrugs or alcohol which can impair vision, dex-
straps should be tied back or secured to avoidterity or judgement.
possible contact or entanglement with movingY Carefully survey the working site to note any
parts.hazards (eg road, paths, electricity cables,
Y Wear close-fitting protective clothes. Weardangerous trees, etc).
safety shoes, gloves, goggles and ear protec-Y Ensure other persons are at a safe working
tors. Ensure you know how to stop the enginedistance (minimum distance of 10 metres).
in an emergency. Start the engine accordingY If necessary use warning signs to keep
to these instructions.onlookers at a safe distance.
Y Stop the engine when changing location orY Ensure someone is nearby within a safe hear-
before examining the blades.ing distance in case of an accident.
Y Prolonged use of this or other machinesY When transporting or storing the machine
exposing the operator to vibration may pro-always fit the blade sheath
duce WhitefingerOs Disease (RaynaudOsY Never allow children to use this machine
C . Additional safety precautions
Y Always hold the hedgetrimmer firmly with bothY If fuel has spilt on unit, ensure engine has
hands when the engine is running.dried completely before starting.
Y Always maintain a firm foothold. Do not useY Keep all parts of your body and clothing away
while standing on a ladder. Use properlyfrom blades when starting or running engine.
installed scaffolding to reach high places.Y When transporting the hedgetrimmer in a vehi-
Y Keep handles dry, clean and free from fuelcle, secure it to prevent fuel spillage.
mixture.
D. Fuel mix
Do not use any other type of fuel than the typeaging and may be altered in time, so we recom-
recommended in this manual.mend mixing only the amount strictly needed for
use. If you use a mixture that is several weeks
This product is equipped with a two-strokeold, this could damage the engine.
engine and must therefore use a mixture of
lead-free gasoline (with a minimum of 90WARNING
octanes) and fully synthetic oil for two-strokeDo not smoke when re-fuelling.
engines, specific for lead-free gasoline in theAlways open the fuel cap slowly, to release any
proportions indicated in the table on the coverpressure build up in the tank.
page at item (D).Re-fuel in open spaces only, keeping away from
IMPORTANT! Read the oil specifications onnaked flames or sparks.
the can carefully: the use of oil lacking the
specifications indicated in this manual canSAFE STORAGE OF FUEL
cause severe damage to the engine!Petrol fuel mix is highly inflammable.
Put out all cigarettes, pipes and cigars before
To obtain the best mixture, pour the oil first, fol-working with fuel.
lowed by the gasoline, into an approved contain-Avoid spilling fuel. Store fuel in a cool, well venti-
er, shake well (repeat the operation every timelated place, in an approved container specifically
you draw any fuel from the container).designed for the purpose.
The characteristics of the mixture are subject toNever store engine with fuel in the tank in
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