SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructionsFuel safety
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Y Always use a fuel container
Y The machine is only designed for trimming grasswith an anti-spill valve.
and brush cutting.
Y The only accessories to be used with the engineY Never fill the machine
unit as a drive source are the cutting units we
recommend in the chapter OTechnical dataO.while the engine is
running. Always stop the
Y Never use the machine if you are tired, if you haveengine and let it cool for a
consumed alcohol, or if you are taking medicines
that can affect your sight, your judgement or thefew minutes before
refuelling.
control of your body.
Y Use personal protective equipment. See the section
OPersonal protective equipmentO.Y Provide good ventilation
when filling or mixing fuelMin 3 m
Y Never use a machine that has been modified so that
it no longer corresponds with the original design.(petrol and 2-stroke oil).(10ft)
Y Never use a machine that is faulty. Follow theY Move the machine at least
maintenance, control and service instructions in
this Operator�s Manual. Some maintenance and3 m from the filling
position before starting.
service actions should be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. See the chapter
OMaintenanceO.Y Never start the machine:
Y All covers and guards must be fitted before starting
the machine. Check that the spark plug cap and HTa)If you have spilt fuel on it.
lead are not damaged, otherwise you could get anWipe up all spillage.
electric shock.
Y The machine operator shall ensure, while working,b)If you have spilt fuel on
that no persons or animals come closer than 15yourself or your clothes.
metres. When several operators are working in the
same area the safety distance should be at leastChange your clothes.
double tree length, however, at least 15 metres.
c)If there is a fuel leak.
Make regular checks for
leakage from the fuel capWARNING!
Faulty cutting equipment or an incorrectly
!and the fuel supply pipes.sharpened blade increases the risk of
accidents.
Start
WARNING!
When the engine is started with the chokeTransport and storage
!in either the choke or start throttle positions
the cutting equipment starts to rotateY Store and transport the machine and fuel so that any leakage
immediately.or fumes do not risk coming into contact with sparks or
naked flames. For example, electric machines, electric
Y The complete clutch cover
motors, electrical switches/power switches, heaters or the
with shaft must be fittedlike.
before the machine is
started, otherwise the clutch
Y When storing and transporting fuel approved containers
can become loose and causeintended for this purpose must be used.
personal injury.
Y Never start the machineY When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank
indoors. Bear in mind the
dangers of inhaling themust be emptied. Contact your local petrol station to find
out how to dispose of excess fuel.
engine�s exhaust fumes.
Y Observe your surroundings
and make sure that there isY Always keep the transport guard attached when transporting
and storing the machine.
no risk of people or animals
coming into contact with
the cutting equipment.WARNING!
Y Place the machine on the ground, ensure the cuttingExercise great care when handling fuel.
!Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosions and
equipment runs free of twigs and stones. Push the machineinhaling fumes.
body towards the ground using your left hand. (NOTE! Not
with your foot). Grip the starter handle with your right hand
and pull the starter cord.
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