SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructionsSafety instructions before starting work
Y Inspect the working area. Remove any objects, such as
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONstones, broken glass, nails, steel wire, string, etc. that can be
thrown or can wrap around the blade or blade guard.
Y The machine is only designed for cutting the edges of
lawns.Y Keep others at a safe distance. Children, animals, onlookers
and helpers should stand outside of the safety zone of 15 m
Y The only accessories to be used with the engine unit(50 feet). Stop the machine immediately if any one should
as a drive source are the cutting units we recommendapproach.
in the chapter OTechnical data�.Y Check the entire machine before starting work. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leakage and that all safety
Y The operator is responsible for accidents and the riskguards and covers are complete and fastened securely.
people and property are exposed to.Check all nuts and bolts
Y Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have
consumed alcohol, or if you are taking medicines that
can affect your sight, your judgement or the control of
your body.
Y Do not operate when it's dark.
Y Use personal protective equipment. See the section
OPersonal protective equipment�.Y Check the blade for cracks or
any other damage.
Y Never use a machine that has been modified so that it
no longer corresponds with the original design.
Y Never use a machine that is faulty. Follow the mainte-
nance, control and service instructions in this Opera-
torOs Manual. Some maintenance and service actions
should be carried out by trained and qualified special-Y Ensure the blade guard is
ists. See the chapter OMaintenance�.mounted and not damaged.
Y All covers and guards must be fitted before starting
the machine. Check that the spark plug cap and HT
lead are not damaged, otherwise you could get an
electric shock.
WARNING!
Faulty cutting equipment increases the risk
!of accidents.
Y Check that the blade and blade guard are correctly secured.
Y When adjusting the carburettor make sure the blade is heldPersonal protection
against the ground and that no one is in the immediate vicinity.
Y Always wear boots and other
Y Make sure the blade does not rotate when idling.equipment described in the
section OPersonal protective
Y Make sure the handle and safety features are in order. Never
use a machine that has parts missing or has been changed inequipment�.
relation to the specification.
Y Always wear working clothes
and heavy-duty long trousers.
Y Only use the machine for the purpose it was intended for.
Y Never wear loose sitting
clothes or jewellery.
Y Persons with long hair
should, for personal safety,
put their hair up.
Safety instructions regarding the
surroundings
Y Never allow children to use the machine.
Y Ensure no one comes closer than 15 metres when working.
Y Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first
ensuring that they have understood the contents of the
OperatorOs Manual.
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