SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety precautionsFuel safety
IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for cutting
branches and twigs.
" Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve.
Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your " Never refuel the machine while the engine is running.
vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes
before refuelling.
Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
" Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refuelling or under the heading Personal protective equipment.
mixing fuel (petrol and 2-stroke oil).
Never use a machine that has been modied in any way
" Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point from its original specication.
before starting it.
Never use the machine in extreme weather conditions such
as severe cold, very hot and/or humid climates.
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks,
maintenance and service instructions described in this
manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be
carried out by trained and qualied specialists. See
instructions under the heading Maintenance.
All covers and guards must be tted before starting. Make
" Never start the machine:sure the spark plug cap and HT lead are not damaged.
Otherwise you could get an electric shock.
1 If you have spilt fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow
remaining fuel to evaporate.
2 If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes, change WARNING! Faulty blades can increase the
risk of accidents.
!your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in
contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
3 If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks
Startingfrom the fuel cap and fuel lines.
4 Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant and
may even cause skin changes.
" The complete clutch cover and gear housing must be Transport and storage
tted before the machine is started, otherwise the clutch
may come loose and cause personal injury." Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is
no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with
" Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be
dangerous if inhaled.sparks or naked ames, for example, from electrical
machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/switches or
" Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no boilers.
risk of people or animals coming into contact with the
" When storing and transporting fuel always use approved
cutting equipment.containers intended for this purpose.
" Place the machine on the ground, ensure the cutting " When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank
attachment is clear of twigs and stones. Hold the body of
the machine on the ground using your left hand must be emptied. Contact your local petrol station to nd
(CAUTION! Not with your foot). Then grip the starter out where to dispose of excess fuel.
handle with your right hand and pull the starter cord. " The transport guard must always be tted to the cutting
attachment when the machine is being transported or in
storage.
" Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete
service is carried out before long-term storage.
WARNING! Take care when handling fuel.
Bear in mind the risk of re, explosion and
!inhaling fumes.
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