GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Important
WARNING! Listen out for warning signals or
!shouts when you are wearing hearing
protection. Always remove your hearing
IMPORTANT!protection as soon as the engine stops.
The machine is only designed for cutting branches and
HEARING PROTECTIONtwigs.
Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise Never use a machine that has been modiŢed in any way
reduction.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 PROTECTION
under 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 as severe cold, very hot and/or humid climates.
protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87.1 in
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! Running an engine in a conŢned
or badly ventilated area can result in death
!
due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
WARNING! Never allow children to use or be BOOTS
in the vicinity of the machine. As the
!Wear sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes.machine is equipped with a spring-loaded
stop switch and can be started by low speed
and force on the starter handle, even small
children under some circumstances can
produce the force necessary to start the
machine. This can mean a risk of serious
personal injury. Therefore remove the spark
plug cap when the machine is not under
close supervision.CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing
that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy,
WARNING! Faulty blades can increase the
long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts sandals or go risk of accidents.
!barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
Personal protective equipmentAlways 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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