SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective eqipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
•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 this manual.
•When using a hedge trimmer, protective equipment approved by the appropriate authorities must be used. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents, however, it can reduce the effects of an injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment.
!WARNING!
Remove your hearing protection as soon as you stop the engine, so that you can hear any noises or warning signals.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when inspecting, cleaning or assembling cutting equip- ment.
EAR PROTECTION Ear protection offering sufficient dampening effect should be used.
EYE PROTECTION Blows from branches or objects thrown by the moving blades can damage the eyes.
BOOTS
Use
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on shrubs and branches. Always wear
FIRST AID KIT
A first aid kit should be close at hand.
The machine’s protective equipment
This section describes the hedge trimmer’s protective equip- ment, its function and how checks and maintenance are carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. (See the chapter ”What is what” to locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine.)
!WARNING!
Never use a hedge trimmer with defective protective equipment. Follow the control, maintenance and service instructions described in this section.
1.Throttle trigger lock
The throttle trigger lock is |
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designed to prevent the |
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throttle from accidentally |
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being engaged. The trigger |
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(A) can only be pressed in, if | A |
the lock (B) is held in (= the | |
operator holding the |
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handle). When the grip on |
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the handle is released the |
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throttle and the throttle |
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trigger lock return to their |
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original positions. This |
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takes place via two inde- | B |
pendent return spring | |
systems. This means that |
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the throttle is automatically |
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locked in the idling posi- |
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tion. |
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2. Stop switch
The stop switch (C) should be used to stop the engine.
3.Hand guard (326HDA55/326HE3)
The hand guard (D) prevents the operator’s hands from coming into contact with the blades. For example, if the operator should loose his grip on the front handle.
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