Safety instructions for using the machine

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety instructions for using the machine.

!WARNING!

The machine can cause serious personal injury. Read the safety instructions carefully. Learn how to use the machine.

!WARNING!

Cutting tool. Do not touch the cutting attachment without first switching off the engine

NOTE! Read the safety instructions carefully before starting to use the machine.

Personal protection

• Always use the safety equipment described in the section “Personal protective equipment”.

•Never wear loose-fitting clothes, scarves, jewellery or similar items that could get caught in the auger.

•Hair should be put up if longer than shoulder length.

Protective instructions regarding the surroundings

•Never allow children to use the machine.

•Ensure no-one comes within 5 metres while working.

•Never allow anyone to use the machine without first being absolutely sure that they understand the contents of the Operator’s Manual.

•To prevent damage to the blades, make sure you do not use the auger in areas where the blades could come into contact with gravel or stones, especially in shallow water or underneath bridges, etc.

Protective instructions while working

•Always ensure you have a

safe and firm working position.

•Always use both hands to

hold the machine.

•Make sure that no part of your body comes into contact with the cutting

attachment when the engine is running.

•When the engine is switched off make sure

that no part of your body comes into contact with the cutting attachment before the cutting attachment has come to a complete stop.

•If vibration occurs you must stop the machine. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug. Check that the machine is not damaged. Repair any damage.

!WARNING!

Over exposure to vibrations can result in blood-vessel or nerve injury to persons suffering with blood circulation problems. Seek medical attention if you experience physical symptoms that can be related to over exposure to vibrations. Examples of such symptoms are ”numbness”, lack of feeling, ”tickling”, ”pricking”, ”pain”, lack of or a reduction in normal strength, changes in the colour of the skin or its surfaces. These symptoms normally appear in the fingers, hands or wrists.

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