SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
•If used incorrectly or carelessly this machine can become a dangerous tool that can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and underst- and the content of this manual.
•When using the machine, personal 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 must be worn whenever required, for example when fitting, inspecting or cleaning cutting equipment.
PROTECTIVE HELMET
AND VISOR
EAR PROTECTION Ear protection offering sufficient dampening effect should be used.
EYE PROTECTION Blows from branches or objects thrown out by the cutting equipment 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 heavy, long pants. Do not wear jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
The operator must carry a first aid kit.
The machine‘s safety equipment
This section describes the machine‘s safety equipment, 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 machine with defective safety 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 | A |
being engaged. When the | |
trigger lock (A) is pressed |
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into the handle (= when you |
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hold the handle) the throttle |
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(B) is released. When the |
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grip on the handle is |
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released the throttle and the |
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throttle trigger lock return | B |
to their original positions. | |
This takes place via two |
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independent return spring |
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systems. This means that the |
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throttle is automatically |
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locked in its “idling“ |
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position. |
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2. Stop switch
The stop switch should be used to stop the engine.
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