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115374327 Rev.6 5/31/12
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SCheck that the trimmer head and guard
are correctly secured.
SWhen adjusting the carburetor, make sure
the lower end is supported and that no one
is in the immediate vicinity.
SMake sure the cutting head does not rotate
when idling.
SMake sure the handle and safety features
are in order.N ever use a machine that has
parts missing or has been changed in
relation to the specification.
SOnly use the machine for the purpose for
which it was intended.

Starting

SEnsure that all of the engine covers and
housings are properly fitted before the unit
is started.
SNever start or attempt to run the unit with
the clutch, clutch drum, clutch cover, or
driveshaft removed.
SNever start the machine indoors. Exhaust
fumes can bedanger ous ifinhaled.
SObserve your surroundings and make sure
that there is no risk of people or animals
coming into contact with the cutting equip-
ment.
SSee the “Starting and Stopping” section for
complete instructions.
Fuel safety
SAlways use a fuel container with an anti--
spill valve.
SNever refuel the machine while the engine
is running.
SAlways stop the engine and let it cool for a
few minutes before refueling.
SMake sure there is plenty of ventilation
when refueling or mixing fuel (gasoline and
2--strokeoil).
SMove the machine at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) from the refueling point before start-
ing it.
SNever start the machine:
SIf you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off
the spillage and allow remaining fuel to
evaporate.
SIf you have spilled fuel on yourself or
your clothes, change your clothes. Was
h
any part of your body that has come in
contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
WARNING : Whent he engine is
startedwiththechokeineitherthe
chokeor start throttle positions the
cutting attachment will start to
rotateimmediately.
Min. 10 ft.
(3m)
SIf the machine is leaking fuel. Check
regularly for leaks from the fuel cap
andf uel lines.
SAvoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is
as kin irritant and may even cause
skin changes.

Transportingand storage

SStore and transport the machine and fuel
so that there is no risk of any leakage or
fumes coming into contact with sparks or
naked flames, for example, from electri-
cal machinery, electric motors, electrical
relays/switches or boilers.
SWhen storing and transporting fuel al-
ways use approved containers intended
for this purpose.
SWhen storing the machine for long peri-
ods the fuel tank must be emptied. Con-
tact your local gas station to find out
where to dispose of excess fuel.
Generalworking instructions
IMPORTANT!
This section describes the basic safety pre-
cautions for working with trimmers. If you
encounter a situation where you are uncer -
tain how to proceed you should ask an ex -
pert. Contact your servicing dealer.
Avoid all usage which you consider to be
beyond your capability.
Youmust und erstand the difference between
forestry clearing, grass clearing and grass
trimming before use.

Basic safetyrules

1. Look around you:
SToensure that people, animals or other
things cannot affect your control of the
machine.
SToensure that people, animals, etc.,
donot comeinto contact with the cut-
ting attachment or loose objects that
are thrown out by the cutting attach-
ment.
WARNING : Takecare when han -
dling fuel. Bear in mind the risk of
fire, explosion and inhaling fumes.