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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment
MPORTANT INFORMATION
• A clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer used |
incorrectly or carelessly 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 understand the content of this |
manual. |
• When using a trimmer, 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 |
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.
injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer |
for help when choosing protective equipment. |
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when assembling cutting equipment.
EAR PROTECTION Ear protection offering sufficient dampening effect should be used.
EYE PROTECTION Blows from branches or objects thrown by the rotating 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.
1.Throttle trigger lock
The throttle trigger lock is designed to prevent the throttle from accidentally being engaged. When the trigger lock (A) is pressed into the handle (= when you hold the handle) the throttle
(B)is released. When the grip on the handle is released the throttle and the throttle trigger lock return to their original positions. This takes place via two independent return spring systems. This means that the throttle is automatically locked in its “idling“ position.
2. Stop switch
The stop switch should be used to stop the engine.
3.Cutting attachment guard
This guard is intended to prevent objects from being thrown towards the operator and to protect the operator from unintentionel contact with the cutting attachment.
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B |
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B |
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FIRST AID KIT
A first aid kit should be carried by operators of clearing saws, brushcutters or trimmers.
!WARNING!
Under no circumstances may the cutting equipment be used without an approved guard fitted. See the chapter “Technical data” . If the wrong guard or a defective guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury.
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