SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! Always stop the engine before

!doing any work on the cutting attachment. This continues to rotate even after the throttle has been released. Ensure that the cutting attachment has stopped completely and disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug before you start to work on it.

General safety precautions

IMPORTANT!

The machine is only designed for trimming grass.

The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit are the cutting attachments we recommend in the chapter on Technical data.

Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.

Never use the machine in extreme weather conditions such as severe cold, very hot and/or humid climates.

Never use a machine that has been modified in any way from its original specification.

Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment.

Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See instructions under the heading Maintenance.

All covers and guards must be fitted before starting. Make sure the spark plug cap and HT lead are not damaged. Otherwise you could get an electric shock.

The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 15 metres while working. When several operators are working in the same area the safety distance should be at least twice the tree height and no less than 15 metres.

WARNING! A faulty cutting attachment may

!increase the risk of accidents.

Starting

WARNING! When the engine is started with

!the choke in either the choke or start throttle positions the cutting attachment will start to rotate immediately.

The complete clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the machine is started, otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injury.

Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled.

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Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equipment.

Place the machine on the ground, ensure the cutting attachment is clear of twigs and stones. Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot). Then grip the starter handle with your right hand and pull the starter cord.

Never wrap the starter cord around your hand

Fuel safety

Always use a fuel container with an anti-spill valve.

Never refuel the machine while the engine is running. Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refuelling.

Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when handling fuel.

Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point before starting it.

Never start the machine:

1If you have spilt fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.

2If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water.

3If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.

4Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant and may even cause skin changes.

Transport and storage

Store 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 electrical machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/switches or boilers.

When storing and transporting fuel always use approved containers intended for this purpose.

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324LX-Series, 324LDX-Series specifications

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