GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
position then the carburettor idle setting must be adjusted. See instructions under the heading Maintenance.
Stop switch
Use the stop switch to switch off the engine.
Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you move the stop switch to the stop setting.
Hand guard
(327HDA65, 327HE3)
The hand guard prevents hands from coming into contact with the moving blades, for example, if the operator loses grip on the front handle.
Check that the hand guard is fitted correctly.
Check that the hand guard is undamaged.
Vibration damping system
Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to minimize vibration and make operation easier.
The machine′s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machine′s handle unit.
Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation. Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and securely attached.
WARNING! Overexposure to vibration
! can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage in people who have impaired circulation. Contact your doctor if you experience symptoms of overexposure to vibration. Such symptoms include numbness, loss of feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes in skin colour or condition. These symptoms normally appear in the fingers, hands or wrists. The risk increases at low temperatures.
Muffler
The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muffler fitted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust gases.
In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a significant risk of fire. We therefore fit certain mufflers with
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