MACHINE´S SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Blade guard
WARNING! Always check that the guard
! is correctly fitted before starting the machine.
This guard is fitted above the cutting blade and is designed to prevent parts of the blade or cutting fragments from being thrown towards the user.
Checking the blade and the blade guard
•Check that the guard over the cutting blade is not cracked or damaged in any other way. Replace when damaged.
•Check that the cutting blade is fitted correctly and does not show signs of damage. A damaged cutting blade can cause personal injury.
Vibration damping system
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. These symptoms may be increased in cold temperatures.
• 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. The engine body, including the cutting equipment, is insulated from the handles by vibration damping units.
Checking the vibration damping system
WARNING! The engine should be
! switched off, and the stop switch in STOP position.
• Check the vibration damping units regularly for cracks or deformation. Replace them if damaged.
• Check that the vibration damping element is securely attached between the engine unit and handle unit.
Muffler
WARNING! Never use a machine without
! a muffler, or with a faulty muffler. A damaged muffler may substantially increase the noise level and the fire hazard. Keep fire fighting equipment handy.
The muffler gets very hot during and after use as well as when idling. Be aware of the fire hazard, especially when working near flammable substances and/ or vapours.
Keep fire fighting equipment handy.
The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user.
Inspecting the muffler
Check regularly that the muffler is complete and secured correctly.
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