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. Never 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
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.
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 be dangerous if inhaled.
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
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
SMove the machine at least 10 feet (3 me- ters) from the refueling point before start- ing it.
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SNever start the machine:
S If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.
S If you have spilled 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.
S If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
S Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant and may even cause skin damage.
Transporting and 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.
SEnsure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before
WARNING: Take care when han- dling fuel. Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosion and inhaling fumes.
General working 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.
You must understand the difference between forestry clearing, grass clearing and grass trimming before use.
Basic safety rules
1. Look around you:
STo ensure that people, animals or other things cannot affect your control of the
machine.
STo ensure that people, animals, etc., do not come into contact with the cut- ting attachment or loose objects that are thrown out by the cutting attach- ment.
