PETROL PRODUCTS
Use (All)
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can
collect.
2. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
non-slip footwear.
3. Do not overspeed the engine or alter governor
settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and
shortens product life.
4.
Do not tilt the product when starting the engine,
except if the product has to be tilted for starting. In
this case, do not tilt more than absolutely necessary
and lift only the part which is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the operating
position before returning the appliance to the ground.
5. Never pick up or carry a product while the engine is
running.
6. Spark plug lead may be hot - handle with care.
7. Do not attempt any maintenance on your product
when the engine is hot.
Use (Petrol Grass Trimmer - using plastic cutting lines)
1. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
2. Trimming on banks and slopes can be dangerous
and you should use extreme caution if using the
trimmer in this manner. When operating the trimmer
on banks or steep slopes it is important that the feet
of the operator remain firmly on level ground.
3. Stop the engine before pushing the trimmer across
surfaces other than grass and when transporting the
trimmer to and from the area to be mowed.
4. Cutting disc continues to rotate after the machine is
switched off. Wait until all machine components
have completely stopped before touching them.
5. Switch off the engine, wait until the cutting disc has
stopped, disconnect the spark plug lead and wait
until the engine has cooled:-
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before leaving the trimmer unattended for any period;
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before refuelling;
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before clearing a blockage:
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before checking, cleaning or working on the trimmer;
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if you hit an object. Do not use your trimmer until you are
sure that the entire trimmer is in a safe operating condition;
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if the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
6. If the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn
the fuel off at the conclusion of trimming.
Use (Petrol Lawnmower - using metal bar blade)
1. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do
not mow on
banks
or
steep
slopes.
2. Release the Operator Presence Control to stop the
engine before pushing the mower across surfaces
other than grass and when transporting the
lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.
3. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged guards
or without guards in place.
ALL LAWNMOWERS (including products with plastic cutters)
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial
light.
2. Avoid operating your product in wet grass where
feasible.
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4. Do not walk backwards whilst operating your
product, you could trip. Walk, never run.
5. Never cut grass by pulling the product towards you.
6.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at all
times and especially when switching on the motor/engine.
ELECTRIC LAWNMOWERS (including products with plastic cutters)
1. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
non-slip footwear.
2. Use across the face of slopes, never up and down.
3. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
4. Using on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do
not use on
banks
or
steep
slopes.
5. Switch off before pushing the product over surfaces
other than grass.
6. Never operate the product with damaged guards or
without guards in place.
7. Do not tilt the product when the motor is running,
except when starting and stopping. In this case, do
not tilt more than absolutely necessary and lift only
the part which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating position
before returning the appliance to the ground.
8. Never pick up or carry a product when it is operating
or still connected to the mains supply.
9. Remove the plug from the mains:
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before leaving the product unattended for any period;
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before clearing a blockage;
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before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;
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if you hit an object. Do not use your product until
you are sure that the entire product is in a safe
operating condition;
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if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
USE
GARDENVACS
1.
Always wear suitable clothing, gloves and stout shoes.
2. The use of eye protection is recommended.
3. The use of ear protection is recommended.
4. To prevent dust irritation, the wearing of a face mask
is recommended.
5. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can be
drawn into the air inlet.
6. Do not wear clothing with attachments, i.e. toggles
or drawstrings that can be drawn into the air inlet.
7. Do not use if any part is damaged or broken or if
any of the screws are loose. Have it repaired by an
authorised repairer.
8. Always check your gardenvac is in a safe operating
condition before use.
9. Inspect your product before use, especially the parts
of the cutting head. Replace cutting line if worn or
damaged. (Shredders only)
HEDGETRIMMERS
1. Always wear suitable clothing, gloves and stout
shoes. The use of safety glasses is recommended.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which can be
caught in moving parts.
2.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be
used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
3.
Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
4. Always ensure the hand guard supplied is fitted
before using the Hedgetrimmer. Never attempt to
use an incomplete Hedgetrimmer or one with an
unauthorised modification.
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