WORKING TECHNIQUES
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suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping
ground.
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The engine must be switched off before moving.
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Never put the machine down with the engine running
unless you have it in clear sight.
Basic working techniques
Safety instructions while working
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Always ensure you have a safe and stable working
position.
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Always hold the machine with both hands. Hold the
machine on the right side of your body.
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Use your right hand to control the throttle setting.
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Make sure that your hands and feet do not come near
the cutting attachment when the engine is running.
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When the engine is switched off, keep your hands and
feet away from the cutting attachment until it has
stopped completely.
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Always carry out edging at full throttle.
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Always keep the blade close to the ground.
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Always slow the engine to idle speed after each
working operation. Long periods at full throttle without
any load on the engine (i.e. without the resistance that
the cutting attachment exerts on the engine when you
are using the machine) can lead to serious engine
damage.
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Be especially careful when pulling the edger towards
you during work.
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If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur stop the
machine immediately. Disconnect the HT lead from
the spark plug. Check that the machine is not
damaged. Repair any damage.
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WARNING! Neither the operator of the
machine nor anyone else may attempt to
remove the cut material while the engine
is running or the cutting equipment is
rotating, as this can result in serious
injury.
Stop the engine and cutting equipment
before you remove material that has
wound around the blade shaft as
otherwise there is a risk of injury. The
bevel gear can get hot during use and
may remain so for a while afterwards. You
could get burnt if you touch it.
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WARNING! Watch out for thrown objects.
Always wear approved eye protection.
Never lean over the cutting attachment
guard. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be
thrown up into the eyes causing
blindness or serious injury.
Keep unauthorised persons at a
distance. Children, animals, onlookers
and helpers should be kept outside the
safety zone of 15 m. (50 ft.) Stop the
machine immediately if anyone
approaches. Never swing the machine
around without first checking behind you
to make sure no-one is within the safety
zone.
