English---8
545186855 Rev. 8 5/15/12
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Check that the trimmer head and guard
are correctly secured.
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When adjusting the carburetor, make sure
the lower end is supported and that no one
is in the immediate vicinity.
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Make sure the cutting head does not rotate
when idling.
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Make 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.
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Only use the machine for the purpose for
which it was intended.
Starting
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Ensure that all of the engine covers and
housings are properly fitted before the unit
is started.
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Never start or attempt to run the unit with
the clutch, clutch drum, clutch cover, or
driveshaft removed.
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Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust
fumes can be dangerous if inhaled.
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Observe your surroundings and make sure
that there is no risk of people or animals
coming into contact with the cutting equip-
ment.
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See the “Starting and Stopping” section for
complete instructions.
Fuel safety
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Always use a fuel container with an anti--
spill valve.
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Never refuel the machine while the engine
is running.
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Always stop the engine and let it cool for a
few minutes before refueling.
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Make sure there is plenty of ventilation
when refueling or mixing fuel (gasoline and
2--stroke oil).
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Move the machine at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) from the refueling point before start-
ing it.
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Never start the machine:
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If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off
the spillage and allow remaining fuel to
evaporate.
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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.
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.
Min. 10 ft.
(3 m)
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If the machine is leaking fuel. Check
regularly for leaks from the fuel cap
and fuel lines.
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Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is
a skin irritant and may even cause
skin changes.
Transporting and storage
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Store 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.
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When storing and transporting fuel al-
ways use approved containers intended
for this purpose.
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When 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.
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Ensure the machine is cleaned and that
a complete service is carried out before
long--term storage.
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:
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To ensure that people, animals or other
things cannot affect your control of the
machine.
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To 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.
WARNING:
Take care when han-
dling fuel. Bear in mind the risk of
fire, explosion and inhaling fumes.
