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MCSW40-2
Getting
Started . . .
> Do not under any circumstances modify the product. Modifications can result in
serious personal injury or death.
> Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area and secure footing.
> All product servicing and maintenance, other than the items listed in this manual,
should be performed by an authorised service centre.
> First time operators should receive practical use instructions of the product and
protective equipment from an experienced operator.
> National regulation can restrict the use of the product.
Clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE)
> Secure long hair so that they are above the shoulder level.
> Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery as those could be drawn into the engine
or catch a moving part of the product.
> Use the following safety clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) when
operating the product:
• Wear head protection (compliant to EN 397)
• Wear hearing/ear protection (compliant to EN 352-1)
• Wear eye protection (compliant to EN 166)
• Wear protective gloves (compliant to EN ISO 21420 Class 0)
• Wear safety steel toe capped footwear (compliant to EN ISO 20345 Class 2)
• Wear sturdy cut retardant snug-fitting protective clothing
• Wear a dust mask
• First Aid Kit in case of injury
• Dry powder fire extinguisher readily available
Fuel handling
> Always switch the product off, disconnect the spark plug connector and let the product
cool down before refuelling it.
> Fuel and fuel vapour are highly flammable. Take care when handling fuel.
> Do not smoke while operating the product, handling fuel or near fuel.
> Always use suitable aids such as funnels and filler necks. Do not spill any fuel on
the product or its exhaust system. There is a risk of ignition. Remove spilled fuel
carefully from all parts of the product. Any residue which may be present must have
completely volatilised, before the product is put into operation!
> Never refuel indoors.
> Never use the product in environments where there is a risk of explosion. Exhaust
gases and fuel fumes are noxious. Fuel fumes can ignite.
> Avoid skin contact with petrol.
> Do not eat or drink, while you are refuelling the product. If you have swallowed
petrol or oil, or if petrol or oil has got into your eyes, then seek the advice of a doctor
immediately.
> Tighten the fuel tank cap thoroughly after refilling the fuel tank.
Safety information
