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– When using the Brushcutter, always wear sturdy shoes
(6) with a non-slip sole. This protects against injuries and
ensures a good footing.
Starting up the Brushcutter
– Please make sure that there are no children or other
people within a working range of 15 meters (50ft), also
pay attention to any animals in the working vicinity.
– Before use always check that the Brushcutter is safe for
operation:
Check the security of the cutting tool, the control lever
for easy action and check for proper functioning of the
control lever lock.
– Rotation of the cutting tool during idling speed is not
allowed. Check with your dealer for adjustment if in
doubt. Check for clean and dry handles and test the
function of the start/stop switch.
– Start the Brushcutter only in accordance with the
instructions.
– Do not use any other methods for starting the engine!
– Use the Brushcutter and the tools only for such
applications as specified.
– Only start the Brushcutter engine, after the entire
assembly is done. Operation of the device is only
permitted after all the appropriate accessories are
attached!
– Before starting make sure that the cutting tool has no
contact with hard objects such as branches, stones etc.
as the cutting tool will revolve when starting.
– The engine is to be switched off immediately in case of
any engine problems.
– Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard objects,
immediately switch off the engine and inspect the cutting
tool.
– Inspect the cutting tool at short regular intervals for
damage (detection of hairline cracks by means of
tapping-noise test).
– Operate the Brushcutter only with the shoulder strap
attached which is to be suitably adjusted before putting
the Brushcutter into operation. It is essential to adjust
the shoulder strap according to the user’s size to prevent
fatigue occurring during use. Never hold the cutter with
one hand during use.
– During operation always hold the Brushcutter with both
hands.
Always ensure a safe footing.
– Operate the Brushcutter in such a manner as to avoid
inhalation of the exhaust gases. Never run the engine
in enclosed rooms (risk of gas poisoning). Carbon
monoxide is an odorless gas.
– Switch off the engine when resting and when leaving the
Brushcutter unattended, and place it in a safe location to
prevent danger to others or damage to the machine.
– Never put the hot Brushcutter onto dry grass or onto any
combustible materials.
– The cutting tool has to be equipped with it’s appropriate
guard.
Diagrammatic figure
● Resting
● Transport
● Refuelling
● Maintenance
● Tool Replacement
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