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Be careful not to drop the machine or hit it against obstacles.
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Before proceeding to adjust or repair the machine, be sure to stop the engine and detach the
spark plug cap from the spark plug.
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When the machine is placed in storage for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tank and
carburetor, clean the parts, move the machine to a safe place and confirm that the engine is
cooled down.
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Make periodic inspections to assure safe and efficient operation. For a thorough inspection of
your machine, please contact a dealer.
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Keep the machine away from fire or sparks.
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It is believed that a condition called Raynaud's phenomenon, which affects the fingers of
certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to
vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and
numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended because the
minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown.
Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles, hands and wrists.
Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work
breaks and also by not smoking.
Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the brush cutter or
other hand-held power equipment is not required.
If you experience discomfort, redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and
loss of feeling, consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration.
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Always wear ear protection, as being exposed to loud noise for long time can result in
diminished hearing or even loss of hearing. Total face and head protection must be worn to
prevent bodily injury from either slipping or falling into shrubbery,branches,or bushes.
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Wear no-slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the brush cutter handle. Gloves
also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.
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WARNING:
The cutter area is still dangerous while the machine is coasting to a stop.
