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Helpline No. UK 0151 649 1500 / IRE 189 094 6244
1. Safety Information
General notes:
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Read the operating instructions carefully.
Familiarize yourself with the operator controls
and proper operation of the machine.
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Never allow children or other persons who are
not familiar with the operating instructions to use
the machine.
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Never work in the direct vicinity of persons -
especially children or animals.
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Always keep in mind that the machine operator
or user is responsible for accidents involving other
persons and/or their property.
Preparations:
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Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long
trousers when using the machine. Never use the
machine barefoot or in sandals.
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Thoroughly check the grounds on which the
machine will be used and remove all objects
that could be caught up by the machine and
violently flung out.
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Warning! Petrol is highly flammable! Therefore:
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Only store petrol in containers designed to hold
petroleum-based liquids.
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Only refuel out in the open and do not smoke
during the refuelling process.
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Always refuel before starting the engine. Do not
open fuel tank cap and do not refuel when the
engine is running or when the engine is hot.
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If petrol has overflowed, do not under any
circumstances attempt to start the engine.
Instead, remove the machine from the affected
area. Avoid starting the engine until the petrol
fumes have completely evaporated.
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For safety reasons, the petrol tank and other tank
closures must be replaced at regular intervals.
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Replace damaged exhaust silencers.
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Before using the machine, always visually
examine the tools for excessive wear or
damage. To prevent any imbalance, replace
worn out or damaged parts and fastening bolts
as a set only.
Handling
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Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas, as
dangerous carbon monoxide gas can build up.
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Only use the machine in broad daylight or in
well-lit conditions.
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Always maintain good footing on inclines.
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Only operate the machine at a walking pace.
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For machines with wheels: Always guide the
machine across slopes, i.e. never straight up or
straight down.
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Be particularly careful when you change
direction on a slope.
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Be particularly careful when you turn the
machine around or pull it toward yourself.
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Do not adjust or overclock the engine speed
settings.
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Start the engine carefully in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and ensure that your
feet are far enough away from the tool(s).
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Never move your hands or feet toward or under
any rotating parts.
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Never lift or carry a machine with the engine
running.
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Always stop the engine.
- Whenever you leave the machine;
- Before refuelling;
- Close the engine’s throttle valve
when the engine runs down.
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When you have finished working with the
machine, close the petrol stopcock if it has one.
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For safety reasons the engine speed is not
permitted to exceed the speed shown on the
motor rating plate.
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Start the engine carefully in accordance with the
operating instructions. Never attempt to touch
any moving parts while the engine is running.
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