Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the
machine before operating it.
27.5. Defective switches or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service centre. Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off.
27.6. Warning
The use of any accessory or attachment, other than those recommended in this instruction
manual, may present a risk of injury to persons or animals and may cause damages.
The user and/or operator are responsible for any damages or injury caused to properties and/or
persons.
27.7. Remarks
The safety precautions and instructions given in this manual are unable to cover in detail all the
conditions and situations that may arise.
The operator and/or user must use common sense and caution when operating the product
especially for any matters that are not referred in the above
3.2- Safety precautions for chain saw users
WARNING Kickback safety precautions
As a user you should take several steps to keep cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
(1) With a basic understanding of kickback you can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise.
Sudden surprise contributes to accidents.
(2) Keep a good grip on the handle with both hands.
A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control of the product.
(3) Make certain that the area in which you are cutting is free from obstructions.
Remove any obstruction which could be hit while you are operating the product.
(4) Cut at high engine speeds.
(5) Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
(6) Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for the cutting element.
(7) Only use replacement accessories specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent.
(8) Kickback
- An uncontrolled kickback of the blade may occur when using the brush
cutter.
- This kickback phenomenon occurs in particular when performing cuts in
the critical angle of the blade, i.e. the angle between 12-and-2 O’clock.
- Never use the trimmer in the blade angle between 12-and-2 o’clock.
- Never use such a blade angle for cutting solid materials such as bushes,
roots etc whose diameter is greater than 3cm, because the trimmer could
then be violently projected to the side and may cause injury.
- This uncontrolled kickback of the blade is more likely to occur when the
user cannot see the material being cut.
- This uncontrolled kickback can cause serious injury or even death, to the
user or other people or animals.
Always keep people and animals at least 15m away from the machine.
ATTENTION
! National or local regulations may restrict the use of the
machine to certain hours or periods. Check with your local authority.
Note: careful daily inspection should be performed before use and after a
drop or shock to identify major defects. Do not use the machine until the
defects have been repaired.
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