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PVEL / PVEL-D
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: 101504D
-GB 1911
WARNING Trapping hazards
There is a risk of neck ware, hair, gloves, and
clothes getting dragged into or caught by rotating
machineparts.This may cause choking, scalping,
lacerations, or death.To reduce the risk:
Never grab or touch a rotating machine part.
Avoid wearing clothing, neck ware or gloves
that may get caught.
Cover long hair with a hair net.
DANGER Electrical hazard
The machine is not electrically insulated. If the
machine comes in to contact with electricity, serious
injuries or death may result.
Never operate the machine near any electric wire or
other source of electricity.
Make sure that there are no concealed wires or other
sources of electricity in the working area.
DANGER Concealed object hazard
During operating, concealed wires and pipes
constitute a danger that can result in serious injury.
Check the composition of the material before
operating.
Watch out for concealed cables and pipes for
example electricity, telephone, water, gas, and
sewage lines.
If the machine seems to have hit a concealed object,
switch off the machine immediately.
Make sure that there is no danger before continuing.
WARNING Involuntary start
Involuntary start of the machine may cause injury.
Keep your hands away from the start and stop device
until you are ready to start the machine.
Learn how the machine is switched off in the event
of an emergency.
WARNING Noise hazard
High noise levels can cause permanent and
disablinghearing loss and other problems such as
tinnitus(ringing, buzzing, whistling, or humming in
the ears).To reduce risks and prevent an unnecessary
increase in noise levels:
Risk assessment of these hazards and implementation
of appropriate controls is essential.
Operate and maintain the machine as recommended
in these instructions.
If the machine has as ilencer, check that it is in place
and in good working condition.
Always use hearing protection.
TRANSPORT, PRECAUTIONS
WARNING Loading and unloading hazard
When the machine is lifted by a crane and similar
appliance, this can lead to injury.
Use marked lifting points.
Make sure that all lifting devices are dimensionedfor
the weight of the machine.
Never remain under or in the immediate vicinity of
the machine.
MAINTENANCE, PRECAUTIONS
WARNING Unexpected start hazard
During maintenance or when changing blades on the
machine, there is a risk that the engine backfires or
that the machine unexpectedly starts. This applies
especially when the engine is hot and if the switch
is in position ON.This can result in serious personal
injury.
Always let the engine cool down.
Always turn the switch to position OFF.
Always take the cap off the spark plug.
WARNING Unexpected start hazard
Any machine modification may result in bodily
injuries to yourself or others.
Never modify the machine. Modified machines are
not covered by warranty or product liability.
Always use original parts, insertion tools, and acces-
sories.
Change damaged parts immediately.
Replace worn components in good time.
CAUTION High temperature
The machine’s engine exhaust pipe, and bottom
become hot during operation. Touching them can
lead to burns.
Never touch a hot machine.
Never touch the bottom of the machine when its hot.
Wait until the engine, exhaust pipe, and bottom of
the machine have cooled down before carrying out
maintenance work.
STORAGE, PRECAUTIONS
Keep the machine in a safe place, out of the reach
of children and locked up.
