4. Health and Safety Information
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Important: Read all the Health and Safety instructions
before attempting to operate, maintain or repair this
product. Non-compliance with these instructions may
result in injury or damage to the user or the product.
4.1 General Health and Safety
Precautions for Agricultural Equipment
• Only personnel who have read and understood this
manual in full and are familiar with the operation,
safe working techniques and safety features of this
machine may operate, adjust or maintain this product.
− DO NOT allow anyone who is unfamiliar with
this product or unqualied in its use to operate
this machine.
− This machine is not intended for use by persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
unless they have been given supervision or
instruction in its use by a person responsible for
their safety.
− Keep this product out of reach of children at
all times.
• Observe all standard safety precautions and good
practices when working with machines and
mechanical drilling tools in an outdoor environment.
• DO NOT modify this product in any way and ONLY use
spare parts supplied by Draper Tools.
• Use this product only in the manner described in
this manual.
• ONLY use this product with the attachment tools and
accessories supplied.
− NEVER use this machine with any other tools or
accessories attached.
• Use this product only in exterior and well-ventilated
environments.
• Keep your work environment clear and well-lit,
with bystanders at a safe distance.
− Work ONLY in daylight or good articial light.
− NEVER work while children or pets are nearby.
• Before every use, inspect the product and all
accessories for broken, cracked, loose or corroded
parts and leakages.
Important: DO NOT use this product if it is damaged
or leaking in any way. Contact Draper Tools to discuss
repair and replacement options. DO NOT use
damaged or worn blades.
• DO NOT use this product if you suspect that it
has been subjected to sharp knocks or it has
been dropped.
• Ensure that all safety features are in good working
order before EVERY use.
− DO NOT use this product if any of the safety
features, including the safety lanyard, are missing
or faulty, or the machine cannot be switched on
and o using the ignition switch.
− DO NOT tamper with or disable any of the safety
systems employed by the machine.
− DO NOT operate this tool if the safety lanyard is
not connected to your person.
− ALWAYS ensure that all safety labels are visible
before use.
• Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property while using this machine.
• DO NOT operate this machine if you are tired or under
the inuence of alcohol, drugs or other medication.
• Be aware of your surroundings and stay alert to any
hazards that may arise that are concealed by the noise
of the machine.
• ALWAYS ensure that the machine is positioned safely
and is unobstructed when starting the engine.
• Keep a rm and secure grip on both handles
during use.
− Grip the machine by the designated insulated
areas ONLY as the bit blades may come into
contact with live wires, which may cause an
electric shock.
− Keep all handles dry and free from grease or other
substances that may cause you to lose control of
the machine.
• Keep hands, feet and other body parts away from
moving parts at all times.
• DO NOT overreach and maintain good balance while
using the tool.
• DO NOT touch the engine or exhaust during or
immediately after use.
• DO NOT leave the machine running unattended under
any circumstances.
• DO NOT refuel the machine while it is running.
• Unless an emergency occurs, reduce the throttle
during engine shut down before turning o the
ignition switch.
