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WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should only be serviced by
a qualied technician.
For service we suggest you return the
product to your nearest authorized service
center for repair. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
• You may make adjustments and
repairs described here. For other
repairs, contact the authorized ser-
vice agent.
• Before any maintenance or
adjustment, disable the machine by
removing the power source.
• After extending new cutter line or
cleaning, checking the blade, always
return the product to its normal
INTENDED USE
The product is only intended for use
outdoors. For safety reasons the product
must be adequately controlled by using
two handed operation.
The product is intended for cutting long
grass, pulpy weed, or brush and similar
vegetation at or about ground level. The
cutting plane should be approximately
parallel to the ground surface. The product
should not be used to trim hedges, bushes
or other vegetation where the cutting
plane is not parallel to the ground surface.
RESIDUAL RISK
Even when the product is used as
prescribed, it is still impossible to
completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise
in use and the operator should pay special
attention to avoid the following:
• Injury caused by vibration. Always use
the right tool for the job, use desig-
nated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
• Exposure to noise can cause hearing
injury. Wear ear protection and limit
exposure.
• Kickback can occur when using the
brush cutter. Ensure proper control by
using both hands on the designated
handles.
Read and follow the directions elsewhere
in this manual to help reduce the risk of
kickback.
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from
hand-held tools may contribute to a condi-
tion called Raynaud’s Syndrome in certain
individuals. Symptoms may include
tingling, upon exposure to cold. Hereditary
factors, exposure to cold and dampness,
diet, smoking and work practices are all
thought to contribute to the development
of these symptoms.
There are measures that can be taken by
the operator to possibly reduce the effects
of vibration:
