When using equipment, a few safety precautions
must be observed to avoid injuries and damage.
Read the operating instructions carefully and
comply with them. It is important to consult these
instructions in order to acquaint yourself with the
unit, its proper use and safety regulations.
Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the
information is available at all times.
If you give the equipment to any other person,
hand over these operating instructions as well.
We accept no liability for damage or accidents
which arise if these instructions have not been
adhered to.
1. General safety regulations
Explanation of the information signs on the
machine (Fig. P1):
1. Warning!
2. Read the directions for use before operating the
machine.
3. Wear safety goggles, a helmet and ear
protection.
4. Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear.
5. Wear safety gloves.
6. Protect the machine from rain and damp.
7. Be careful of objects being thrown out!
8. Always switch off the machine and pull out the
spark boot plug before carrying out any
maintenance work.
9. All bystanders must be kept at least 15 m from
the machine.
10. Tool continues to run some seconds after
switching off motor.
11. Caution: Hot machine parts. Keep your distance.
Note
1. Read the directions with due care. Familiarize
yourself with the settings and proper operation of
the machine.
2. Never allow children or other persons who are
not familiar with the operating instructions to use
the petrol grass trimmer. Contact your local
governmental agency for information regarding
minimum age requirements for operating the
petrol grass trimmer.
3. Never use the machine in direct vicinity of
persons, especially children.
Warning:
Maintain a safety distance of 15m. If approached,
switch off the appliance immediately.
Always keep in mind that the machine operator
or user is responsible for accidents involving
other persons and/or their property.
Preliminary measures
1. Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long
trousers when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in
sandals.
2. Check the grounds on which the machine will be
used and remove all objects that could be caught
up and violently flung out.
3. Warning: Petrol is highly flammable! Therefore:
- Only store petrol in containers designed to hold
petroleum-based liquids.
- Only refuel out in the open and do not smoke
during the refueling process.
- Always refuel before starting the engine. Do not
open fuel tank cap and do not refuel when the
engine is running or when the petrol grass
trimmer is hot.
- If fuel 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 fuel
fumes have completely evaporated.
- For safety reasons, the fuel tank and other tank
closures must be replaced if they are damaged.
4. Replace defective silencers.
5. Before using the petrol grass trimmer, visually
inspect it to ensure that the blade, mounting bolts
and the entire cutting apparatus are in good
working order (i.e. not worn out or damaged). To
prevent any imbalance, replace worn out or
damaged blades and mounting bolts as a set
only (if applicable).
Handling
1. Wear close fitting, tough work clothing that
will provide protection, such as long slacks or
trousers, safety work shoes, heavy duty work
gloves, hard hat, a safety face shield, or safety
glasses for eye protection and a good grade of
ear plugs or other sound barriers for hearing
protection.
2. Store in a safe place. Open fuel cap slowly to
release any pressure which may have formed in
fuel tank. To prevent a fire hazard, move at
least 10 feet (3 meters) from fueling area before
starting.
3. Turn unit off before setting it down.
4. Always hold unit firmly with both hands, the
thumb and fingers encircling the handles.
5. Keep all screws and fasteners tight. Never
operate your equipment when it is improperly
adjusted or not completely and securely
assembled.
GB
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Helpline No: UK 0151 649 1500 / IRE 189 094 6244
