SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructionsFuel safety
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Y Always use a fuel container
Y The machine is only designed for trimming grass.
with an anti-spill valve.
Y The only accessories to be used with the engine
unit as a drive source are the cutting units we
Y Never fill the machine while
recommend in the chapter OTechnical dataO.
the engine is running.
Y Never use the machine if you are tired, if you
Always stop the engine and
have consumed alcohol, or if you are taking
let it cool for a few minutes
medicines that can affect your sight, your
before refuelling.
judgement or the control of your body.
Y Use personal protective equipment. See the
Y Provide good ventilation
section OPersonal protective equipmentO.
when filling or mixing fuel
Y Never use a machine that has been modified so
(petrol and 2-stroke oil).
that it no longer corresponds with the originalMin. 3 m
design.(10 ft)
Y Move the machine at least 3
Y Never use a machine that is faulty. Follow the
m from the filling position
maintenance, control and service instructions in
before starting.
this Operator�s Manual. Some maintenance and
service actions should be carried out by trained
Y Never start the machine:
and qualified specialists. See the chapter
OMaintenanceO.
a)If you have spilt fuel on it.
Y All covers and guards must be fitted before
Wipe up all spillage.
starting the machine. Check that the spark plug
cap and HT lead are not damaged, otherwise you
b)If you have spilt fuel on
could get an electric shock.
yourself or your clothes.
Y The machine operator shall ensure, while
Change your clothes.
working, that no persons or animals come closer
than 15 metres (50 feet). When several operators
are working in the same area the safety distancec)If there is a fuel leak. Make
should be at least double tree length, however, atregular checks for leakage
least 15 metres (50 feet).from the fuel cap and the
fuel supply pipes.
WARNING!
Faulty cutting equipment increases the risk
!
of accidents.
StartTransport and storage
WARNING!
Y Store and transport the machine and fuel so that any leakage
When the engine is started with the choke
or fumes do not risk coming into contact with sparks or
!in either the choke or start throttle positions
naked flames. For example, electric machines, electric
the cutting equipment starts to rotate
motors, electrical switches/power switches, heaters or theimmediately.
like.
Y The complete clutch cover with shaft must be fitted before
the machine is started, otherwise the clutch can becomeY When storing and transporting fuel approved containers
loose and cause personal injury.intended for this purpose must be used.
Y Never start the machine indoors. Bear in mind the dangers
Y When storing the machine for long periods the fuel tank
of inhaling the engine�s exhaust fumes.
must be emptied. Contact your local petrol station to find
Y Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no
out how to dispose of excess fuel.
risk of people or animals coming into contact with the
cutting equipment.
Y Place the machine on the
WARNING!
ground, ensure the cutting
Exercise great care when handling fuel.
equipment runs free of!Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosions and
twigs and stones. Push theinhaling fumes.
machine body towards the
ground using your left
hand. (NOTE! Not with
your foot). Grip the starter
handle with your right
hand and pull the
startercord.
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