AL-KO 113618, Translation Of The Original Instructions For Use, Page: 32 / 680

GB
32 BC 225 L-S
About these operating instructions
1 ABOUT THESE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
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The German version is the original operating
instructions. All additional language versions
are translations of the original operating in-
structions.
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It is essential to carefully read through these
operating instructions before start-up. This is
essential for safe working and trouble-free
handling.
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Always safeguard these operating instruc-
tions so that they can be consulted if you
need any information about the appliance.
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Only pass on the appliance to other persons
together with these operating instructions.
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Comply with the safety and warning informa-
tion in these operating instructions.
1.1 Legends and signal words
DANGER!
Denotes an imminently
dangerous situation which
will result in fatal or serious
injury if not avoided.
WARNING!
Denotes a potentially dan-
gerous situation which can
result in fatal or serious in-
jury if not avoided.
CAUTION!
Denotes a potentially dan-
gerous situation which can
result in minor or moderate
injury if not avoided.
IMPORTANT!
Denotes a situation which
can result in material dam-
age if not avoided.
NOTE
Special instructions for ease of under-
standing and handling.
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
These operating instructions describe a hand-
guided trimmer with petrol engine.
2.1 Intended use
The brushcutter is equipped with a spool and cut-
ting line for cutting soft grass and similar vegeta-
tion. The brushcutter must be guided parallel to
the ground.
NOTE
Local and national regulations in working
hours, noise control and exhaust emis-
sions can restrict the use of the appli-
ance. Please obtain and observe the ap-
plicable information!
This appliance is intended solely for use in non-
commercial applications. Any other use (as well
as unauthorised conversions or add-ons) are re-
garded as contrary to the intended use and will
result in exclusion of the warranty as well as loss
of conformity (CE mark); the manufacturer will
thus decline any responsibility for damage and/or
injury suffered by the user or third parties.
2.2 Possible foreseeable misuse
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Do not cut any shrubs, hedges, trees or
flowers.
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Do not lift the appliance off the ground during
operation.
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Do not use the appliance with anything other
than the OEM cutting tools (i.e. only with
spool and cutting line).
2.3 Residual dangers
Even during correct use of the appliance, there is
always a certain residual risk that cannot be ex-
cluded. Depending on the use, the following po-
tential risks can be derived from the type and
construction of the appliance:
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Throwing out of cuttings, soil and small
stones
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Throwing out of cut-off parts of the cutting
line
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Inhalation of cuttings particles if no breathing
protection is worn.