AL-KO 113691, Translation Of The Original Instructions For Use, Page: 28 / 424

GB
28 BC 223 B | BC 223 L-S
Product description
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Comply with the safety and warning informa-
tion in these operating instructions.
1.1 Symbols on the title page
Symbol Meaning
It is essential to read through these
operating instructions carefully be-
fore start-up. This is essential for
safe working and trouble-free han-
dling.
Operating instructions
Never operate the petrol powered
device in the vicinity of open flames
or heat sources.
1.2 Legends and signal words
DANGER!
Denotes an imminently dangerous situa-
tion which will result in fatal or serious
injury if not avoided.
WARNING!
Denotes a potentially dangerous situa-
tion which can result in fatal or serious
injury if not avoided.
CAUTION!
Denotes a potentially dangerous situa-
tion which can result in minor or moder-
ate injury if not avoided.
IMPORTANT!
Denotes a situation which can result in
material damage if not avoided.
NOTE
Special instructions for ease of under-
standing and handling.
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Intended use
The brushcutter is intended for cutting soft grass
and similar vegetation. The trimmer must be
guided parallel to the ground.
The brushcutter is available in two versions; ob-
serve the instruction steps appropriate to your
appliance:
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BC 223 B: Brushcutter with "bike" handle;
use with spool or blade. When using a blade,
the brushcutter is also suitable for mowing
thicker herbaceous plants, young under-
growth and shrubs.
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BC 223 L-S: Grass trimmer with "loop" han-
dle; used exclusively with a spool.
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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Use the appliance only with the manufactur-
er's original cutting tools (see
chapter 2.8
"Approved cutting tools", page 30 ).
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.
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Damage to the hearing if no hearing protec-
tion is worn.
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Cutting injuries when reaching into the rotat-
ing cutting line or the rotating blade