Safety instructions
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Safety instructions
Prior to starting
For your safety, read these operating instructions carefully.
Familiarize yourself with the control elements and the proper
use of the device. Share these operating instructions with all
other users of the device.
Have skilled personnel who were trained by AS-Motor show
you the safe handling of the device before you work with it for
the first time.
Your dealer can supply you with further training material.
Read the operating instructions of the engine and share them
with all other users of the device.
Get familiar with the device in a wide, open and flat terrain
first.
Always follow OSHA approved operation.
User restrictions and hours of operation
Never allow children or persons who are not familiar with the
operating instructions to use the device. Persons under 18
years of age may operate the device only under proper su-
pervision. Local regulations determine the minimum age of
the operator und the operating times.
Unsuitable for operation of the device are persons who
– are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or reaction retard-
ing medicines.
– have physical and mental/emotional impairments.
– are tired or sick.
Persons with pace makers must not touch live
parts of the ignition system.
Safe handling of fuel
Fuel is toxic and highly flammable. There is a burn and explo-
sion hazard!
Keep fuel away from ignition sources and do not smoke dur-
ing handling.
Do not inhale fuel vapours, they are dangerous to your
health.
Use glove and avoid skin contact with the fuel.
Always refuel outdoors when the engine is cold and standing
still. When doing so, always use a filler spout or a funnel.
Do not spill any fuel or do not let fuel enter canalisation or
drain away.
When fuel has overflown, do not start the device until the fuel
vapours have evaporated (wipe dry). Move the device away
from the spilled fuel.
Always close the tank cap tightly and do not open it while the
engine is running or the device is still hot.
When longer operating pauses are scheduled, the fuel should
be run empty as much as possible.
Store the fuel away from children and keep it in a suitable
container in a dark, cool and dry place.
Never store the device when there is fuel in the tank inside a
building where fuel vapours might come into contact with
open fire or sparks.
Immediately replace the fuel tank or tank cap if they are dam-
aged (authorised service centre).
First aid
When swallowing fuel or inhaling fuel vapours, do not force
vomiting and immediately consult a doctor.
In case of skin contact, immediately wash with water and
soap. Change your soiled clothing as soon as you can.
Measures in case of a fire
In case of a fire, use foam, dry powder extinguisher, or car-
bon dioxide (CO
2
). Never spray with water!
