Not for
Reproduction
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Safety Instructions
Starting Safety
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Start the engine with feet well away from the cutting head.
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Ensure that the area of starting and operation is clear of sticks, stones, glass, nails,
wire, string and debris, which could be thrown by the cutting head.
Cutting Safety
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Use only in good visibility and favourable weather conditions.
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Keep children, animals and bystanders outside the 15 metre hazard zone. Stop the
engine immediately if approached.
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Keep the engine to the right of your body, holding the unit with both hands.
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Keep a firm footing and balance. Do not over reach.
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Keep the cutting head below waist level and do not raise the engine above your
shoulder. The cutting head can come dangerously close to your body.
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Keep your body away from the cutting head and muffler when the unit is running.
• Do not strike objects that may cause harm or damage to the unit.
Maintenance Safety
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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before clearing blockages, checking
or working on the unit. Clean carbon from the muffler at exhaust outlet frequently.
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Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and inspect the unit if it begins to vibrate
abnormally or if it strikes a foreign object.
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Use only genuine VICTA trimmer line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
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Use only genuine VICTA replacement parts.
Transporting and Storage
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Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped and the muffler away from your body.
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Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank and secure the unit before storing or
transporting in a vehicle.
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Empty the fuel tank after each use and before storing the unit.
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Store the unit and fuel well away from sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors, switches or furnaces, etc.
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Store the unit out of reach of children and unauthorised persons.
