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2. Safe use
Please note!
Turn off the engine before any servicing, adjusting and cleaning of the
grass trimmer.
1. Use safety shoes, tight-fitting clothing, goggles/ face shield, ear protectors and a
safety helmet.
2. Do not operate the trimmer when you are tired, sick, upset or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medicine that induces drowsiness.
3. Use extreme caution when handling fuel. Open the tank lid using extreme caution and
relieve the pressure that may have built up in the tank first. Wipe all spillage and move
the trimmer at least 3 metres away from the fuelling station before you start the engine.
3a) Remove all sources of ignition, sparks, flames etc from places where fuel is
mixed, handled or stored.
3b) Do not smoke during the re-fuelling or during the operation of the trimmer.
4. Do not allow anyone other than the operator to approach the grass trimmer during
the start-up or operation of the machine. Animals, pets and bystanders should
maintain a distance of at least 15 metres from the grass trimmer while in operation.
5. Always keep a firm hold on both handles with your fingers placed on one side of the
handle and your thumb on the other side when the engine is on.
6. Keep all body parts away from the wire or the brushwood blade when the engine is on.
7. Always check before turning on the engine that the trimmer wire and the
brushwood blade do not come in contact with any objects.
8. Do not transport the grass trimmer with the engine turned on.
9. Always inspect the grass trimmer before starting the engine. Do not start the engine
if you notice any worn, missing or damaged parts. Never operate a trimmer that is
damaged or incorrectly adjusted or assembled.
10. All service on the trimmer other than the tasks mentioned in the instructions for use
must be performed by qualified personnel.
11. Turn off the trimmer before laying it on the ground.
12. Use extreme caution when you trim short bushes or thick grass, as they can get
stuck in the head of the trimmer.
13. Keep the handles clean, dry and free of any oil or fuel.
14. Operate the trimmer only outdoors or in well-ventilated places. Never start the
engine indoors. The emissions contain carbon monoxide and can potentially be
dangerous if inhaled.
15. Avoid driving the trimmer close to smaller objects that can be thrown. Check if the
area to be trimmed is free of small stones, glass etc before you start.
16. Always stand behind the trimmer if operating on inclined ground. NEVER operate
the trimmer on inclined ground if there is even the smallest risk of losing your
footing, falling or sliding. Keep a firm grip on both handles.
17. Keep the trimmer free of grass and other deposits, especially the protective cover,
the head and the engine of the trimmer.
18. Only allow the trimmer to be operated by responsible adults who have read and
have a thorough understanding of the instructions for use.
19. Use only two-stroke fuel consisting of 2% good quality two-stroke oil (50:1) special
for air-cooled two-stroke engines. The usage of gasoline without oil can lead to
damages in the engine not covered by the guarantee.
20. Do not operate the trimmer without a silencer or a silencing cover.
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