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8. PREPARING THE HEDGE TRIMMER
8.1 TRAINING
a) Become familiar with the owner’s manual before attempting to operate the equipment.
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine. Local
regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
c) Never work while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
d) keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
e) Major repair work shall be carried out only by specifically trained personnel.
8.2 PREPARATION
a) This hedge trimmer can cause serious injuries.
Read the instructions carefully for the
correct handling, preparation, maintenance, starting and stopping of the hedge trimmer.
Become familiar with all controls and the proper use of the hedge trimmer.
b) Never allow children to use the hedge trimmer.
c) Beware of overhead power lines.
d) Avoid operating while people, especially children, are nearby.
e) Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, which can be caught in moving
parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear and safety glasses is recommended.
f) Use extra care when handling fuels. They are flammable and the vapours are explosive.
The following points should be observed.
− Only use fresh, clean and good quality fuel/oil mix in the hedge trimmer.
– Use only an approved container.
− Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the power source running. Allow engine and
exhaust components to cool down before refuelling.
− Do not smoke.
− Never refuel indoors.
− Never store the hedge trimmer or fuel container inside where there is an open flame,
such as near a water heater.
− If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the hedge trimmer, but move the hedge
trimmer away from the spillage before starting.
– Always replace and securely tighten the fuel cap after refuelling.
− If the fuel tank is drained, this should be done outdoors.
g) If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object or the hedge trimmer starts making any
unusual noise or vibration, shut off the power source and allow the hedge trimmer to stop.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and take the following steps:
− inspect for damage;
− check for, and tighten, any loose parts;
− have any damaged parts replaced or repaired with parts having equivalent specifications
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