CAUTION • PLEASE READ
For safety reasons, it is imperative that you read
these operating instructions before using the
appliance. Serious injuries could result if these
instructions are not followed. You must therefore
dedicate a few minutes to studying your new petrol
scythe and its instructions before each use.
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
Meaning of the safety symbols used
Read the operating instructions
before you operate the machine.
Wear helmet, ear muffs and goggles!
Keep other people out of the danger
area!
Important! Hazard!
Arrows show the correct handle
position – this must not be changed!
Important! Hot surface!
Guaranteed sound power level
conforming to EU Directive
2000/14/EC
Hazard due to objects being thrown
out!
Maximum speed!
Wear gloves in order to protect
hands.
Wear rubber boots or strong shoes
Safety instructions for hand-operated
petrol power scythe
Note
1. Read the directions with due care. Familiarize
yourself with the settings and proper operation of
the machine.
2. Never allow children or other persons who are
not familiar with the operating instructions to use
the petrol power scythe. Contact your local
governmental agency for information regarding
minimum age requirements for operating the
petrol power scythe.
3. Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons -
especially children - or animals.
Warning:
Maintain a safety distance of 15m. If
approached, switch off the appliance
immediately.
Always keep in mind that the machine operator
or user is responsible for accidents involving
other persons and/or their property.
Preliminary measures
1. Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long
trousers when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in
sandals.
2. Check the grounds on which the machine will be
used and remove all objects that could be caught
up and violently flung out.
3. Warning: Petrol is highly flammable! Therefore:
- Only store petrol in containers designed to hold
petroleum-based liquids.
- Only refuel out in the open and do not smoke
during the refueling process.
- Always refuel before starting the engine. Do not
open fuel tank cap and do not refuel when the
engine is running or when the scythe is hot.
- If petrol has overflowed, do not under any
circumstances attempt to start the engine.
Instead, remove the machine from the affected
area. Avoid starting the engine until the petrol
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