Gardeo 5411074171995, Original Instructions Manual

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sturdy shoes with a non-slip sole. This protects against
injuries and ensures a good footing.
Daily checkup and maintenance
Before operation, check the machine for loose screws or
missing parts. Pay particular attention to the tightness of
the metal blade or nylon cutting head.
Before operation, always check for clogging of the
cooling air passage and the cylinder fins.
Clean them if necessary.
Perform the following work daily after use:
• Clean the equipment externally and inspect for damage.
• Clean the air filter. When working under extremely dusty
conditions, clean the filter the several times a day.
• Check the blade or the nylon cutting head for damage
and make sure it is firmly mounted.
• Check that there is sufficient difference between idling
and engagement speed to ensure that the cutting tool is
at a standstill while the engine is idling (if necessary
reduce idling speed).
• If under idling conditions the tool should still continue to
run, consult your nearest Authorized Service Agent.
Check the functioning of the I-O switch, the lock-off lever,
the throttle lever, and the lock button.
Starting up the Multi Function Power Head
Please make sure that there are no children or other
people within a working range of 15 meters (50 ft), also
pay attention to any animals in the working
vicinity.
Before use always check the equipment is safe for
operation:
Check the security of the cutting tool, the throttle lever for
easy action and check for proper functioning of the
throttle lever lock.
Rotation of the cutting tool during idling speed is not
allowed. Check with your dealer for adjustment if in doubt.
Check for clean and dry handles and test the function of
the start/stop switch.
Please make sure that there are no children or other
people, also pay attention to any animals in the working
vicinity.
Make sure that the attachment is attached in place, the
control lever for easy action and check for proper
functioning of the lock-off lever.
Motion of the attachment during idling speed is not
allowed. Check with your dealer for adjustment if in doubt.
Check for clean and dry handles and test
the function of the start/stop switch.
Start the Multi Function Power Head only in accordance
with the instructions.
Do not use any other methods for starting the engine!
Use the Multi Function Power Head and the tools only for
such applications as specified.
Only start the Multi Function Power Head engine, after
the entire assembly is done. Operation of the device is
only permitted after all the appropriate accessories are
attached!
Before starting make sure that the attachment has no
contact with hard objects such as branches, stones etc.
as the attachment will revolve when starting.
The engine is to be switched off immediately in case of
any engine problems.
Should the attachment hit stones or other hard objects,
immediately switch off the engine and inspect the
attachment.
Operate the Multi Function Power Head only with the
shoulder strap attached which is to be suitably adjusted
before putting the Multi Function Power Head into
operation. It is essential to adjust the shoulder strap
according to the user size to prevent fatigue occurring
during use. Never hold the cutter with one hand during
use.
During operation always hold the Multi Function Power
Head with both hands.
Always ensure a safe footing.
Operate the Multi Function Power Head in such a manner
as to avoid inhalation of the exhaust gases. Never run the
engine in enclosed rooms (risk of gas poisoning). Carbon
monoxide is an odorless gas.
Switch off the engine when resting and when leaving the
Multi Function
Power Head unattended, and place it in a safe location to
prevent danger to others or damage to the machine.
Never put the hot Multi Function Power Head onto dry