Garland MULE 561 QG, Instruction Manual

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Remove all keys or hand tools from the
machine and the work area before starting
the machine. A wrench or tool left near the
machine may be touched by a part of the machine in
motion and to project itself causing personal injury.
Do not exceed yourself. Keep both feet firmly in place
on the ground and maintain balance at all times. Do
not use this machine on slopes of more than 15 °.
Stay alert when working or moving the machine on
slopes. Be especially careful when changing direction
on a slope.
Hold the machine with both hands on the handlebar
and always put your body behind the machine.
Keep all parts of body away from cutting elements and
moving parts when the machine is running. Before
starting the machine, make sure that the cutting
element is not in contact with any object. A moment of
carelessness during the performance of the machine
may cause your clothing or other part of the body to
be cut by a cutter from the tool.
If you are an inexperienced user, we recommend first
practicing on a flat surface.
If the machine vibrates abnormally, stop the engine,
inspect the machine and look for the possible cause
and repair. If you cannot find the cause of the problem
take the machine to the service technician.
Do not touch the machine’s exhaust pipe
while the engine is running or shortly after
stopping it.
The exhaust pipe of this machine reaches high
temperatures during operation of the engine and
maintains these high temperatures for a few minutes
after stopping it.
Do not leave the machine running unattended. If you
have to leave the machine unattended, turn off the
engine, wait for the cutter to stop, and unplug the wire
from the spark plug.
Store idle tools out of the reach of children.
2.2.1. WORK CLOTHING
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
Use this machine with appropriate footwear. Never use
this machine barefoot or with sandals or open-toed
shoes.
When using this machine, wear the following
protective equipment:
- Eye and hearing protection
- Anti-slip boots
- Long pants.
The use of additional safety clothing and security
measures will reduce the risk of personal injury.
The noise caused by this machine can cause
hearing damage. Use auditory protection.
If you work with this machine regularly, visit your
doctor frequently to check your hearing ability.
Warning! When working with auditory protection,
you must pay more attention to visual signs as the
auditory senses will be weaker.
You should always have the following with you: