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Ensure the tool is switched off completely before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
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Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool
or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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Maintain power tools.
Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool
for operations different from intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
Service
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Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
Additional safety rules for edgers
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible
to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards
may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and
design:
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Contact with the blade.
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Kickback of the edger due to hidden solid objects.
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Blade fracture.
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Catapulting of blade pieces.
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Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
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Do not use blades that are deformed or cracked.
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Do not operate in a hazardous location. Such areas
include where there is a risk of explosion of petrol
fumes, leaking gas or explosive dust.
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Do not operate in a confined area. Exhaust gases,
smoke or fumes could reach dangerous concentrations.
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Protect your tool. This edger is NOT WEATHERPROOF
and should not be exposed to direct sunlight, high
ambient temperature and damp, wet or high humidity
conditions.
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Do not smoke while refuelling. This is potentially dangerous
as it may ignite the fuel and cause an explosion.
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Take care not to spill fuel. When refuelling the edger
ensure that the motor has been switched off. Prevent
the spilling of fuel as this may also ignite with the hot
motor. Never refuel whilst the engine running.
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Be careful where you store the edger. Store the edger in
a dry area away from flammable liquids.
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Keep your distance. The edger emits exhaust fumes.
Ensure bystanders keep a safe distance.
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Ensure you use oil-mix fuel. Ensure that you
mix 40
parts unleaded fuel to 1 part engine grade oil. If not,
the engine will overheat and cause damage to your
edger.
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Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never fill fuel tank when
engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling
fuel tank.
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When making any adjustments to the tool always wait
for the blade to come to a complete stop and turn off
the tool.
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Never attempt to unclog the blade chamber by tapping
the tool on the ground, this can damage the unit.
