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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Operator safety
○
Always wear head protection with full face shield to help protect
against falling branches and debris.
○
Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated against electrical
current.
○
Gloves should be used when sharpening blades.
○
Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear
loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.
Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
○
Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill or under the
in
fl
uence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
○
Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the machine.
○
Wear hearing protection. Pay attention to your surroundings.
Be aware of any bystanders who may be signaling a problem.
Remove safety equipment immediately upon shutting o
ff
engine.
○
Wear head protection.
○
Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
○
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
○
Keep hands away from cutting equipment.
○
Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting equipment.
○
When the unit is turned o
ff
, make sure the cutting attachment
has stopped before the unit is set down.
○
When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time
so that you may avoid possible Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
(HAVS) which is caused by vibration.
○
The operator must obey the local regulations of cutting area.
WARNING
○
Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel syndrome.
Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely
the condition of their hands and
fi
ngers. If any symptoms of the
above appear, seek medical advice immediately.
○
If you are using any medical electric / electronic devices such
as a pacemaker, consult your physician as well as the device
manufacturer prior to operating any power equipment.
Unit / machine safety
○
Inspect the entire unit / machine before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners
are in place and securely tightened.
○
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way
before using the unit / machine.
○
Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
○
Use only accessories as recommended for this unit / machine by
the manufacturer.
○
Never let the blade strike any obstacle.
If the blade makes contact, the machine should be stopped and
checked carefully.
○
All unit service, other than the items listed in the operator's /
owner's manual, should be performed by Hitachi Authorized
Service Centers. (For example, if improper tools are used to
remove the
fl
ywheel or if an improper tool is used to hold the
fl
ywheel in order to remove the clutch, structural damage to the
fl
ywheel could occur and could subsequently cause the
fl
ywheel
to burst.)
WARNING
Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not use your unit /
machine for any job except that for which it is intended.
Fuel safety
○
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or
fl
ames.
○
Use a container approved for fuel.
○
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit/machine or
while using the unit / machine.
○
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
○
Move at least 3 m away from fueling site before starting engine.
○
Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
○
Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/machine. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
○
Store unit / machine and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open
fl
ames from water heaters, electric motors
or switches, furnaces. etc.
WARNING
Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or inhale fumes, so that pay
special attention when handling or
fi
lling fuel.
Cutting safety
○
Do not cut any material other than leaves or small brunches
objects.
○
For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection mask
when cutting the leaves after insecticide has been applied.
○
Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and helpers
outside the 15 m hazard zone. Stop the engine immediately if
you are approached.
○
Hold the unit / machine
fi
rmly with both hands.
○
Keep
fi
rm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
○
Keep all parts of your body away from the mu
ffl
er and cutting
attachment when the engine is running.
○
Before pruning leaves, the operator must be accustomed to
techniques of the machine.
○
Be sure to pre-plan a safe exit from falling objects.
○
While cutting, hold the machine
fi
rmly with both hands with
thumb
fi
rmly locked around front handle, and stand with feet well
balanced and your body balanced.
○
When relocating to a new work area, be sure to shut o
ff
the
machine and ensure that all cutting attachments are stopped.
○
Never place the machine on the ground when running.
○
Always ensure that the engine is shut o
ff
and any cutting
attachments have completely stopped before clearing debris or
removing grass from the cutting attachment.
○
Always carry a
fi
rst-aid kit when operating any power equipment.
○
Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building
and/or near in
fl
ammable liquids. Breathing exhaust fumes can
kill.
Maintenance safety
○
Maintain the unit/machine according to recommended
procedures.
○
Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
○
Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
○
Use only genuine Hitachi replacement parts as recommended
by the manufacturer.
CAUTION
Do not disassemble the recoil starter. You may get a possibility
of personal injury with recoil spring.
Transport and storage
○
Carry the unit / machine by hand with the engine stopped and the
mu
ffl
er away from your body.
○
Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the
unit / machine before storing or transporting in a vehicle.
○
Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit / machine. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
○
Store unit / machine out of the reach of children.
○
Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it in a dry place.
○
Make sure engine switch is o
ff
when transporting or storing.
○
When transporting in a vehicle or storage, cover blade with
blade cover.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take care
and use common sense. Contact Hitachi Authorized Service
Centers if you need assistance. Pay special attention to statements
preceded by the following words:
WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of
life, if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage, if
instructions are not followed.
NOTE
Helpful information for correct function and use.
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