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115374027 Rev. 5 5/15/12
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety instructions regarding the
surroundings
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Never allow children to use the machine.
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Ensure no one comes closer than 50 feet
(15 meters) when working.
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Never allow anyone else to use the
machine without first ensuring that they
have understood the contents of the
operator’s manual.
Safety instructions before starting
work
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Inspect the working area. Remove any
objects such as stones, broken glass,
nails, steel wire, string, etc. that can be
thrown or can wrap around the cutting
head or shaft.
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Keep others at a safe distance. Children,
animals, onlookers and helpers should
stand outside of the safety zone of 50
feet (15 meters). Bystanders should be
encouraged to wear safety glasses. Stop
the machine immediately if anyone
should approach.
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Check the entire machine before starting
work. Replace damaged parts. Check for
fuel leakage and that all safety guards
and covers are complete and fastened
securely. Check all nuts and bolts.
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Check the cutting head
for cracks or any other
damage.
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Ensure the trimmer guard
is mounted and not
damaged.
Personal protection
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Always wear boots and
other equipment described
in the “Personal protective
equipment” section.
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Always wear working
clothes and heavy--duty
long pants.
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Never wear loose fitting
clothes or jewelry.
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Persons with long hair
should (for personal safety)
put their hair up.
General safety precautions
IMPORTANT!
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The machine is only designed for trimming
grass.
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The only accessories you can operate
with this engine unit are the cutting at-
tachments we recommend in the “Tech-
nical data” section.
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Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
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Never use the machine if you are tired, if
you have drunk alcohol, or if you are tak-
ing medication that could affect your vi-
sion, your judgment or your coordination.
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Never use the machine in extreme weath-
er conditions such as severe cold, very hot
and/or humid climates.
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Never use a machine that has been modi-
fied in any way from its original specifica-
tion.
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Wear personal protective equipment. See
instructions in the “Personal protective
equipment” section.
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Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry
out the checks, maintenance and service
instructions described in this manual.
Some maintenance and service measures
must be carried out by trained and quali-
fied specialists. See instructions in the
“Maintenance” section.
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All covers and guards must be fitted before
starting. Make sure the spark plug cap and
lead are not damaged. Otherwise you
could get an electric shock.
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The machine operator must ensure that
no people or animals come closer than
50 feet (15 meters) while working.
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Stay clear of spinning line.
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Secure or remove loose clothing or cloth-
ing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tas-
sels, etc. They can be caught in moving
parts.
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Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
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Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
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Always keep the engine on the right hand
side of your body.
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Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
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Keep trimmer head below waist level and
away from all parts of your body. Do not
raise engine above your waist.
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Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. Keep engine be-
low waist level. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach or use from unstable surfaces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, roof-
tops, etc.
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Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
WARNING:
A faulty cutting at-
tachment may increase the risk of
accidents.
Summary of Contents for 128LDX
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Page 21: ...English 21 115374027 Rev 5 5 15 12 Trimmer Head Line Loading Instructions 20i 10i 3 m 6 m ...
Page 22: ...English 22 115374027 Rev 5 5 15 12 Tri Cut 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ...
Page 46: ...French 46 115374027 Rev 5 5 15 12 20i 10i 3 m 6 m Remplacement du fil dans la tête de coupe ...
Page 47: ...French 47 115374027 Rev 5 5 15 12 Tri Cut 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ...
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