• Never operate the product from ladders or high
places (such as roofs), it is prohibited and could
result in severe injury.
• Do not use the product unless you are able to call for
help in the event of an accident.
• Watch out for thrown objects. Always wear eye
protection. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up
into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury.
Keep unauthorised persons at a distance. Children,
animals, onlookers and helpers should be kept
outside the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the machine
immediately if anyone approaches.
• Do not operate the product if the exhaust gas outlet
on the engine cover is covered by a wall and/or
some other obstacles. The product could get
damaged. Make sure that the distance is 50 cm or
more from the obstacles during operation.
• Always stop the engine before cleaning.
• Always move the product away from the refueling
area and source before starting. Place the product
on a flat surface.
• The product may only be started in its complete
design. If the product is started without all the guards
fitted there is a risk of personal injuries.
Personal protective equipment
WARNING:
Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Always use approved personal protective equipment
when you use the product. Personal protective
equipment cannot fully prevent injury but it
decreases the degree of injury if an accident does
occur. Let your dealer help you select the right
equipment.
• Use approved hearing protection.
• Use approved eye protection. If you use a visor, you
must also use approved protective goggles.
Approved protective goggles must agree with the
ANSI Z87.1 standard in the USA or EN 166 in EU
countries.
• Use gloves when it is necessary, for example, when
you examine or clean the product.
• Use protective boots, or shoes, with non-slip soles.
• Use clothing made of a strong fabric. Always use
heavy, long pants and long sleeves. Do not use
loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches.
Do not wear jewelry, short pants, open shoes or go
with bare feet. Put your hair up safely above your
shoulders.
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