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To do a check of the muffler
WARNING: Bear in mind that the exhaust
fumes from the engine are hot and may
contain sparks which can start a fire. Never
start the product indoors or near
combustible material!
WARNING: Never use the product indoors
or in spaces lacking proper ventilation.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless, poisonous and highly dangerous
gas.
WARNING: Never use a product with a
faulty muffler.
The muffler keeps noise levels to a minimum and sends
exhaust fumes away from the operator.
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Do a visual check for damage and deformation.
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Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to
the product.
Fuel Safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
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Never start the product if you spill fuel on it. Wipe the
spillage of and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.
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Never start the product if you spill fuel on yourself or
your clothes. Change your clothes and wash any
part of your body that has come in contact with fuel.
Use soap and water.
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Never start the product if the product is leaking fuel.
Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel
lines.
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Always put the product on a flat surface and make
sure the cutting attachment cannot come in contact
with any object while you add fuel.
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Take care when handling fuel. Bear in mind the risk
off fire, explosion and inhaling fumes.
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Observe caution when handling fuel and make sure
there is adequate ventilation. Fuel and fuel fumes
are highly inflammable and can cause serious injury
when inhaled or allowed to come in contact with the
skin.
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Mix and pour fuel outdoors, where there are no
sparks or flames.
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Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel.
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Always stop the engine and let it cool off for a few
minutes before you refuel.
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Open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess
pressure is released gently when you refuel.
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Tighten the fuel cap carefully after you refueled.
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Clean the area around the fuel cap. Contamination in
the tank can cause operating problems.
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Always move the product 3m (10ft) or further from
the refuelling area and source before starting.
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
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Only use cutting attachments with the guards we
recommend.
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Always stop the engine before you do any work on
the cutting attachment. The cutting attachment
continues to rotate even after the throttle has been
released. Ensure that the cutting attachment has
stopped completely and disconnect the spark plug
before you start to work on it.
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A faulty cutting attachment may increase the risk of
accidents.
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Make sure that the trimmer cord is wound tightly and
evenly around the drum, otherwise the product will
generate harmful vibration.