or when the engine is hot. DO NOT operate the machine with known leaks
o
n
the fuel system.
2.5.5.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
2.5.6.
NEVER over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 12.5mm (1/2”) below the
bottom of the filler neck to provide space for expansion as the heat of the
engine can cause fuel to expand.
2.5.7.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely and wipe up spilt fuel.
NEVER operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
2.5.8.
NEVER operate the machine without good visibility or light.
2.5.9.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. If fuel is spilt, DO NOT
attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of
spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapours have
dissipated.
2.5.10.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose.
2.5.11.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from sparks, open
flames or other sources of ignition.
2.5.12.
NEVER store fuel or machine with fuel in the tank inside a building where
fumes may reach a spark, open flame, or other sources of ignition, such as a
water heater, furnace, clothes dryer and the like. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
2.
6
.1.
Position the machine in such a way that it cannot move during maintenance,
cleaning, adjustment, assembly of accessories or spare parts, as well as under
storage.
2.
6
.
2
.
DO NOT force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The
correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
2.
6.3
.
DO NOT change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The
governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
2.
6
.
4
.
DO NOT run the engine at a high speed when you are not working.
2.
6.7
.
DO NOT put hands or feet near rotating parts.
2.
6
.
8
.
This machine has two rotating cutting knives capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects. You MUST keep hands and feet out of openings
while machine is running. Failure to observe these safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
2.
6
.
9
.
Avoid contact with hot fuel, oil, exhaust fumes and hot surfaces. DO NOT
touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation.
They remain hot for a short time after you turn off the unit. Allow the engine to
cool before doing maintenance or making adjustments.
2.
6.10
.
If the machine should start to make an unusual noise or vibration,
immediately shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, and check for
the cause. Unusual noise or vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
2.
6
.
11
.
Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer. Failure
to do so can result in personal injury.
2.
6.12
.
Maintain the machine. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the machine’s
2.
6
. Machine use and care.
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