reached the minimum age for using this tool and people
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication
are not allowed to use the tool. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
WARNING! The consumption of
alcohol, medication and drugs, plus
states of illness, fever and fatigue will
affect your ability to react. Do not use
this tool in any of these situations.
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Make sure that all the protective devices (if present)
are fitted and are in good condition.
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Never operate the tool with defective safety devices
or guards (if present), or without safety devices in place.
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Inspect the entire tool to look for loose parts (e.g.
nuts, bolts, screws, etc.) and for any damage. Check
at frequent intervals if screws and bolts (if present) are
properly tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition. Repair or replace them, if necessary, before
using the tool. Serious injury to the operator and to the
bystanders could result if there’s any damage to the tool.
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While using the tool, dress properly. Do not
wear loose clothing or jewelery that could become
caught by the tool. Wear suitable working clothes. It is
recommended that legs and feet are covered, to protect
them from eventual flying debris. Do not work barefoot
or wearing open sandals. Long air should be tided back.
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Keep handles and grips dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.
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Use proper protective equipment. Use safety
glasses and safety gloves. Also use a dust mask during
pulverulent operations or if exhaust gases are present.
When necessary, use also non-slipping boots or shoes,
hardhat and earplugs. If the noise level exceeds 85
dB(A), ear protection is obligatory.
WARNING! Use personal protective
equipment! Safety devices and
personal protective equipment
protect your own health and the
health of others and ensure a trouble-
free operation of the tool.
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Do not start to use the tool if it is in an inverted
position or it is not in the right working order.
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Ensure that you have a good stand, while you
operate with the tool. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
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Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite
injuries. Before use, all foreign bodies must be removed
from the working area, also pay attention to foreign
objects during operation.
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Do not force the tool.
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Only work in daylight or sufficiently good artificial
light. Never operate the tool without good visibility.
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Be careful not to drop the tool or hit it against
obstacles.
ATTENTION! Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Distraction can cause you to lose control. Use
common sense.
Diesel engine safety rules
WARNING! Use gasoline is prohibited.
Petrol is volatile, it can cause
explosion or uncontrolled fire.
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Store fuel in containers specifically designed for
this purpose.
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Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while doing
this operation.
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Add fuel before starting the engine.
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Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel
while the engine is running or when the engine is still
hot.
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Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
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Do not run the engine indoor or in a confined space:
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
WARNING! Exhaust contains
poisonous carbon monoxide, a
colourless and odourless gas.
Breathing exhaust can cause loss of
consciousness and may lead to death.
Provide an adequate ventilation to
keep exhaust gas level as low as
possible.
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Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame
or spark.
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To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free of
vegetative material and excessive grease.
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The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite
some materials. Keep flammable materials away from
the device.
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Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before starting
the machine.
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