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approved clothing. The use of protective clothing does not eliminate injury risks, but reduces the injury effects in case
of accident. Consult your trusted supplier to choose equipment in compliance with legislation. The clothing must be
proper and not an obstacle. Wear adherent anti-cut clothing. Protective jackets and dungarees are ideal. Do not wear
clothes, scarves, ties or bracelets that can stuck into twigs. Tie up and protect long hair (example with foulards,
cap,helmets, etc.). Safety shoes or boots having skid-proof sole and anti-piercing insert. Wear protective helmet in
places where there can be falling objects. Wear protective goggles or face screens. Use protections against noises:for
example noise reduction ear guards or earplugs.The use of protections for the ear requests much more attention and
caution, because the perception of danger audio signals(screaming, alarms, etc.) is limited. Wear gloves.
• Only loan your earth auger to expert users who are completely familiar with earth auger operation and correct use.
Give other users the manual with operating instructions, which they have to read before using the earth auger.
• Check the earth auger each day to ensure that each device,whether for safety or otherwise, is functional.
• Never use a damaged, modified, or improperly repaired or assembled earth auger. Do not remove, damage or
deactivate any of the safety devices. Always replace bit immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise
removed.
• Carefully plan your working operation in advance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure
footing.
• All earth auger service, other than the operations shown in the present manual, have to be performed by competent
