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- If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally: find and remove the cause of the vibration
immediately;
- When the machine is not in use.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Routine maintenance is essential for safety and for maintaining a high performance level.
2) Do not store the machine with fuel in the tank in an area where the fuel vapors could reach an
open flame, a spark or a strong heat source.
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
4) To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, exhaust silencer and fuel storage area free from
sawdust, branches, leaves, or excessive grease; never leave containers with the cut debris
inside the storage area.
5) If the fuel tank has to be emptied, this should be done outdoors once the engine has cooled down.
6) Always wear protective gloves when handling the cutting device.
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) For safety reasons, never use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
Damaged parts
are to be replaced and never repaired. Only use original spare parts. Parts that are not of the
same quality can seriously damage the equipment and compromise safety. The cutting tools
must always bear the manufacturer's trademark as well as a reference to the maximum working
speed.
8) Before putting the machine away, check you have removed wrenches or tools used for
maintenance.
9) Store the machine out of the reach of children!
E) TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING
1) Whenever the machine is to be handled or transported you must:
- turn off the engine, wait for the cutting device to stop and disconnect the spark plug cap;
- Only hold the machine using the handles and position the cutting device in the opposite
direction to that used during operation.
2) When using a vehicle to transport the machine, position it so that it can cause no danger to
persons and fasten it firmly in place to avoid it from tipping over, which may cause damage or
fuel spillage.
