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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Instructions

To ensure correct and safe operation, the user must read, understand and

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follow this instruction manual to assure familiarity with the handling of the

brush cutter. Users insufﬁciently informed will risk danger to themselves as

well as others due to improper handling.
It is recommended only to loan the brush cutter to people who have proven to

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be experienced with brush cutters.
Always hand over the instruction manual.
Use brush cutters with the utmost care and attention.

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First-time users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to familiarize

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oneself with the handling of an engine powered cutter.
Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be allowed to

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operate the brush cutter. Persons over the age of 16 years may however
use the tool for the purpose of being trained only while under the direct

supervision of a qualiﬁed trainer.

Use brush cutters with the utmost care and attention.

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Operate the brush cutter only if you are in good physical condition. Perform

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all work conscientiously and carefully. The user has to accept responsibility
for others.

Never use the brush cutter while under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

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Do not use the unit when you are tired.

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Save these instructions for future referral.

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National regulation can restrict the use of the machine.

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Personal protective equipment

The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate, i.e. it should be

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tight-ﬁtting but not cause hindrance. Do not wear jewelry, clothing or long hair

which could become entangled with bushes or shrubs.
In order to avoid head-, eye-, hand- or foot injuries as well as to protect your

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hearing the following protective equipment and protective clothing must be
used during operation of the brush cutter.
Always wear a helmet when working in the forest. The protective helmet (1)

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is to be checed at regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced at least
every 5 years. Use only approved protective helmets.

The visor (2) of the helmet (or approved goggles) protects the face from ﬂying

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sticks, stones or other object. During operation of the brush cutter always
wear goggles, or a visor to prevent eye injuries.
Wear adequate noise protection equipment to avoid hearing impairment (ear

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muffs (3), ear plugs etc.), especially during extended work periods.

The work overalls (4) protect against ﬂying stones and splinters.

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We strongly recommend that the user wear work overalls.
Special gloves (5) made of thick leather are part of the prescribed equipment

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and must always be worn during operation of the brush cutter.
When using the brush cutter, always wear sturdy shoes (6) with a non-slip

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sole. This protects against injuries and ensures good footing.

Starting up the brush cutter

Please make sure that there are no children or other people within a working

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range of 50 ft. or 15 meters, also pay attention to any animals in the working
vicinity.

Before operating, always check that the brush cutter is safe for

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operation:

Check the security of the cutter blade. Be sure the blade mounting nut is

ﬁrmly secured. The throttle lever should be checked for smooth and easy

action. Check for proper functioning of the throttle lever lock. The cutter blade
must not rotate during idling.
Consult idle adjustment instructions on page 16. Check for clean and dry
handles and test the function of the STOP switch.
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
Before operation, check and follow local; regulations concerning sound level

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and hours of operations.
Only start the brush cutter positioned on the ground.

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Do not start it on the back.

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