[2] SAFETY RULES
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1. Make sure all operators study this manual carefully before
using the brush cutter. Do not allow children to use the
brush cutter.
2. When working with the brush cutter, wear suitable clothes.
a) Close fitting protective clothes (do not wear short
trousers or loose clothes)
b) Safety shoes (do not wear sandals and do not work
barefoot)
c) Heavy-duty gloves
d) Safety face shield or goggles
e) Ear protection
Make sure you know how to stop the engine and the blade
in an emergency (see section STARTING AND
STOPPING ENGINE). Never use the brush cutter when
tired, physically indisposed or under the effect of alcohol,
certain medicines or other drugs.
3. Be careful. Prolonged usage of this product may expose
the operator to vibration which can produce Whitefinger
disease (Raynand’s Phenomenon).
Always hold the brush cutter firmly with both hands.
When working, maintain a firm foothold. The brush cutter
must be used exclusively as recommended (see section
SAFETY USAGE).
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4. Do not carry the brush cutter while the engine is running
even for short distances; switch off the engine put the
blade cover on the blade and carry the unit with the
cutting head behind you. When carrying the brush cutter
in a vehicle, secure it to prevent it from moving around.
Always empty the fuel tank before transporting the unit.
Start the brush cutter on a flat surface. When starting the
unit, ensure you have a firm footing. Make sure the blade
or the nylon string head does not touch the ground or any
obstacle.
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5. Do not operate the brush cutter near fire or spilled petrol.
Do not run the engine in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
EXHAUST
GASES
ARE
POISONOUS
WHEN
INHALED. THEY CAN CAUSE SUFFOCATION AND
DEATH.
After refuelling, always wipe off any spilled fuel. Do not
smoke during this operation. Start the engine far away
from the refuelling area and from fuel containers
(minimum distance 3 meters). Do not refuel while the
engine is still running.
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