E&OE
©2017 MTM
Safety
Safety messages are designed to alert you to possible dangers or hazards that could cause death, injury or
equipment or property damage if not understood or followed. Safety messages have the following symbols:
You WILL be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY INJURED if you
do not follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY INJURED if you
do not follow instructions.
You CAN be INJURED if you
do not follow instructions or
equipment damage may occur.
It is vital that you read and understand
this user manual before using the product,
including safety warnings, and any
assembly and operating instructions.
Keep the manual for future reference.
Safety precautions and recommendations
detailed here must be fully understood
and followed to reduce the risk of injury,
fire, explosion, electrical hazard, and/or
property damage.
Safety information presented here is
generic in nature
– some advice may not
be applicable to every product. The term
"equipment" refers to the product, be it
electrical mains powered, battery powered
or combustion engine powered.
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Before Use
- If you are not familiar with
the safe operation/handling of the
equipment, or are in any way unsure of
any aspect of suitability or correct use
for your application, you should
complete training conducted by a
person or organization qualified in safe
use and operation of this equipment,
including fuel/electrical handling and
safety.
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Do NOT operate the equipment in
flammable or explosive environments,
such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. The equipment
may create sparks or heat that may
ignite flammable substances.
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Keep clear of moving parts.
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Equipment may be a potential source of
electric shock or injury if misused.
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Do NOT operate the equipment if it is
damaged, malfunctioning or is in an
excessively worn state.
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Do NOT allow others to use the
equipment unless they have read this
manual and are adequately trained.
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Keep packaging away from children -
risk of suffocation! Operators must use
the equipment correctly. When using
the equipment, consider conditions and
pay due care to persons and property.
General Work Area Safety
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Work areas should be clean and well it.
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Do not operate the equipment if
bystanders, animals etc are within
operating range of the equipment or the
general work area.
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If devices are provided for connecting
dust extraction / collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and used
properly. Dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
General Personal Safety
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Wear appropriate protective equipment
when operating, servicing, or when in
the operating area of the equipment to
help protect from eye and ear injury,
poisoning, burns, cutting and crush
injuries. Protective equipment such as
safety goggles, respirators, non-slip
safety footwear, hard hat, hearing
protection etc should be used for
appropriate equipment / conditions.
Other people nearby should also wear
appropriate personal protective
equipment. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery, which can be caught in
moving parts. Keep hair and clothing
away from the equipment.
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Stay alert and use common sense
when operating the equipment. Do not
over-reach. Always maintain secure
footing and balance.
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Do not use the equipment if tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
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This equipment is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities.
General Fuel Safety
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Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely
flammable
– keep clear of naked flames
or other ignition sources.
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Do not spill fuel. If you spill fuel, wipe it
off the equipment immediately
– if fuel
gets on your clothing, change clothing.
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Do NOT smoke near fuel or when
refuelling.
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Always shut off the engine before
refuelling.
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Do NOT refuel a hot engine.
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Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any
pressure build-up in the tank to release
slowly.
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Always refuel in well ventilated areas.
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Always check for fuel leakage. If fuel
leakage is found, do not start or run the
engine until all leaks are fixed.
General Carbon-Monoxide Safety
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Using a combustion engine indoors
CAN KILL IN MINUTES
. Engine
exhaust contains carbon-monoxide
– a
poison you cannot smell or see.
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Use combustion engines OUTSIDE
only, and far away from windows, doors
and vents.
General Equipment Use and Care
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The equipment is designed for
domestic use only.
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Handle the equipment safely and
carefully.
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Before use, inspect the equipment for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, loose components, damage or
any other condition that may affect its
operation. If damaged, have the
equipment repaired by an authorised
service centre or technician before use.
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Prevent unintentional starting of the
equipment - ensure equipment and
power switches are in the OFF position
before connecting or moving
equipment. Do not carry equipment
with hands or fingers touching any
controls. Remove any tools or other
items that are not a part of the
equipment from it before starting or
switching on.
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Do not force the equipment. Use the
correct equipment for your application.
Equipment will perform better and be
safer when used within its design and
usage parameters.
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Use the equipment and accessories
etc. in accordance with these
instructions, considering working
conditions and the work to be
performed. Using the equipment for
operations different from those
intended could result in hazardous
situations.
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Always keep equipment components
(engines, hoses, handles, controls,
frames, housings, guards etc) and
accessories (cutting tools, nozzles, bits
etc) properly maintained. Keep the
equipment clean and, where
applicable, properly lubricated.
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Store the equipment out of reach of
children or untrained persons. To avoid
burns or fire hazards, let the equipment
cool completely before transporting or
storing. Never place or store the
equipment near flammable materials,
combustible gases or liquids etc.
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The equipment is not weather-proof,
and should not be stored in direct
sunlight, at high ambient temperatures
or locations that are damp or humid.
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Do not clean equipment with solvents,
flammable liquids or harsh abrasives.
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For specific equipment safety use and
care, see Equipment Safety.
