Nakayama 016892, Manual

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metres between the operator and other persons
or animals when mowing down to the ground.
• When mowing on a slope, always stand at a
lower level than the cutting tool. Never cut or
trim on an icy, slippery hill or slope.
• Any modifications to the product may risk
personal safety and void the manufacturer's
warranty.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance if it is damaged or if
there are visible defects.Use and handling
• Use the appliance only for its intended purpose:
cutting grass, mowing, pruning branches, cutting
and trimming hedges and bushes.
• Do not use the appliance for extended periods;
take regular breaks.
• Ensure that screws and connecting elements are
firmly tightened. Never operate the appliance if it
is not correctly adjusted, incomplete or if it is not
properly assembled.
• Open the fuel tank slowly in order to allow any
pressure which may have built up in the tank to
dissipate. To prevent the risk of fire, move at least
3 metres away from the refuelling area before
starting the appliance.
• Guide the strimmer to the desired height. Avoid
contact with small objects (e.g. stones) when
using the strimmer.
• Always hold the strimmer on the ground when
the appliance is in operation.
• Do not use the appliance unless the appropriate
protective guard has been installed and is in
good condition.
• Do not use any other cutting tools. For your
safety, only use the accessories and additional
devices that are indicated in the operating
instructions. The use of parts other than those
recommended in the operating instructions, or
other accessories, can put you at risk of injury.
• Always trim and cut using the high speed range.
Do not let the engine run at a low speed when
starting to mow or trim.
• When starting and operating the appliance,
ensure that it does not come into contact with
the ground, stones, wire or other foreign mater-
ial. Switch off the appliance before you put it
down.
• Switch off the appliance before you put it away.
• Always turn the engine off before working on
the cutting tool.Operational safety instructions
for the cutting bladePreparation
• The cutting blade flings objects and soil with
great force. These can blind or cause other
injuries. Wear eye, face and leg protection. Always
remove objects from the work area before using
the cutting blade.
• The cutting blade continues running after the
throttle lever has been released. A running-down
cutting blade can inflict cuts to yourself or other
people standing nearby. Turn the engine off and
make sure that the cutting blade has come to a
complete stop before performing any work on
the cutting blade.Personal safety
• The appliance can blind and cause injuries to
bystanders. Maintain a minimum distance of 15
metres in all directions between the appliance
and other people or animals.Use and handling
• Do not use the appliance if any of the cutting
blade accessories have not been properly
installed.
• The cutting blade can kick back from objects
with force. This can cause injuries to your arms
and legs. If the appliance comes into contact
with a foreign body, immediately shut down the
engine and wait until the cutting blade has come
to a complete stop. Check the cutting blade for
damage. Always replace the cutting blade if it is
bent or cracked.
Safety equipment
The relevant plastic protective guard for the
cutting blade or filament operation must be
installed when working with the appliance in
order to prevent objects from being flung away.
WARNING!
• Never mow/trim while other individuals,
especially children or animals, are in the vicinity.
• Maintain a safety distance of 15 m. Turn off the
appliance immedi-ately if this distance is not
maintained.
CAUTION! RISK OF POISONING!
• Exhaust gases, fuels and lubricants are toxic.
Exhaust gases must never be inhaled.