North Star 163cc, Owner'S Manual

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Specific Operation Warnings
To avoid fatal accident
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Stop the engine before refueling and be careful not to spill fuel during the refueling. Spilled fuel
may ignite causing a fire.
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Do not refuel the engine near flammable objects to avoid fire.
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Do not run the engine in enclosed areas to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
To protect the operator
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When fatigue from operation, the operator must stop the machine and take break.
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Hearing protection is required as this machine creates a noise emission while 1 m (3 feet) away
from the equipment.
To avoid injury or damage
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The power trowel is only operated by authorized persons who:
are at least 18 years of age.
are physically and mentally able to operate the power trowel.
are properly trained in the operation and the maintenance of the power trowel by the owner or
its authorized representative.
are assessed to be able to carry out their duties reliably.
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People who are drinking alcohol beverages and/or taking drugs are not allowed to operate the
power trowel.
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People are not allowed to enter into the danger zone of the power trowel.
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The operator has to monitor the danger zone all the time. It is not allowed to operate if there is a
person in the danger zone.
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The operator has to give warning signs in case of an emergency situation.
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The power trowel can only be operated when the adequate stability is granted.
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The operator has to control the running speed of the power trowel all the time during its operation
so that the machine can be stopped at any time.
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The operator must turn off the power trowel completely as described in this manual before leaving
the operating position. Also, the power trowel must be secured against unauthorized use.
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The engine has to be turned off and secured against re-starting by pulling out the sparking plug
socket during the maintenance and servicing.
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The operator has to control the power trowel as regards functions and obvious defects before
use.
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Discovered defects must be reported to supervising personnel and to the operator. Do not leave
the defects which may cause serious injury of the operator.
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Do not operate the power trowel when a defect endangers the safety of the operator until the
defect is rectified.
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The power trowel has to be checked by an expert in regular bases (at least once a year). And it
must be checked by an expert before the initial use and after the essential modification.
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The power trowel generates mechanical heat so do not touch the body of engine, muffler or other
parts during the operation, which may cause heat burn. Please wait until it cools down to touch.
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The operator must be fully equipped with safety equipment including a crash helmet, safety