User Manual
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Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property stakes, or
other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a
slip-and-fall accident.
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Allow engine to cool down before storing in any
enclosure.
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To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine, silencer, and
petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, and excessive
grease.
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If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
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Disconnect the spark plug wire before making any
adjustment, transporting, or storing the product. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the product accidentally.
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The product is noisy and permanent hearing loss
or damage may result if precautions to limit your
exposure, reduce noise, and wear hearing protection
are not strictly adhered to.
SERVICE
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Service on the product must be performed by qualified
repair personnel only. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in a
risk of injury to the user, or damage to the product.
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When servicing, use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts. Use of unauthorised parts may
create a risk of serious injury to the user, or damage
to the product.
NOTE:
Only perform the tasks listed in this manual. For
other service or repair, bring the product to an authorised
service centre.
Save this manual for future reference. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct others who may use
the product. If you loan the product to someone, loan them
these instructions also.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:
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Injury caused by vibration
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Always use the right tool for the job. Use designated
handles and restrict working time and exposure.
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Injury caused by noise
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Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury. Wear
ear protection and limit exposure.
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Injury from contact with the blades
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Injury caused by thrown objects
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome.
Symptoms may include tingling, numbness, and blanching
of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold.
Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet,
smoking, and work practices are all thought to contribute to
the development of these symptoms. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the
effects of vibration:
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Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
the product, wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
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After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
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Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on the product.
Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
product better and safer.
Precautions that involve your safety.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must
read and understand operator’s manual
before using this product.
To avoid injury, stay away from moving
parts at all times.
Danger! Keep hands and feet away.
Danger of Ricochet. Keep all
bystanders at least 15 m away.
Before performing maintenance,
remove the spark plug socket.
STOP
Remove objects that could be thrown by
the rotating blade.
Keep bystanders at a safe distance
away from the product.
