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General Safety
Carefully read and understand this manual and any label attached to
the tool before use. Keep these instructions with the product for future
reference. Ensure all persons who use this product are fully acquainted
with this manual.
Even when used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk
factors. Use with caution. If you are at all unsure of the correct and safe
manner in which to use this tool, do not attempt to use it.
Keep guards in position
• Always keep guards in position, in good working order, correctly adjusted
and aligned. Never attempt to use a tool if any of the supplied guards are
missing. If any guards are damaged, replace before use.
Remove adjusting keys
• Always check to see that keys and adjusting devices are removed from
the tool before use.
Clean the work area
• Accidents can occur where benches and work areas are cluttered or
dirty, floors must be kept clear, avoid working where the floor is slippery.
If working outdoors, make yourself aware of all potential slip and trip
hazards before using this tool.
Children and pets
• Children and pets should always be kept at a safe distance from your
work area. Lock tools away where children can’t get access to them. Do
not allow children, or untrained persons to use this tool.
Use the correct tool
• Don’t force, or attempt to use a tool for a purpose it was not designed.
• This tool is not intended for industrial use.
Specification
Engine size ...........................................31cc
Fuel ......................................................Unleaded petrol/
2 stroke mix (40:1)
Fuel tank capacity ................................415ml
Spark plug type ....................................RDJ7Y
Spark plug gap ..................................... 0.5mm
Engine power .......................................750W
Idle speed ............................................3200RPM
Maximum engine speed .......................7200RPM
Mulching ratio ......................................10:1
Weighted vibration ...............................15.5m/s
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Sound pressure ....................................95.0dB(A)
Sound power ........................................107.4dB(A)
As part of our ongoing product development, specifications of
Silverline products may alter without notice.
Explanation of Symbols
• Wear breathing protection.
• Wear eye protection.
• Wear hearing protection.
• Wear gloves.
• Product emits poisonous fumes
Wear suitable clothing and footwear
• Don’t wear loose fitting clothing, neckties, jewellery, or other items which
may become caught. Wear non slip footwear, or footwear with protective
toe caps where appropriate. Long hair should be covered or tied back.
Keep your balance
• Don’t over reach, keep proper footing at all times, do not use tools when
standing on an unstable surface.
Accessories
• The use of any attachment or accessory other than those mentioned
in this manual could result in damage or injury. The use of improper
accessories could be dangerous, and may invalidate your warranty.
Never stand on your tool
• Standing on your tool or its stand could cause serious injury if the tool is
tipped, or collapses. Do not store materials above or near the tool so that
it is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to reach them.
Secure work
• Where possible, always secure work. If appropriate use a clamp or vice, it
will allow you to use both hands to operate your tool.
Check for damaged or missing parts
• Before each use, check if any part of the tool is damaged or missing,
check carefully that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check alignment of moving parts for binding. Any guard or other
part that is damaged should be immediately repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
DO NOT USE IF DEFECTIVE.
Internal Combustion Safety
Dangerous environment
• Do not use petrol tools in damp or wet conditions, or expose them to
rain. Provide adequate surrounding work space and keep area well lit.
Do not use petrol tools where there is a risk of explosion or fire from
combustible material, flammable liquids, flammable gases, or dust of an
explosive nature.
Protect yourself from vibration
• Hand held tools may produce vibration. Vibration can cause disease.
Gloves to keep the operator warm may help to maintain good blood
circulation in the fingers. Hand held tools should not be used for long
periods without a break.
Protect your hearing
• Always wear suitable hearing protection when tool noise exceeds 80dB.
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that other people near to
where the tool is to be used are also suitably protected.
Switch off before connecting
• Ensure that the engine is stopped before connecting any accessories to
the tool. If the tool stops unexpectedly make sure that the engine is not
running before attempting to check the tool.
Running in the engine
• When the tool is new only run the engine at moderate speed.
• Do not maintain high engine speed until the engine is fully run in.
• The engine will not be capable of developing maximum power until the
end of the running in period.
• When first using the tool, stop and make sure that all nuts and screws
are securely fastened and tighten them as necessary.
• Do not use fuels containing methanol, or ethanol, as these may cause
internal damage to the fuel tank, and fuel lines.
Servicing
• It is recommended that you get your tool serviced shortly after its first
use.
• In normal use, have the tool serviced regularly.
• Do not attempt to alter any of the components of this tool. To do so
would not only invalidate your guarantee, but may also result in injury to
yourself, or others around you.
• Always have your tool serviced at an authorised service centre.