Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.
Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and
gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry,
short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair
so it is above shoulder length.
Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
Never let a child or inexperienced person
operate the machine.
Wear hearing protection.
Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can
kill.
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
Keep hands away from drilling equipment.
Do not grab or hold the unit by the drilling
equipment.
When the unit is turned off, make sure the
drilling attachment has stopped before the unit
is set down.
When operation is prolonged, take a break
from time to time so that you may avoid
possible whitefinger disease which is caused
by vibration.
Inspect the entire tool before each use.
Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks
and make sure all fasteners are in place and
securely fastened.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or
damaged in any way before using the tool.
Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
Use only accessories as recommended for this
tool by the manufacturer.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool.
Especially in case of over three month
storage, it is essential otherwise fuel may
corrode causing carburetor damage. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after
each use. If fuel is left in the tank, store so
fuel will not leak.
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
Use a container approved for fuel.
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the tool or while using the tool.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
Move at least 3 m away from fueling site
before starting engine.
Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
Store tool and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
Do not drill any material other than that for
which it is intended.
Inspect the area to be drilled before each use.
Remove objects which can be thrown or
become entangled.
For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol
protection mask when drilling the area after
insecticide is scattered.
Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders and helpers outside the 5 m
hazard zone. Stop the engine immediately if
you are approached.
Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach.
Keep all parts of your body away from the
muffler and drilling attachment when the
engine is running.
Maintain the tool according to recommended
procedures.
Disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjust-
ments.
Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
Use only genuine replacement parts as
recommended by the manufacturer.
Carry the tool by hand with the engine stopped
and the muffler away from your body.
Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank,
and secure the tool before storing or trans-
porting in a vehicle.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. It
is recommended that the fuel be emptied after
each use. If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel
will not leak.
Store tool out of the reach of children.
Clean the unit carefully and store it in a dry
place.
Make sure engine switch is off when trans-
porting or storing.
When transporting in a vehicle, cover bit with
bit cover or rug.
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2. Warnings and safety instructions.
Operator safety
Tool safety
Fuel safety
NOTE!
WARNING!
Never modify the tool in any way. Do not use
your drilling tool for any job except that for which
it is intended.
WARNING!
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal
injury or loss of life, if instructions are not
En
Maintenance safety
Drilling safety
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, take care and use common sense.
Contact your dealer if you need assistance.
Pay special attention to statements preceded by
the following words:
WARNING!
Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you
will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal
tunnel syndrome. Therefore, continual and
regular users should monitor closely the
condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the
above symptoms appear, seek medical advice
immediately.
Transport and storage
tfollowed.
CAUTION!
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or
equipment damage if instructions are not
followed.
NOTE!
Helpful information for correct function and use.
