DO NOT SMOKE
Do not smoke when using the machine & caution when handling fuel. We recommend you fuel the machine at
least 3 metres away from where you wish to work, in case any spilt fuel ignites when starting the engine.
AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Do not operate near underground electrical cables, telephone lines, pipes or hoses.
USE THE SHOULDER STRAP
Always use a shoulder strap when using the machine. Adjust the harness to a comfortable operating position
before starting. Maintain a firm grip on both handles. Keep your clear of the machine cutting area.
DO NOT OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times when using the machine. Serious injury could occur if the moving
parts are unintentionally contacted. Do not store anything above or near the machine, where anyone might
stand on the machine to reach them.
AVOID INJURY FROM UNEXPECTED ACCIDENT
Keep hands & feet out of the way of all moving parts. Do not place any part of your body or any tool e.g. in the
machine during operation. Do not place any moving parts on the ground during start up.
BLOCKAGES
Do not attempt to remove a blockage from a jammed machine before first switching the engine off.
KICKBACK
The Pruner attachment is supplied with a low KICKBACK chain, however sometimes kick back can occur, so
always hold the unit firmly in two hands. The Kickback danger zone on your Pruner is the upper part of the
nose of the guide bar. Never saw using this part of the guide bar, which poses a significant risk for kickback.
DO NOT FORCE TOOL
Always work within the rated capacity. Do not use machine for a purpose for which it was not intended.
NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED
Do not leave the machine unattended until it has come to a complete stop.
MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE WITH CARE
Clean the machine immediately after use. Keep clean to ensure it operates to its full and safest performance.
When maintaining, only the manufacturer’s original replacement parts. The use of non
-original manufacturer
parts may invalidate your warranty.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Take left over materials & fluids to an authorised collection point or follow the stipulations in the country
where the machine is used. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.
STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT
When not in use, the machine should be stored in a dry location. Keep the machine away from children and
others not qualified to use it.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
Safety alert symbol. Used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
