Work Area
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and
dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools
create sparks which many ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a
power tool.
Distractions can cause you to loose control.
Operator Safety
• 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 the tool when you are tired, ill or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Never let a child or inexperience 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 anvil.
• Do not grab or hold the unit by rotating anvil.
• Hold the handles firmly with both hands and make sure to stand
on a firm base or ground.
• Do not touch spark plug or high voltage cord during operation
as it may cause electric shock.
• To avoid burn do not touch those places like engine, muffler
and exhaust. These parts get very hot during use, even after
engine is stopped.
• When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time, so
that you may avoid possible whitefinger disease. This is
caused by vibration.
Tool Safety
• 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.
Fuel Safety
• 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.
• When filling up fuel, stop engine and make sure engine is cool
and choose a well ventillated place where no flamables are
present.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below,
may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
• Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
• Move at least 3m away from fueling site before starting engine.
• Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
• 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 and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors,
switches and furnaces, etc.
Maintenance Safety
• Maintain the tool according to recommended procedures.
• Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
• Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
Use only genuine replacement parts as recommended by
the manufacturer.
Transport and Storage
• 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 transporting 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 tank,
store so fuel will not leak.
• Store tool out of reach of children.
• Clean the unit carefully and store in a dry place.
• Make sure engine switch is off when transporting or storing.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take
care and have a good judgement. Contact your dealer if you
need assistance.
Service
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement
parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock
or injury.
WARNING
Never modify the tool in any way. Do not
use your tool for any job except that for
which it is intended.
WARNING
Antivibration systems do not guarantee that
you will not sustain whitefinger disease or
carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore,
conitinual and regular users should monitor
closely the condition of their hands and
fingers. If any of the above symptoms
appear, seek medical advice immediately.
