15
GB
USE
PROHIBITED USE
WARNING: Avoid kickout which can result in serious injury. Kickout is the sideward or
sudden forward motion of the machine occurring when the blade contacts any object such as a
log or stone, or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw blade in the cut. Contacting a
foreign object can also result in loss of brush cutter control.
WARNING! - Always follow the safety precautions. The brush cutter must only be used to
trim grass material. Cut wood only with an appropriate saw blade. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, or non-wood building materials. Do not use the brush cutter as a lever to lift , move or
break objects, nor lock it on fixed supports. It is forbidden to apply tools or accessories not
recommended
by the manufacturer onto the brush cutter’s power take-off.
WARNING: When using rigid blades, avoid cutting close to fences, building sides, tree
trunks, stones or other such objects that could cause the brush cutter to kick out or could
damageo the blade. We recommend the use of nylon line heads for such jobs. In addition, be
alert to an increased possibility of ricochets in such situations.
WARNING: Never use the brush cutter above ground level or with the cutting attachment
perpendicular to the ground. Never use the brushcutter for cutting grass or trimming hedges.
WARNING: If the blade loosens after being properly tightened, stop work immediately. The
retaining nut may be worn or damaged and should be replaced. Never use unauthorized parts to
secure the blade. If the blade continues to loosen, see your dealer. Never use a brush cutter
with a loose blade.
Work Area Precautions
• Always cut with both feet on solid ground to prevent being pulled off balance.
• Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots,
rocks, branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to move suddenly.
• Do not cut above chest height, as a brush cutter held higher is difficult to control against kickout
forces.
• Do not work near electrical wires. Leave this operation for professionals.
• Cut only when visibility and light are adequate for you to see clearly.
• Do not cut from a ladder, this is extremely dangerous.
• Stop the brush cutter if the blade strikes a foreign object.
Inspect the blade and brush cutter; repair parts as necessary.
• Keep the blade out of dirt and sand. Even a small amount of dirt will quickly dull a blade and increase
the possibility of kickout.
• Stop the engine before setting the brush cutter down.
• Be particularly cautious and alert while wearing hearing protection because such equipment may
restrict your ability to hear sounds indicating danger (calls, signals, warnings, etc).
• Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or uneven ground.
WARNING
: Never use rigid blades when cutting in stony areas. Thrown objects or damaged
blades may result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or bystanders.
Watch out for thrown objects. Always wear appropriate eye protection. Never lean over the cutting
attachment guard.
Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury. Keep
unauthorised persons at a distance. Children, animals, onlookers and helpers should be kept outside
the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches. Never swing the
machine around without first checking behind you to make sure no one is within the safety zone.
Working Techniques
General Working Instructions
WARNING
: This section describes the basic safety precautions for working with clearing saws
and trimmers. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an
expert. Contact your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond
your capability. You must understand the difference between forestry clearing, grass clearing and grass
trimming before use.
