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Attachments with chain drive
409001_01 | 12.2020
> both the fuel tank and the device are located outside of flammable
environments. Note that closed, empty fuel tanks may contain
explosive vapours.
Starting the engine
CAUTION
Danger of injury due to rotating tools!
After you have released the throttle trigger, the device will continue
to rotate for a short time (freewheel).
> Before starting the engine, make sure that all protective
housings and protective plates are fitted to the attachment.
> Place the motorised handheld device on the ground so that the
device does not touch any foreign objects.
> Never start the device in a hanging position.
> Keep the device away from your body during work.
> Make sure that no one is in the working area of the device.
Operation
WARNING
Risk of injury due to unsafe standing position!
There is a risk of injury if your standing position is not stable or if
you work overhead.
> Always take a safe and stable position.
> Never work on icy or wet surfaces, as there is a risk of slipping.
> Never work on ladders or in unstable positions.
> While working, hold the device firmly with both hands so that
no parts of the body can approach the chain, the tool head or
the exhaust pipe. Grasp firmly the throttle handle with your
right hand and the front handle with your left hand. This also
applies to left-handed persons.
> Do not hold the device above your head when working and
always use both hands when working.
> Work calmly and carefully with good visibility and adequate
lighting.
Risk of injury!
