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GASOLINE TILLER
2.2. PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating this machine.
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Avoid inhaling the exhaust gases. This machine produces hazardous gases such as carbon monoxide, which
can cause dizziness, fainting or death.
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Do not use this machine when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating this machine can cause serious personal harm.
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Do not use this machine if any component is damaged.
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Never use the machine with defective guards, or without safety devices.
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Do not modify the machine controls or regulations of the engine speed.
Remove all keys or hand tools from the machine and the work area before starting the machine.
A wrench or tool left near the machine may be touched by a part of the machine in motion and
to project itself causing personal injury.
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Do not exceed yourself. Keep both feet firmly in place on the ground and maintain balance at all times.
Do not use this machine on slopes of more than 15 °. Stay alert when working or moving the machine on
slopes. Be especially careful when changing direction on a slope.
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Hold the machine with both hands on the handlebar and always put your body behind the machine.
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Keep all parts of body away from cutting elements and moving parts when the machine is running. Before
starting the machine, make sure that the cutting element is not in contact with any object. A moment of
carelessness during the performance of the machine may cause your clothing or other part of the body to
be cut by a cutter from the tool.
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If you are an inexperienced user, we recommend first practicing on a flat surface.
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If the machine vibrates abnormally, stop the engine, inspect the machine and look for the possible cause
and repair. If you cannot find the cause of the problem, take the machine to the service technician.
Do not touch the machine’s exhaust pipe while the engine is running or shortly after stopping it
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The exhaust pipe of this machine reaches high temperatures during operation of the engine and maintains
these high temperatures for a few minutes after stopping it.
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Do not leave the machine running unattended. If you have to leave the machine unattended, turn off the
engine, wait for the cutter to stop, and unplug the wire from the spark plug.
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Store idle tools out of the reach of children.
2.2.1. WORK CLOTHING
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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Use this machine with appropriate footwear. Never use this machine barefoot or with sandals or open-
toed shoes.
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When using this machine, wear the following protective equipment:
- Eye and hearing protection
- Anti-slip boots
- Long pants.
The use of additional safety clothing and security measures will reduce the risk of personal injury.
Warning!
The noise caused by this machine can cause hearing damage. Use auditory protection. If you
work with this machine regularly, visit your doctor frequently to check your hearing ability.
Warning!
When working with auditory protection, you must pay more attention to visual signs as the
auditory senses will be weaker. You should always have the following with you:
- Tools.
- Signal tape for the work area.
- Mobile phone (for use in the case of emergency).
