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Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or
damaged in any way before using the unit/
machine. Faulty parts may increase the risk of
accidents and may lead to an injury.
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Make sure the cutting attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened.
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Make sure the cutting attachment guard is
properly attached. Do not operate if cutting
attachment guard is not properly attached.
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Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
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Use only accessories as recommended for this
unit/machine by the manufacturer.
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Before operation, make sure that there are no
tools such as the adjustment key or spanner still
attached to the unit.
WARNING
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Never modify the unit/machine in any way.
Do not use your unit/machine for any job
except that for which it is intended.
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Non-authorized
modi
fi
cations
and/or
accessories may result in serious personal
injury or the death of the operator or others.
Fuel safety
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Pour fuel outdoors and where there are no
sparks and
fl
ames.
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Use a container approved for fuel.
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Move at least 10 ft (3 m) away from fueling site
before starting engine.
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Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping
the engine. Do not remove the fuel cap during
operation.
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Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/
machine. It is recommended that the fuel be
emptied after each use. If fuel is left in the tank,
store so fuel will not leak.
WARNING
●
Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or
inhale fumes, so that pay special attention
when handling or
fi
lling fuel.
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Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel
or the unit/machine or while using the unit/
machine and fueling.
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Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
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Store unit/machine and fuel in area where
fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open
fl
ames from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces. etc.
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When using the unit in dry areas, make sure
that
fi
re extinguishing equipment is readily
available.
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If you shut o
ff
the engine for refueling, make
sure the unit has cooled down before adding
fuel.
Cutting safety
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Do not cut any material other than grass and
brush.
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Clear the area to be cut before each use.
Remove objects which can be thrown or become
entangled in the cutting attachment.
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For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol
protection mask when cutting the grass after
insecticide is scattered.
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Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders and helpers outside the 50 ft (15 m)
hazard zone. There is still a risk of injury from
thrown object. Bystanders should be encouraged
to wear eye protection. Stop the engine
immediately if you are approached.
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Please exercise caution as engine startup may
be delayed after pulling the starter handle.
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Always keep the engine on the right side of your
body.
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Hold the unit/machine
fi
rmly with both hands.
○
Keep
fi
rm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
Losing your balance during work may lead to an
injury.
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Keep all parts of your body away from the mu
ffl
er
and cutting attachment when the engine is
running.
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Keep cutting attachment below knee level.
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Please exercise caution when operating in areas
where electrical cables or gas pipes are present.
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Do not operate the cutting attachment for
anything but clearing grass or bushes. Avoid
operations where the cutting attachment may
touch water such as puddles or dig into dirt.
Failure to do so may result in injury or damage to
the unit.
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Avoid prolonged use at low speed range in which
vibration is high. Doing so may result in engine
damage.
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When relocating to a new work area, or
inspecting, adjusting or exchanging the unit’s
cutting attachments, accessories, etc., be sure
to shut o
ff
the machine and ensure that all cutting
attachments are stopped.
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Never place the machine on the ground when
running.
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Never touch the cutting attachment when it is
rotating.
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Always ensure that the engine is shut o
ff
and any
cutting attachments have completely stopped
before clearing debris or removing grass from the
cutting attachment.
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