Honda UMS425E, Руководство пользователя

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2 EN
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All the parts of your machine are potentially hazardous if it is used
incorrectly or if it is not properly maintained. Special attention should
be paid to sections preceded by the following words:
Warns against a risk of serious bodily injury or fatal accident if
instructions are not complied with.
CAUTION:
• Warns against a risk of bodily injury or equipment damage if
instructions are not complied with.
NOTE : Indicates a source of useful information.
This symbol warns you to be especially careful when
performing specific operations. See the safety
instructions on the following pages with reference to
the point or points indicated in the box.
TRAINING
A1. Carefully read the instructions in this manual. Before using your
grass trimmer, familiarize yourself with how to use it correctly
and with its controls. Make sure you know how to stop the
engine quickly.
A2. Use the grass trimmer for its intended purpose, i.e.:
- Cutting grass with the flexible cutting means along flower
beds, shrubberies, walls, fences or lawns and to finish borders
after mowing with a lawnmower.
- Using it for any other purpose could be dangerous or result in
damage to the machine.
A3. Do not allow children or anyone unfamiliar with the instructions
to use the grass trimmer. Local legislation may stipulate
operator age restrictions.
A4. Do not use the grass trimmer in the following circumstances:
- When there are people, especially children, or pets nearby.
Comply with the safety perimeter of at least 15 m (49 ft)
between the machine and anyone who may be in the vicinity.
The grass trimmer is to be operated by one person only.
- Never use the machine in cases of fatigue or illness of the user,
or after consumption of medications, drugs, alcohol or
dangerous substances which might interfere with his ability
regarding reflexes and concentration.
Never operate the machine if there is a risk of adverse weather
such as lightning or a storm, stop operation.
- If the machine is used with a flexible cutting means, make sure
the line cutter is correctly fitted to ensure correct line length.
- If safety devices such as the cutting attachment guard are
missing or if the guard is damaged.
A5. Never attempt to modify the brushcutter. It can cause an
accident as well as damage to the brushcutter and appliances.
Tampering with the engine voids the EU type-approval of this
engine.
- Do not connect an extension to the muffler.
- Do not modify the intake system.
A6. Remember that the owner or operator is responsible for any
accidents or risks to third parties and their property.
A7. The brushcutter is equipped with safety devices that must never
be modified or removed, otherwise the warranty may be void
and the manufacturer released from any liability. Always check
that the safety devices work before using the machine.
PREPARATION
B1. When using the machine, always wear safety shoes that are
strong and non-slip and long trousers. Do not use the machine
with bare feet or wearing open shoes.
Avoid wearing chains, bracelets or baggy clothes with loose
parts or with lacing or neck ties. Long hair must be tied back.
Always wear an anti-noise helmet.
B2. Make a thorough inspection of the area to be cleared and
remove any objects which could be thrown up by the machine
(stones, pieces of wood, wire, bones, etc.).
B3. WARNING: DANGER!
Petrol is extremely flammable.
- Store fuel in specially designed containers.
- Refuel the machine outdoors only, with the engine switched
off. Do not smoke during refuelling or while handling fuel.
- Never remove the fuel filler cap or fill up the fuel tank when the
engine is running or while it is still hot.
- Do not start the engine in the presence of spilled fuel. Move
the grass trimmer away from the area and avoid creating any
source of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and vapours
have dispersed. Make sure that the caps are securely fitted on
the fuel tank and on the fuel can.
B4. Replace faulty exhaust mufflers.
B5. Each time the machine is used, before starting, perform a
general inspection and check, in particular, all attachments,
cutting assemblies, deflectors and mounting bolts to make sure
that they are not worn, damaged or loose. Always check that the
gas throttle trigger and the Stop button operate correctly.
Make sure the machine is in perfect condition for safe operation:
- Make no changes to the control and safety devices.
- Check the tightness of the fuel system.
- Check the tightness of the ignition wire contact on the spark
plug. A loose contact may cause a spark burst and cause a fire.
- Make sure the handles are clean and dry, free of oil and other
soiling.
B6. Check that the handles and harness attachment point are
correctly positioned and that the machine is properly balanced.
The correct positions and adjustments are specified in the
section on “Preliminary preparation and checks” in this manual.
B7. Adjust the idle speed so that the cutting attachment stops
turning when the throttle control is released.
SAFETY