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A STEELFORT PRODUCT
2. RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING
Read the “Rules for Safe Operation “with care and
follow the instructions in the manual to operate the
unit safely.
Read and be thorough with the basic controls and
functions of the unit. It is important that you know
how to stop and to shut off the engine, and to unhook
a harnessed unit quickly.
Do not allow anyone without proper instruction or
training to operate the unit. All operators of the unit
should wear appropriate foot, leg, eye, face and
hearing protection. Do not rely on the debris shield on
the unit to protect your eyes from thrown objects.
Keep the area clear of bystanders, children and pets.
Never allow children to operate or play with the unit.
Do not allow anyone to enter the operating DANGER
ZONE with you. The danger zone is an area 15 meters
in radius (about 16 paces) or 50 feet.
Insist that persons in the RISK ZONE beyond the
danger zone wear eye protection from thrown
objects. If the unit must be used where there are
unprotected people, operate at a low throttle speed
to reduce the risk of thrown objects.
Move the stop switch to “stop” position when the
engine idles, insure it reliable before cutting. Only
may continue to operate the unit when stop switch is
in good condition.
Routines for checking that the cutting attachment
stops turning when the engine idles.
WARNING
In addition to head, eye, face and ear protection,
please wear appropriate footwear to protect your
feet and to improve footing on slippery surfaces.
Do not wear open-toed footwear, or go bare foot or
barefeet.
3. PREPARING FOR OPERATION
IMPORTANT
Failure to follow proper fuel mix instructions may
cause damage to the engine.
When preparing fuel mixture, mix only the amount
needed for the job you intend to do. Do not use fuel
that has been stored longer than two months. Fuel
mixture stored longer than this will cause hard start-
ing and poor performance. If fuel mix has been stored
longer than this time, it should be removed and filled
with a fresh mixture.
WARNING
•
Never fill the fuel tank to the brim. (Under 3/4
of the tank)
•
Never add fuel to the tank in a closed non-ven-
tilated area.
•
Do not add fuel to this unit close to an open fire
or sparks.
•
Be sure to wipe spilled fuel before attempting
to start the engine
•
Do not attempt to refuel a hot engine.
CHECK POINTS BEFORE OPERATION
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Check for loose bolts, nuts and fittings.
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Check the air filter for dirt. Clean before
operation.
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Check to be sure that protector is securely in
place.
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Check that fuel isnt leaking.
STARTING THE BRUSH CUTTER
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING
The cutting attachment may start to move when the
engine is started. Make sure the attachment can not
come into contact with any object.
Make sure that no unauthorised persons are in the
working area, otherwise there is a risk of serious
personal injury.
