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Enter all information on the rating plate of your unit
in the following field.
You can find the rating plate near the engine.
These specifications are very important for subsequent
identification when ordering spare parts and for customer
service.
Safe operating practices
Using the unit correctly
This unit is designed
– to be used in accordance with the descriptions and safety
instructions indicated in this operating manual
– for private use
– for trimming lawn edges and small inaccessible areas
of grass (e.g. under bushes),
– for cutting wild growth, shrubs and undergrowth.
It is not permitted to use this unit for any other purposes.
The user is liable for all injuries to third parties and damage
to their property.
Operate the unit only in the technical condition as stipulated
and delivered by the manufacturer.
Arbitrary changes to the unit will exclude the manufacturer
from any liability for resulting injury and/or damage.
Safety instructions
Read all instructions before operating
Please read these instructions carefully.
Familiarize yourself with the operation and handling
of the unit.
Do not use this unit if you are tired or ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
Children and young people under 16 years of age must
not operate the unit.
Check the unit before using it. Replace damaged parts.
Check whether fuel is leaking out.
Ensure that all connections are attached and tight.
Replace cutting attachment parts which are cracked,
flawed or damaged in any other way.
Ensure that the cutting attachment has been installed
correctly and attached securely. Ensure that the guard
for the cutting attachment has been attached correctly
and is in the recommended position. If these instructions
are not followed, the user and bystanders may be injured
or the unit damaged.
Use only original replacement lines which have a dia-
meter of 2.41 mm. Never use a metal-reinforced string,
wire, chain, rope, etc. These may break off and become
dangerous projectiles.
Always be aware of the risk of injury to head, hands
and feet.
Depress the throttle. It must automatically return
to the home position. Perform all settings and/or
repairs before operating the unit.
Before using the unit, always clear the area which you
want to trim. Remove all objects such as stones, broken
glass, nails, wire or string which could be ejected
or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
Remove children, bystanders and animals from the area.
Keep children, bystanders and animals at a minimum
distance of 15 m; there is always a risk of bystanders
being hit by ejected objects. Bystanders should wear eye
protection. If somebody approaches, immediately
switch off the engine and cutting attachment.
Safety instructions for petrol-driven lawn trimmers
Caution:
Petrol is highly flammable and the vapours may
explode if ignited. Take the following precautions:
Store petrol in designated and permitted containers only.
Keep ignition sources away from spilled petrol.
Do not start the engine until the petrol vapours have
evaporated.
Before filling the tank, always switch off the engine
and leave it to cool down. Never remove the tank
cap and never fill the tank while the engine is hot.
Before using the unit, ensure that the tank cap
is screwed on tightly. Slowly unscrew the tank cap
to reduce the pressure in the tank gradually.
Mix petrol and fill the tank in a clean, well ventilated
outdoor area only where there are no sparks or flames.
After switching off the engine, slowly unscrew the tank
cap. Do not smoke while mixing petrol or filling the tank.
Immediately wipe any spilled petrol off the unit.
Before switching on the engine, carry the unit at least
10 m away from the filling station. While filling the tank
or using the unit, do not smoke and keep sparks and
naked flames out of the area.
