Petrol Powered Wheeled Brush Cutter
E&OE
©2017 MTM
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Safety
Safety messages are designed to alert you to possible dangers or hazards that could cause death, injury or
equipment or property damage if not understood or followed. Safety messages have the following symbols:
You WILL be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY INJURED if you do
not follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY INJURED if you do
not follow instructions.
You CAN be INJURED if you do
not follow instructions or
equipment damage may occur.
It is important that you read and
understand the instruction manual before
use and keep the manual in a safe place
for future reference. Safety information
presented here is generic in nature
– some
advice may not be applicable to every
piece of equipment.
The term “equipment"
refers to your product, be it electrical
mains, battery or petrol engine powered.
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. When using the equipment,
basic safety precautions detailed here
must always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, personal injury and
material damage.
IMPORTANT
– Handle the equipment
safely and carefully.
BEFORE USE
- If you are not familiar with
the safe operation/handling of this
equipment, or are in any way unsure of any
aspect of suitability or correct use it for
your application, you should complete
training conducted by a person or
organization qualified in safe use and
operation of this equipment, including
fuel/electrical handling and safety.
WARNINGS
•
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow warnings
and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
•
Do not operate the equipment in
flammable or explosive environments,
such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Engines and
equipment may create sparks or heat
that may ignite vapours, dust etc
•
Keep clear of moving parts.
•
Equipment may be a potential source of
electric shock or injury if misused.
•
Do not operate the equipment if it is
damaged, malfunctioning or is in an
excessively worn state.
•
Do not allow others to use the
equipment unless they have read this
manual and are adequately trained.
•
When using the equipment, basic safety
precautions detailed here must always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, personal injury and
material damage.
•
When wiring electrically powered
equipment, follow all electrical and
safety codes.
•
Ensure all power sources conform to
equipment voltage requirements and are
disconnected before connecting
equipment.
General Work Area Safety
Work areas should be clean and well it.
Do not operate the equipment if
bystanders, animals etc are within
operating range of the equipment or the
general work area.
Personal Safety
Keep packaging away from children - risk
of suffocation! Operators must use the
equipment correctly. When using the
equipment, consider conditions and pay
due care to persons and property.
Prevent unintentional starting of the
equipment - ensure equipment and power
source switches are in the OFF position
before connecting or moving the
equipment. Do not carry equipment with
hands/fingers touching any controls.
Remove any tools or other items that are
not a part of the equipment from it before
starting or switching on.
Stay alert and use common sense when
operating equipment. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Do not use equipment when tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. This equipment is not intended
for use by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities.
You must wear appropriate protective
equipment when operating, servicing, or
when in the operating area of the
equipment to help protect from serious
injury, including eye injury, inhalation of
toxic fumes, burns, and hearing loss.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as respirators, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, hearing protection
etc should be used for appropriate
conditions. Other people nearby should
also wear appropriate personal protective
equipment. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery, which can be caught in moving
parts. Keep hair and clothing away from
the equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
General Use and Care
Do not force the equipment. Use the
correct equipment for your application. The
correct equipment will perform better and
be safer within its design parameters.
Do not use the equipment if the ON/OFF
switch malfunctions
– any equipment that
cannot be controlled with the ON/OFF
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Use the equipment and accessories etc. in
accordance with these instructions,
considering working conditions and the
work to be performed. Using the equipment
for operations different from those intended
could result in hazardous situations.
Before use, inspect the equipment for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
loose components, damage or any other
condition that may affect its operation. If
damaged, have the equipment repaired by
an authorized service centre or technician
before use.
Always keep the equipment and
accessories (cutting tools, nozzles, bits
etc) properly maintained. Keep the
equipment, controls and handles dry and
free from dirt, oil and grease.
Store the equipment out of reach of
children or untrained persons. To avoid
burns or fire hazards, let the equipment
cool completely before transporting or
storing. Never place the equipment in
places where there are flammable
materials, combustible gases or
combustible liquids etc.
The equipment is not weatherproof, and
should not be stored in direct sunlight, at
high ambient temperatures or locations
that are damp or very humid.
Brush Cutter Use and Care
•
The equipment is for domestic use only.
•
Always check that the blades or cutting
accessories are undamaged, safe to use
and are properly and securely fastened
to the machine.
•
Do NOT use cutting equipment that is
cracked, bent, chipped or damaged in
any way. Replace damaged parts.
•
Always wear substantial footwear, such
as boots, and long trousers when
operating the product. Do NOT wear
open shoes and shorts.
•
Check the work area before using the
equipment and remove any objects
(stones etc) that may be thrown by the
equipment or may otherwise damage it.
•
Do not use the equipment in wet or
slippery conditions or in weather (strong
winds, lightning etc) that may make
using the equipment unsafe.
•
Do not use the equipment for purposes it
is not designed for, such as shredding
leaves or wood chipping.
•
Use caution when reversing or pulling
the equipment towards you, and
changing direction.
