3.4
Holding and guiding the
machine
Make sure you always have a firm and secure
footing.
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Always hold the unit firmly with both hands on
the handles.
Right hand on control handle, left hand on loop
handle, even if you are left-handed. Wrap your
fingers and thumbs around the handles.
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The machine can be carried on a harness that
bears the weight of the machine.
3.5
While working
In the event of impending danger or in an emer‐
gency, switch off the engine immediately by mov‐
ing the slide control / stop switch / stop button to
STOP or 0.
This power tool is not insulated. Keep
at least 15 m away from electric
power lines – Danger of fatal electric
shock!
5m (17ft)
15m (50ft)
To reduce the risk of injury from falling objects,
do not allow bystanders within a radius of 15
meters of your own position. This distance must
also be maintained in relation to objects (vehi‐
cles, window panes) – risk of property damage!
Maintain a minimum clearance of 15 m between
the tips of the rakes and electric power lines.
Electric current may also arc over from high-volt‐
age cables at a greater distance. Have the power
switched off before starting work in the immedi‐
ate vicinity of power lines.
The correct engine idle speed is important to
ensure that the attachment stops moving when
you let go of the throttle trigger. Check and cor‐
rect the idle speed setting at regular intervals. If
the attachment continues running when the
engine is idling, have it repaired by your dealer –
see KombiEngine user manual.
Note that the rakes and tines continue to run for
a short period after you let go of the throttle trig‐
ger – flywheel effect!
The gear head becomes hot during
operation. Do not touch the gear
housing – risk of burns!
Take special care in wet conditions, on slopes,
uneven ground, etc. - Risk of slipping!
Watch out for obstacles: tree stumps, roots – risk
of tripping or stumbling!
Clear away fallen branches and scrub from the
work area.
Keep the rakes and tines clear of foreign objects
– such objects may be caught and thrown and
damage the rakes and tines.
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