4
GB - Table of Contents - "Original instructions"
Safety precautions ................................................................ 4
Assembly .............................................................................. 5
Clothing ................................................................................ 5
Fuel ...................................................................................... 5
Filling of gasoline - Smoking prohibited! ............................... 5
Start and stop ....................................................................... 6
Operating the machine ......................................................... 6
Cleaning ............................................................................... 6
Storage ................................................................................. 6
Troubleshooting .................................................................... 6
Noise, vibration and precautionary measures ...................... 6
Specification ......................................................................... 6
Congratulations on purchasing your new machine. Please
read this instruction manual carefully, especially the safety
warnings marked with the symbol:
Spare parts
Spare part drawings for the specific product can be found on
our website www.texas.dk If you find the part numbers
yourself, this will facilitate more rapid service.
For purchase of spare parts, please contact your dealer.
You will find a list of dealers on the Texas website.
Safety precautions
Setup
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Read this manual carefully. Make sure that you are
familiar with the different controls, settings and handles
of the equipment.
Know how to stop the unit and ensure that you are
familiar with emergency stop.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Note, that local
regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
If you feel unwell, tired or have consumed alcohol or
drugs, do not operate the machine.
Always inspect the machine before usage Ensure that
no parts are worn or damaged.
Replace worn out or damaged elements and bolts in
sets to preserve balance.
The operator of the machine is responsible for people’s
safety.
Never use the machine near children or animals.
The operator of the machine is held liable for any
accidents or hazards to other people and their property.
Thoroughly inspect the area, where the equipment is to
be used, if necessary remove any foreign objects.
Do not refuel gasoline indoors or while the engine is
running.
Spilled gasoline is extremely flammable; never refuel
while the engine is still hot.
Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine.
It may cause a fire or explosion!
Beware of hazards, while working on difficult soil hence
vegetation
Boots with non-slip soles with steel jacket is required.
Avoid loose-fitting clothes.
Operation
Always start the engine from safety zone.
Do not leave the safety zone while operating the
machine, if it is necessary to leave the safety zone, turn
off the engine before leaving the zone.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
immediately, remove the spark plug cap and inspect the
machine thoroughly for damage. Repair the damage
before continuing
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of damage.
Always disengage the levers, turn off the engine, and
remove the spark plug, when the unit is left unattended.
Always turn off the engine and ensure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
Never operate the machine at a fast pace.
Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to work
at too fast a rate.
Do not carry passengers.
Pay attention, while the machine is in reverse.
Never allow any bystanders in front of unit.
Always disengage the machine, if not in use.
Only operate the machine at daylight or in fully
illuminated areas
Ensure a stable foothold and always keep a firm hold on
the handles. Always walk, never run.
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing
sandals.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes
Never attempt to make any adjustments, while the
engine is running.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine backwards
Never operate the engine indoor or in areas with low
ventilation. The exhaustion from the engine contains
carbon monoxide. Failure to observe could result in
permanent injury or death.
Gasoline safety
Use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the fumes are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur, when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes. Rinse your skin and
change clothes immediately!
Use only an approved gasoline container. Do not use
soft drink bottle or similar!
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
Never refuel your machine indoors.
Let the engine cool down before refilling
Never fill the fuel tank to more than 2.5 cm below bottom
of filler in order to provide space for fuel to expansion.
After refueling, ensure that the cap tighten securely.
Never use the lock-function on the gasoline gun, when
refueling.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Never refuel inside a building or where gasoline fumes
may get in contact with an ignition source.
Keep gasoline and engine away from appliance, pilot
lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power tools, etc.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this shall be done
outdoors
