POW6128
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5 PETROL SAFETY WARNINGS
5.1
Training
Become familiar with the owner’s manual before attempting to operate the product
5.2
Preparation
This product can cause serious injuries. Read the instructions carefully for the correct
handling, preparation, maintenance, starting and stopping of the product. Become familiar
with all controls and the proper use of the product.
Never allow children to use the product.
Beware of overhead power lines.
Avoid operating while people, especially children, are nearby.
Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, which can be caught in moving
parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear and safety glasses is recommended.
Use extra care when handling fuels. They are flammable and the vapours are explosive.
The following points should be observed:
Use only an approved container.
Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the power source running. Allow engine and
exhaust components to cool down before refuelling.
Do not smoke.
Never refuel indoors.
Never store the product or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as near
a water heater.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the power source, but
move the product away from the spillage before starting.
Always replace and securely tighten the fuel cap after refuelling.
If the fuel tank is drained, this should be done outdoors.
If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object or the product starts making any
unusual noise or vibration, shut off the power source and allow the product to stop.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and take the following steps:
inspect for damage;
check for, and tighten, any loose parts;
have any damaged parts replaced or repaired with parts having equivalent specifications.
Wear hearing protection!
Wear eye protection!
In an emergency switch the product off by immediately releasing the throttle trigger and
setting the ignition switch to its off position “O”.
5.3
Operation
Stop the engine before
cleaning or when clearing a blockage,
checking, carrying out maintenance or working on the product,
adjusting the working position of the cutting device,
leaving the product unattended.
Ensure that the product is correctly located in a designated working position before
starting the engine.
While operating the product, always ensure that the operating position is safe and secure.
Do not operate the product with a damaged or excessively worn cutting device.