CONTENTS
Note the following before starting:
Please read the operator’s manual carefully. Become familiar with the owner’s manual before attempting to operate the
equipment.
- Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection.
- Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer.
Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury
or the death of the operator or others.
- This machine can cause serious injuries if used incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause serious or fatal injury to the
operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual.
Become familiar with all controls and proper use of the machine, including the correct handling, preparation,
maintenance, starting and stopping of the machine.
- It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’ s phenomenon loss of color and numbness in the fingers, which affects
the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Maintain good blood circulation
by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks and also by not smoking. Continual and regular users
should monitor closely the condition of their hands fingers. If any of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice
immediately.
- Never allow children to use this machine.
- Warning! Do not use the machine when the operator is tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs;
- Alert! National regulation can restrict the use of the machine;
- Daily inspect the machine before use and after dropping or other impacts to identify any significant defects;
- Beware of overhead power lines.
- Avoid operating while people, animals, especially children, are nearby. The machine operator must ensure that no
people or animals come closer than 15 metres while working.
- Beware of the risk of being struck by falling branches or branches that, having hit the ground, rebound.
- Keep firm footing and balance during operation, use the harness provided.
- Do not operate the brush cutter or hedge trimmer or pole pruner with a damaged or excessively worn cutting device.
- Always ensure that all handles and guards are fitted when using the machine. Never attempt to use an incomplete
machine or one fitted with an unauthorized modification.
- Always use two hands to operate this machine.
- While operating this machine, always ensure that the operating position is safe and secure, especially when using
steps or a ladder.
- Always be aware of your surroundings and stay alert for possible hazards of which you may not be aware due to the
noise of the machine.
- Stop the engine before
- cleaning or when clearing a blockage;
- checking, carrying out maintenance or working on the machine;
- adjusting the working position of the cutting device;
- leaving the machine unattended.
- Always ensure a correct working posture, operator need for sufficient rest periods and changing working positions.
- Never use a machine with faulty safety equipment. The machine’s safety equipment must be checked and maintained
as described in this section. If your machine fails any of these checks contact your service agent to get it repaired.
