3.1 Safety of operation
Get familiar with the equipment! A good training is a condition for safe and secure
operation. Handling the equipment in the wrong way or use by persons without
qualicationmaycausedangeroussituations.Readtheinstructionmanualforthemodel
and the manual for the motor carefully and get to know all controls for it.
Persons without experience must be educated by operators with a good knowledge in the
equipment. First then, the equipment can be taken into operation.
• NEVER allow unskilled persons and persons younger than 18 to operate the equipment.
Authorized persons must be well aware of all risks and dangers in connection to the use of
this equipment.
• NEVER take the motor or the exhauster system by the hand during operation or short time
thereafter. These parts run very hot and can cause burn damages.
• ALWAYS use original spare parts. The use of parts or accessories from third source can
result in damages of the equipment or risks for accidents.
• NEVER operate the equipment without the belt protection cover. The belt without protection is
a danger of accident and may cause serious injuries.
• NEVER leave the equipment unattended with the motor running.
• Before operation, ALWAYS check that the operator is familiar with the safety instructions and
the operation.
• If required – ALWAYS use suitable protection clothing.
- Hearing protection, to avoid damages on the hearing
- Respiratory protection, to avoid inhaling dust
- Sight protection, to protect the eyes
- Gloves, to handle rough material
- Safety shoes, to protect foot damages
• During operation, ALWAYS use hearing protection.
WARNING
Noise might create illness symptoms. If the allowed noise level of 85 dB (A) is exceeded,
hearing protection must be used.
• ALWAYS close the fuel tap when the equipment is not in use.
• NEVER use the choke to stop the motor.
• When the equipment is not in use, keep it stored in a safe place so it can´t be used by
unauthorized persons. NEVER store the equipment in open air or in humid conditions.
• Before operation, ALWAYS check that safety devices and cover plates are without damages
and in perfect condition.
- Check that all moving parts operate without objection and don´t jam, or replace all parts
which are damaged. All parts must fulll the requirement for full functionality to ensure the
operation without objection.
- All damaged parts and safety devices must be replaced or repaired by an authorized
workshop, unless the instruction manual states anything else.
• ALWAYS read the instruction manual before the equipment is taken in operation. The
instructions for DANGER, WARNING and precautions hast to be followed unconditionally to
avoid risks for person- and object damages, as well as unnecessary repairs.