Starting
up
the Hedge Trimmer
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Please make sure that there
are
children
or
other people within
a
working range
of
50
feet
or
15
meters
(5),
also
pay attention
to
any
animals in the working vicinity
-
Before operating, always check that the Hedge
Trimmer
is
safefor operation:
Check thesecurity
of
thethrottle lever.
The
throttle lever should
be
checked for smooth and easy action. Check for proper functioning
of
the throttle lever lock. Check for clean and dry handles and test
thefunction
of
the
STOP
switch. Keep handles free
of
oil
and fuel.
Startthe Hedge Trimmer only in accordance with the instructions.
Do
not
useanyother methods for starting the engine
(6)l
-
Use
the HedgeTrimmer only for applications specified.
-
Start the Hedge Trimmer enjine only after the entire assembly
is
done. Operation
of
the Hedge Trimmer
is
permitted only after
all
the appropriate
accessories
areattached!
-
Before starting, make sure that the cutter blade will not contact
any objects such
as
branches, stones,
elc.
-
The engine
is
to be stopped immediately
if
there are any engine
problems.
-
When working with the Hedge Trimmer, keep both hands on
handles always wrap your fingers tightly around the handle,
keeping the control handle cradled between your thumb and
forefinger, Keep your hand in this position to have your machine
under control at
all
times. Make sure your control handle
is
in
good condition and
free
of
moisture, pitch,
oil
or grease.
Always ensure
a
safe,
well-balanced footing
-
Only
use
outdoors.
-
Operate
the
HedgeTrimmer in such
a
manner
as
to
avoid
inhalation
of
theexhaust
gases.
Never run
the
engine
in enclosed rooms (risk
of
suffocation
and
gas
poisoning). Carbonmonoxide
is
an
odorless
gas.
Always
ensure there
is
adequate ventilation.
-
Stopthe enginewhen resting
and
when leaving
the
HedgeTrimmer
unattended.
Place
it in
a
safelocation to prevent dangerto
others,
setting fire to combustible materials
or
damageto
the
machine.
-
Never lay down the hot Hedge Trimmer onto dry grass
or
onto any
combustible materials.
-
Never operate the engine with
a
faulty exhaust muffler.
-
Stopthe engine during transport
(7).
-
Securethetool properly before transporting in vehicle to avoid fuel
leakage.
-
Whentransporting the HedgeTrimmer ensurethat the fuel tank
is
completelyempty to avoid fuel
leakage.
Refuelling
-
To
reduce the
risk
of
fire
and bum injury; handle fuel with care. It
is
highly flammable.
-
Stop the engine before refuelling
(7),
keep well away from open
flame
(8)
and
do
not smoke.
-
Do
not attempt to refuel
a
hot or
a
running engine.
-
Avoid skin contact with petroleum products.
Do
not inhale fuel
vapor. Always wear protective gloves during refuelling. Change
and clean protective clothing at regular intervals.
-
Take
care not to spill either fuel
or
oil
always wipe unit dry before
starting engine. Allow wet cloths to dry before disposing in
proper, covered containerto prevent spontaneouscombustion.
-
Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing. Change your clothing
immediately
if
fuel has been spilled on it (dangerhazard).
-
Inspect the fuel cap at regular intervals making sure that it stays
securely fastened.
-
Carefully tighten the locking screw
of
the
fuel
tank. Move at
lease
10
ft
(3
meters) away from the refuelling point before starting engine.
-
Never refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vapors accumulate at ground
level
(risk
of
explosions).
-
Only transport and store fuel in approved containers.
Make
sure
stored
fuel
is
not accessible
to
children.
-
When mixing gasoline with two-cycle engine
oil,
use
only gasoline
which contains
no
ethanol or methanol (types
of
alcohol).
Thiswill help to prevent damageto fuel lines and other engine parts.
-
Make
sure the unit
is
properly assembled and in good operating
condition.
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Resting
Transporting
Refuelling
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