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Start the Stringtrimmer only in accordance withthe instructions.
– Do notuseany other methods for starting theengine!
– Only start the String trimmerengine, afterthe entire assemblyis done.
Operationof the deviceisonly permitted after all theappropriateaccessories
are attached!
– Before starting make sure that thecutting tool has no contact withhard
objects suchas branches,stonesetc. as thecuttingtool will revolve when
starting.
– Theengine is to beswitchedoff immediately incaseof any engineproblems.
– Should the cuttingtool hit stones or other hard objects,immediately switchoff
the engine and inspect thecutting tool.
– Inspect the cuttingtoolat short regularintervals for damage (detection of
hairlinecracks by means of tapping-noise test).
– Operatethe String trimmeronly with the shoulder strap attached which is
tobe suitablyadjustedbeforeputtingthe Stringtrimmer intooperation. It is
essential toadjusttheshoulder strap accordingto theuser’s size toprevent
fatigue occurring during use. Neverhold thecutter withonehandduring use.
– Duringoperation always holdthe Stringtrimmer withbothhands.
Always ensure asafe footing.
– Operatethe String trimmerinsuchamanner as toavoid inhalation of
the exhaust gases. Neverrunthe engine in enclosed rooms (risk of gas
poisoning). Carbon monoxideis anodorless gas.
– Switchoff the engine when resting andwhenleavingtheString trimmer
unattended, andplace it in a safelocation toprevent danger to othersor
damageto the machine.
– Never put the hot String trimmerontodrygrass or ontoany combustible
materials.
Neverrunthe cutter without this guard!
– Allprotective installations and guards suppliedwiththe machinemust be
used duringoperation.
– Shut off the engine during transport.
– Duringtransport over longdistances the tool protection includedwith the
– Ensuresafepositionof theStringtrimmer during car transportationto avoid
fuel leakage.
– When transporting theString trimmer, ensure that thefuel tank is completely
empty.
– When unloadingtheStringtrimmerfrom the truck, neverdrop theEngine to
the groundor this may severely damagethefuel tank.
– Except in case of emergency, neverdroporcast the Stringtrimmer tothe
ground orthis mayseverely damagetheStringtrimmer.
Refuelling
smoke.
– Avoid skincontact withmineral oilproducts. Do not inhalefuel vapor.Always
wearprotectivegloves duringrefuelling. Changeand clean protective clothing
at regular intervals.
– Takecare not to spill either fuel or oil inorder toprevent soil contamination
(environmental protection). CleantheString trimmerimmediatelyafter fuel
has beenspilt.
– Avoid any fuel contact withyour clothing.Change your clothinginstantly if
– Inspect the fuel capat regularintervals making surethat it canbe securely
fastenedand does not leak.
– Carefully tightenthefuel tank cap. Changelocationto start theengine (at
least 3 meters away fromthe place of refuelling).
– Never refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vaporsaccumulateat ground lever(risk of
explosions).
– Only transport and store fuel in approved containers. Makesure the fuel
stored is not accessible to children.
