Racing RAC42PB-2 User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
GASOLINE BRUSH CUTTER & GRASS TRIMMER
RAC42PB-2
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Read carefully t is manual before any use.
BUILDER
32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux - France

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1. SAFETY WARNINGS
Proper safety precautions must be observed. Like all power equipment this unit must be handled
carefully. DO NOT E POSE YOURSELF OR OTHERS TO DANGER.
Follow these general rules. Do not permit others to use this machine unless they are thoroughly
responsible and have read, and understand the machine manual and are trained in its operation.
• Always wear safety goggles for eye protection. Dress properly; do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry that could become caught in moving parts of the unit. Safe, sturdy, nonskid footwear
should always be worn. Long hair should be tied back. It is recommended that legs and feet be
covered to protect from flying debris during operation.
• Inspect the entire machine for loose parts (nuts, bolts, screws, etc.)and any damage. Repair or
replace as necessary before using the machine. DO NOT USE any attachment with this power
head other than the ones recommended by our company. Serious injury to the operator or
bystanders could result as well as damage to the machine.
• Keep the handles free from oil and fuel.
• Always use proper handles and shoulder strap when cutting.
• Do not smoke while mixing fuel or filling tank.
• Do not mix fuel in an enclosed room or near open flames. Assure adequate ventilation.
• Always mix and store the fuel in a properly marked container that is approved by local codes and
ordinances for such usage.
• Never remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is running.
• Never start or run the engage inside a closed room or building. Fumes from the exhaust contain
dangerous carbon monoxide.
• Never attempt to make engine adjustments while the unit is running and strapped to the operator.
Always make engine adjustments with the unit resting on a flat, clear surface.
• Do not use the unit if it is damaged or poorly adjusted. Never remove the machine’s guard.
Serious injury to the operator or bystanders could result as well as damage to the machine.
• Inspect the area to be cut and remove all debris that could become entangled in the nylon
cutting head. Also remove any objects that the unit may throw during cutting.
• Keep children away. Onlookers should be kept at a safe distance from the work area, at least 15
meters (50 FEET).
• Never leave the machine unattended.
• Do not use this unit for any job other than those for which it is intended as described in this
manual.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not run the unit while
standing on a ladder or on any other unstable footing location.
• Keep hands and feet clear of the nylon cutting head or blade while unit is in use.
• Do not use this type of machine for sweeping away debris.
• Do not use the unit when you are tired, ill or under the influence of medication ,drugs or alcohol.
• Use nylon cutting head which is free of damage. If a stone or any other obstacle is hit, stop the
engine and check the nylon cutting head. A broken or unbalanced nylon cutting head must never
be used.
• Do not store in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach an open flame from hot water heaters,
furnaces, etc. Store in a locked, well-ventilated area only.
• Ensure safe and proper performance of your product. These part are available from your dealer.
The use of any other accessories or attachments may cause a potential hazard or injury to the
user, damage to the machine and void this warranty.
• Clean the machine completely, especially, the fuel tank, its surroundings, and the air cleaner.
• When refueling, be sure to stop the engine and confirm that it is cooled down.. Never refuel
when the engine is running or hot. When gasoline spills, be sure to wipe it up completely dispose

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of those materials before starting the engine.
• Stay clear of other workers or bystanders by at least 15 meters/50 feet.
• Whenever approaching an operator of the machine, carefully call his attention and confirm that
the operator stop the engine. Be careful not to startle or distract the operator which can cause an
unsafe situation.
• Never touch the nylon cutting head or blade when ever the engine is running. If it is necessary to
replace the protector or cutting attachment, be sure to stop the engine and confirm that the
cutting device has stopped running.
• The engine should be turned off when the machine is moved between work areas
• Be careful not to hit the nylon cutting head against stones, or the ground.
• Unreasonable rough operation will shorten the life of the machine as well as create an unsafe
environment for yourself and those around you.
• Pay attention to loosening and overheating of parts. If there is any abnormality of the machine,
stop operation immediately and check the machine carefully. If necessary, have the machine
serviced by an authorized dealer. Never continue to operate a machine which may be
malfunctioning.
• In start-up or during operation of the engine, never touch hot parts such as the muffler, the high
voltage wire or the spark plug.
• After the engine has stopped, the muffler is still hot. Never place the machine in any places
where there are flammable materials (dry grass, etc.), combustible gasses or combustible
liquids.
• Pay special attention to operation in the rain or just after the rain as the ground may be slippery.
• If you slip or fall to the ground or into a hole, release the throttle lever immediately.
• Be careful not to drop the machine or hit it against obstacles.
• Before proceeding to adjust or repair the machine, be sure to stop the engine and detach the
spark plug.
• When the machine is placed in storage for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tank and
carburetor, clean the parts, move the machine to a safe place and confirm that the engine is
cooled down.
• Make periodic inspections to assure safe and efficient operation. For a thorough inspection of
your machine, please contact a dealer.
• Keep the machine away from fire or sparks.
• It is believed that a condition called Raynaud ’s phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain
individuals, may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. loss of color and numbness
in the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum
exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown.
• Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles, hands and wrists.
• Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work
breaks and also by not smoking.
• Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the brush cutter or
other hand-held power equipment is not required.
• If you experience discomfort, redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss
of feeling, consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration.
• Always wear ear protection, loud noise for long time can make hearing debase even lost
hearing.
• Total face and head protection must be wear to prevent damage from plummet or branch.
• Wear no-slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the brush cutter handle. Gloves
also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.
• WARNING: The cutter area is still dangerous while the machine is coasting to a stop.
• When transport, this unit must be handled carefully. Do not expose yourself or others to danger.

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• Envelop the blade before storage. Keep children away from it.
• Never remove the machine’s guard.
• Do not store in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach an open flame from hot water heaters,
furnaces, etc. Store in a locked, well-ventilated area only.
• Never place the machine in any places where there are flammable materials (dry grass, etc.),
combustible gasses or combustible liquids.
• When the machine is placed in storage for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tank and
carburetor, clean the parts, move the machine to a safe place and confirm that the engine is
cooled down.
• emission of exhaust gases
• National regulation can restrict the use of the machine.
• Never modify a trimmer or cutter in any way.
• Improper use of the machine can cause SERIOUS OR F T L PERSON L INJURY.
• The engine exhaust form this product contains chemicals to cause cancer, birth
defects, of other reproductive harm.
Kickback and Related Warnings
● Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other
accessory. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which in turn causes the
uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation at the point of the
binding.
● For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that
is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel to climb out or
kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or away from the operator, depending on direction of the
wheel’s movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break under these conditions.
● Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can
be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
a) Never place your and near t e rotating accessory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
b) Do not position your body in t e area w ere power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback
will propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at the point of snagging.
c) Use special care w en working corners, s arp edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging t e
accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and
cause loss of control or kickback.
 OPERATION OF QUICK RELEASE MECHANISM
Pull the strip to release the machine from you in the case of emergency.

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Explanation of symbols
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and
DANGER calls attention to an act of a condition which can lead to
SERIOUS INJURY.
READ & UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual and Safety Manual
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION, EAR PROTECTION AND
HEAD PROTECTION.
WEAR FOOT PROTECTION
WEAR GLOVES
BEWARE OF FALLING OBJECTS
BEWARE OF FOOT INJURY BY CUTTING ATTACHMENT
PAY ATTENTION THAT BYSTANDERS ARE NOT INJURED
THROUGH FOREIGN OBJECTS THROWN FROM THE
MACHINE.
BEWARE OF THROWN OBJECTS HIT BY CUTTING
ATTACHMENTS. NEVER USE WITHOUT PROPERLY
MOUNTED BLADE GUARD.
BEWARE OF BLADE THRUST.
KEEP BYSTANDERS AT LEAST 15 M AWAY.
DO NOT USE SAW BLADE.
RISK OF HOT SURFACE
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