d) Avoid operating while people, especially children, are nearby.
e) Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, which can be
caught in moving parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear and
safety glasses is recommended.
f ) Use extra care when handling fuels. They are flammable and the
vapours are explosive.
The following points should be observed.
- Use only an approved container.
- Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the power source
running. Allow engine and exhaust components to cool down
before refueling.
- Do not smoke.
- Never refuel indoors.
- Never store the hedge trimmer or fuel container inside where there
is an open flame, such as near a water heater.
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the power source, but move
the hedge trimmer away from the spillage before starting.
- Always replace and securely tighten the fuel cap after refueling.
- If the fuel tank is drained, this should be done outdoors.
g) If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object or the hedge
trimmer starts making any unusual noise or vibration, shut off the
power source and allow the hedge trimmer to stop. Disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug and take the following steps:
- Inspect for damage;
- Check for, and tighten, any loose parts;
- Have any damaged parts replaced or repaired with parts having
equivalent specifications
h) Warn of the need for ear protection.
i) Warn of the need for eye protection.
j) Instruct in how to stop the hedge trimmer in an emergency.
Operation
a) Stop the engine before
- Cleaning or when clearing a blockage,
- Checking, carrying out maintenance or working on the hedge
trimmer,
- Adjusting the working position of the cutting device,
- Leaving the hedge trimmer unattended.
b) Ensure that the hedge trimmer is correctly located in a designated
working position before starting the engine.
c) While operating the hedge trimmer, always ensure that the operating
position before starting the engine.
d) Do not operate the hedge trimmer with a damaged or excessively
worn cutting device.
e) To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine and silencer free of debris,
leaves and excessive lubricant.
f ) Always ensure that all handles and guards are fitted when using the
hedge trimmer. Never attempt to use an incomplete hedge trimmer
or one fitted with an unauthorized modification.
g) Always use two hands to operate a hedge trimmer fitted with two
handles.
h) 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 hedge
trimmer.
Maintenance and storage
a) When the hedge trimmer is stopped for servicing, inspection or
storage, shut off the power source, disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a
stop. Allow the hedge trimmer to cool before making any inspections,
adjustments, etc.
b) Store the hedge trimmer where the fuel vapour will not reach an
open flame or spark. Always allow the hedge trimmer to cool down
before storing.
c) When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always fit the
cutting device transport guard.
EXPLANATION OF USED SYMBOLS
Warning, use precaution measures.
1.
Read instruction manual, observe warnings and safety conditions
2.
therein!
Use personal protection equipment (protective goggles, earmuff
3.
protectors).
Use protective clothes.
4.
Use protective footwear.
5.
Use protective gloves.
6.
Beware of sharp edges!
7.
Caution, hot!
8.
Fire hazard.
9.
Switch off the engine and remove wire from the sparking plug
10.
before commencing any maintenance or repair.
Protect against humidity.
11.
For outdoor use.
12.
CONSTRUCTION AND USE
Petrol hedge trimmer is a hand held device. It is driven by an air cooled,
two-stroke combustion engine. This type of device is designed for home
garden works, such as trimming hedges, bushes and shrubs. Any other
use, that is not allowed in this instruction manual, may cause damage of
the trimmer and constitute serious risk for the user. The hedge trimmer
is designed only for light duty use.
Use the tool only in accordance with its purpose.
DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING PAGES
Below enumeration refers to the device elements depicted on the
drawing pages of this manual.
Blade bar
1.
Hand guard
2.
Front handle
3.
Starter line
4.
Ignition switch
5.
Throttle lever lock
6.
Throttle lever
7.
Main handle
8.
Main handle lock button
9.
Fuel tank
10.
Fuel filler plug
11.
Membrane pump
12.
Choke lever
13.
Air filter
14.
Ignition plug
15.
Blade bar shield
16.
Idle speed adjustment screw
17.
Fuel mixture adjustment screw
18.
Air filter insert
19.
Fuel filter
20.
* Differences may appear between the product and drawing.
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