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Despite use as intended, specific risk factors cannot be
entirely eliminated.
Please note that our equipment was not designed with
the intention of use for commercial or industrial purpos-
es. We assume no guarantee if the device is used in
commercial or industrial applications, or for equivalent
work.
5. Safety instructions
General safety instructions
m WARNING! Read all instructions, safety instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this device. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future ref-
erence.
General safety regulations
Familiarise yourself with your machine.
The user manual and the markings on the machine
must be both read and understood.
Learn how and for which purposes the machine is
used. Deal with the potential hazards of the machine.
Learn how to control and operate the machine correct-
ly. Learn how to rapidly bring the machine and controls
to a stop or shut them down.
All instructions and safety notes in the user manual ac-
companying the machine separately must be read and
understood. Do not attempt to operate the machine un-
til you have a thorough understanding of how to oper-
ate and maintain the motor and how to avoid accidental
injury and/or damage to property.
Safety at the workplace
1. Never start or run the motor indoors. The exhaust
gases are dangerous and contain carbon monox-
ide, an odourless and poisonous gas. Only oper-
ate this unit in a well-ventilated outdoor area.
2. Never operate the machine if there is inadequate
visibility or light.
3. Never operate the machine on steep inclines.
4. Always work in a horizontal line to the ground, nev-
er from top to bottom.
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Personal safety
1. Never operate the machine when under the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol or other medicines which
may affect your ability to use the machine properly.
2. Wear appropriate clothing. Wear long trousers,
boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing,
shorts or any type of jewellery. Tie long hair up at
shoulder length. Always keep hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing,
jewellery or long hair may become entangled in
moving parts.
3. Wear protective equipment. Always wear eye pro-
tection.
4. Protective equipment, such as dust protection
masks, safety helmets or hearing protection,
which are used in relevant conditions, reduce per-
sonal injury.
5. Check the machine prior to starting it. Do not re-
move separating protective devices and keep
them in good condition. Ensure that all nuts, bolts,
etc. are tight.
6. Never operate the machine if it requires repair or if
its mechanics are damaged.
7. Replace damaged, missing or non-functional parts
prior to using the machine. Check leak-tightness.
Maintain safe working conditions for the machine.
8. Under no circumstances should protective devices
be tampered with. Regularly check their function-
ality.
9. The machine must not be used if it cannot be
switched on or off using the motor switch. Ma-
chines running on fuel that cannot be controlled
using the engine switch are hazardous and must
be replaced.
10. Regularly check that spanners have been removed
from the machine before starting. Personal injury
can result from a spanner left on a rotating part.
11. Keep alert and use common sense when operat-
ing the machine.
12. Do not bend too far when working. Do not oper-
ate the machine barefoot or with sandals or similar
light footwear. Wear safety shoes that protect your
feet and improve your grip on slippery surfaces.
13. Always maintain a firm stance and balance. This
allows the machine to be more easily controlled in
unexpected situations.
14. Avoid unintentional start-up. Ensure that the motor
is switched off prior to transporting the machine
or carrying out maintenance or servicing work on
the unit.
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