General Safety Rules - Hurricane BHS 22-24/55 Bedienungsanleitung

Anleitung BHS 22-24-55
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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WARNING! When using gas tools, basic safety precautions,
including the following, should always be followed to reduce
the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
Read all these instructions before operating this product and
save these instructions.
This unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for
following unit manual instructions and warnings. Read entire
operator's manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the
use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow
unit, manual instructions and warnings. Never allow children
to operate this unit.
1. Wear close fitting, tough work clothing that will
provide protection, such as long slacks or trousers,
safety work shoes, heavy duty work gloves, hard hat, a
safety face shield, or safety glasses for eye protection
and a good grade of ear plugs or other sound barriers
for hearing protection.
2. Store in a safe place. Open fuel cap slowly to release
any pressure which may have formed in fuel tank. To
prevent a fire hazard, move at least 10 feet (3 meters)
from fueling area before starting.
3. Turn unit off before setting it down.
4. Always hold unit firmly with both hands, the thumb
and fingers encircling the handles.
5. Keep all screws and fasteners tight. Never operate
your equipment when it is improperly adjusted or not
completely and securely assembled.
6. Keep handles dry, clean and free of fuel mixture.
7. Check area you will be trimming for debris that may
be struck or thrown during operation.
8. Stop the engine or disconnect from mains before:
- cleaning or when clearing a blockage.
- checking, maintenance or working on the machine.
9. Store equipment away from possible flammable
materials, such as gas-powered water heaters, clothes
dryers, or oil-fired furnaces, portable heaters, etc.
10. Always keep the debris shield, stringhead, and engine
free of debris build-up.
11. Operation of equipment should always be restricted to
mature and properly instructed individuals.
12. Never allow children to use the machine.
13. Avoid operating while people, especially children are
nearby.
14. While operating the machine always be sure of a safe
and secure operating position especially when using
steps or a ladder.
15. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. Never add
fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Do not
inhale fuel fumes as they are toxic.
16. Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you are
qualified to do so.
17. Do not operate the machine with a damaged or
excessively worn cutting device.
18. To reduce fire hazard keep engine and silencer free of
debris, leaves, or excessive lubricant.
19. A warning of noise level and the need for ear protection.
20. Always ensure all handles and guards are fitted when
using the machine. Never attempt to use an incomplete
machine or one fitted with an unauthorized modification.
21. Where a hedge trimmer is provided with more than one
handle always use two hands to operate it.
22. When transporting or storing the machine always fit the
cutting device guard.
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23. Always be aware of your surroundings and stay alert for
possible hazards that you may not hear due to the noise
of the machine.
What not to do
1. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER FUEL than that
recommended in your manual. Always follow
instructions in the Fuel and Lubrication section of this
manual. Never use gasoline unless it is properly mixed
with 2-cycle engine lubricant. Permanent damage to
engine will result, voiding manufacturer's warranty.
2. DO NOT SMOKE while refueling or operating
equipment.
3. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT A MUFFLER and
properly installed muffler shield.
4. DO NOT TOUCH or let your hands or body come in
contact with the muffler. Hold unit with thumbs and
fingers encircling the handles.
5. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT IN AWKWARD POSITIONS, off
balance, outstretched arms, or one-handed. Always use
two hands when operating unit with thumbs and fingers
encircling the handles.
6. DO NOT RAISE BLADE above ground level while unit is
operating. Injury to operator could result.
7. DO NOT USE UNIT FOR ANY PURPOSES OTHER
than trimming lawn or garden areas.
8. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT
PERIODS. Rest periodically.
9. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS.
10. DO NOT ADD, REMOVE OR ALTER ANY
COMPONENTS OF THIS PRODUCT. Doing so could
cause personal injury and/or damage the unit voiding
the manufacturer's warranty.
11. DO NOT operate your unit near or around flammable
liquids or gases whether in or out of doors. An explosion
and/or fire may result.
General Identification
1. Blades
2. Protect Guide
3. Shield
4. Front Handle
5. Choke Lever
6. Ignition Switch
7. Starting Foot Brace
8. Fuel Cap
9. Primer Bulb
10. Air Filter Cover
11. Starter Handle
12. Rear Handle
13. Throttle Lock
14. Throttle Trigger
15. Muffler Cover
Specifications
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