Safety Instructions; General Instructions; Personal Protective Equipment - Makita RBC420E Original Bedienungsanleitung

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General instructions

- To ensure correct and safe operation, the user must read, understand and follow
this instruction manual to assure familiarity with the handling of the brush cutter or
the string trimmer. Users insufficiently informed will risk danger to themselves as
well as others due to improper handling.
- It is recommended only to loan the brush cutter or the grass trimmer to people who
have proven to be experienced with them. Always hand over the instruction
manual. Use brush cutter only with all guards in place.
- First-time users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to familiarize oneself
with the handling of an engine powered cutter.
- Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be allowed to operate
the brush cutter or the string trimmer. Persons over the age of 16 years may
however use the tool for the purpose of being trained only while under the direct
supervision of a qualified trainer.
- Use brush cutters or string trimmers with the utmost care and attention.
- Operate the brush cutter or the string trimmer only if you are in good physical
condition. Perform all work conscientiously and carefully. The user has to accept
responsibility for others.
- Never use the brush cutter or the string trimmer while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
- Do not use the unit when you are tired.
- Save these instructions for future referral.
- National regulation can restrict the use of the machine.

Personal protective equipment

- The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate, i. e. it should be tight-
fitting but not cause a hindrance. Do not wear jewelry, clothing or long hair which
could become entangled with bushes or shrubs.
- In order to avoid head-, eye-, hand- or foot injuries as well as to protect your
hearing the following protective equipment and protective clothing must be used
during operation of the brush cutter or the string trimmer.
- Always wear a helmet when working in the forest. The protective helmet (1) is to
be checked at regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced at least every
5 years. Use only approved protective helmets.
- The visor (2) of the helmet (or approved goggles) protects the face from flying
sticks, stones or other objects. During operation of the brush cutter or the string
trimmer always wear goggles, or a visor to prevent eye injuries.
- Wear adequate noise protection equipment to avoid hearing impairment (ear
muffs (3),ear plugs etc.), especially during extended work periods.
- The work overalls (4) protect against flying stones and splinters. We strongly
recommend that the user wear work overalls.
- Special gloves (5) made of thick leather are part of the prescribed equipment and
must always be worn during operation of the brush cutter or the string trimmer.
- When using the brush cutter or the string trimmer, always wear sturdy shoes (6)
with a non-slip sole. This protects against injuries and ensures good footing.
Starting up the brush cutter or the string trimmer
- Please make sure that there are no children or other people within a working
range of 50 ft. or 15 meters, also pay attention to any animals in the working
vicinity.
- Before operating, always check that the brush cutter or the string trimmer is
safe for operation:
Check the security of the cutter blade. Be sure the blade mounting nut is firmly
secured. The throttle lever should be checked for smooth and easy action. Check
for proper functioning of the throttle lever lock. The cutter blade must not rotate
during idling. Consult idle adjustment instructions on page 19. Check for clean and
dry handles and test the function of the stop switch. Keep handles free of oil and
fuel.
- Before operation, check and follow local regulations concerning sound level and
hours of operations.
Diagrammatic figure
15 meters
50 feet
4