Ikra BHS 6111 Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 12

such cases the operator will require
noise protection (e.g. wearing of
ear protectors).
B3.2 – Wear a safety helmet in ar
eas where objects are likely to fall.
B4 – Wear sturdy shoes with non
slip soles.
B5 – Wear sturdy gloves
B6 - HEDGETRIMMER users must
be in good physical condition.
DO NOT USE the machine if you
feel tired, ill or are under the influ-
ence of alcohol or other drugs.
B7 - CAUTION! Exhaust fumes are
toxic and asphyxiating. If inhaled,
these fumes may even be lethal.
Do not start the engine in closed or
poorly ventilate environments.
B8 – Prolonged use of the machine
may hinder blood circulation to the
hands (Raynaud's phenomenon)
due to vibrations.
The following factors may pose a
risk to the operator's health:
- Operator is predisposed to poor
blood circulation in the hands.
- The machine is used in cold
weather (warm gloves are strongly
recommended).
- The machine is used non-stop for
long periods (we suggest using it
at intervals).
- If you feel a tingling sensation or
numb in any way, please seek me-
dical attention.
B8.1 – Always hold the machine
with both hands.
Stand in a safe and steady position
on both legs. Stay balanced. Do
not use on unstable ladders. To
cut tall hedges, a stable scaffold is
recommended.
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B9 - CAUTION! Petrol and its va-
pours are highly flammable.
BURNING AND FIRE HAZARDS
B9.1 – Stop the engine before
refuelling.
B9.2 – Do not smoke while refu-
elling.
B9.3 – Wipe off any fuel that may
have spilled. Start up the engine
away from the place where it was
refuelled.
B9.4 – Make sure the tank cap is
tightened properly.
Beware of any leaks.
B10 - SAFETY DEVICES
B10.1 - the THROTTLE LEVER
LOCK (see fig.1 part. 4) prevents
the accidental use of the throttle
control lever.
B10.2 - the ENGINE CUT-OFF
SWITCH (ON/OFF) stops the engi-
ne (fig. 1 part. 3).
DANGER! Caution! The cutting
blade continues to spin for a while
even after the power switch has
been shut "OFF".