Operational Safety Instructions For The Strimmer; Operational Safety Instructions For The Cutting Blade - FLORABEST FBK 4 A1 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Operational safety instructions for the strimmer

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Preparation
■ Wear close-fitting clothes that offer good protection, such as long
trousers, sturdy work shoes, heavy-duty protective gloves, a hard hat,
a protective mask for your face or safety goggles to protect your eyes
and good ear plugs or some other hearing protection against noise.
■ Always use the enclosed shoulder strap.
■ Always ensure that the handles are dry and clean and that no petrol
mixture is present.
■ Before working, check the area for objects such as pieces of metal,
bottles, stones, etc, which could get thrown up and cause injuries to the
user.
■ Before starting the engine, make sure that the strimmer is not in contact
with any obstacles.
■ Do not use the appliance until you have familiarised yourself with its
use.
Electrical safety
■ Never use the appliance near highly flammable liquids or gases, either
in closed rooms or in the open. This may result in explosions and/or
fire.
■ Do not work with a damaged or incomplete appliance or an appli-
ance that has been modified without the consent of the manufacturer.
Never use the unit with defective protective equipment. Do not use the
appliance if it has a defective on/off switch. If the appliance has been
dropped, check for significant damage or defects.
Personal safety
■ This appliance may only be operated, adjusted and maintained by
appropriately trained individuals and adults.
■ If you are not familiar with the appliance, practice handling the appliance
while the engine is off.
■ Do not touch the exhaust.
■ Do not operate the appliance under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
■ Always hold the appliance with both hands. Your thumbs and fingers
should encircle the handles.
■ Work posture: Do not operate the appliance in an uncomfortable
position, when you are unbalanced, with arms fully stretched or with
only one hand.
■ Always ensure that you have a solid and firm stance.
■ Do not use the appliance if spectators or animals are in the direct vicin-
ity. Maintain a minimum distance of 15 metres between the operator
and other people or animals when trimming. Maintain a minimum dis-
tance of 30 metres between the operator and other persons or animals
when mowing down to the ground.
■ When mowing on a slope, always stand at a lower level than the
cutting tool. Never cut or trim on an icy, slippery hill or slope.
■ Any modifications to the product may risk personal safety and void the
manufacturer's warranty.
■ Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
■ Do not use the appliance if it is damaged or if there are visible defects.
Use and handling
■ Use the appliance only for its intended purpose: cutting grass, mowing,
pruning branches, cutting and trimming hedges and bushes.
■ Do not use the appliance for extended periods; take regular breaks.
■ Ensure that screws and connecting elements are firmly tightened. Never
operate the appliance if it is not correctly adjusted, incomplete or if it is
not properly assembled.
■ Open the fuel tank slowly in order to allow any pressure which may have
built up in the tank to dissipate. To prevent the risk of fire, move at least 3
metres away from the refuelling area before starting the appliance.
■ Guide the strimmer to the desired height. Avoid contact with small
objects (e.g. stones) when using the strimmer.
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■ Always hold the strimmer on the ground when the appliance is in
operation.
■ Do not use the appliance unless the appropriate protective guard has
been installed and is in good condition.
■ Do not use any other cutting tools. For your safety, only use the
accessories and additional devices that are indicated in the operating
instructions. The use of parts other than those recommended in the
operating instructions, or other accessories, can put you at risk of injury.
■ Always trim and cut using the high speed range. Do not let the engine
run at a low speed when starting to mow or trim.
■ When starting and operating the appliance, ensure that it does not
come into contact with the ground, stones, wire or other foreign mater-
ial. Switch off the appliance before you put it down.
■ Switch off the appliance before you put it away.
■ Always turn the engine off before working on the cutting tool.
Operational safety instructions for the cutting
blade
Preparation
■ The cutting blade flings objects and soil with great force. These can
blind or cause other injuries. Wear eye, face and leg protection. Always
remove objects from the work area before using the cutting blade.
■ The cutting blade continues running after the throttle lever has been
released. A running-down cutting blade can inflict cuts to yourself or
other people standing nearby. Turn the engine off and make sure that
the cutting blade has come to a complete stop before performing any
work on the cutting blade.
Personal safety
■ The appliance can blind and cause injuries to bystanders. Maintain a
minimum distance of 15 metres in all directions between the appliance
and other people or animals.
Use and handling
■ Do not use the appliance if any of the cutting blade accessories have
not been properly installed.
■ The cutting blade can kick back from objects with force. This can cause
injuries to your arms and legs. If the appliance comes into contact with
a foreign body, immediately shut down the engine and wait until the
cutting blade has come to a complete stop. Check the cutting blade for
damage. Always replace the cutting blade if it is bent or cracked.
FBK 4 A1