IVT EA-52I Instruction Manual page 10

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or spark.
∙ To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and petrol storage area free of
vegetative material and excessive grease.
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∙ The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite
some materials. Keep flammable materials away from
the device.
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The muffler becomes very hot during operation and
remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. Be
careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot. Let the
engine cool before storing the machine indoors.
∙ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before starting
the machine.
WARNING! During the use of certain
gasoline tools, some dust containing
chemicals known to cause cancer,
may occur.
Some of these chemicals are: lead from lead based
paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber and other dangerous
products. If dust is present, your risk from these
exposures varies, depending on how often you do this
type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, any
time you do pulverulent operations, work in a well
ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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If the machine strikes a foreign body, examine the
device for signs of damage and carry out any necessary
repairs before restarting and continuing to work.
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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, switch
off the motor and check for the cause immediately.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
∙ Always turn off the machine and wait until the
machine completely stops whenever you leave
the machine, before
before changing accessories, checking, cleaning,
troubleshooting or working on the machine.
∙ It is forbidden to move or modify any of the internal
parts of the machine.
Specific safety rules
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Handle, store and transport the auger with the
maximal care to avoid accidents. If transporting the
machine in a vehicle, pack it in a solid box and fasten it
to prevent unexpected movements.
∙ Do not carry the auger between holes with the
engine running.
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The auger drills have sharp and pointed parts.
Always wear gloves and handle with care to prevent
injuries.
carrying out maintenance,
∙ Do not use a damaged or deformed auger bit.
Immediately replace the damaged auger!
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Spectators and workers must be warned, and
bystanders must be kept safely away from the operating
unit.
∙ Do not drill on hard ground or in the presence of
rocks, roots, asphalt or construction components.
DANGER! Drilling into or contact with
electrical wires may cause severe
shock, burns or death!
Before drilling, use the appropriate tool to make
sure there are no hidden pipes or electric cables,
reservoirs or cement artefacts, gas or telephone
lines, water mains.
∙
Do not drill on icy ground without using the proper
auger drill for ice!
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Never use ice auger without checking with local
authorities for safe ice thickness in lakes, ponds, and
rivers.
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Before starting the unit, equip yourself with all the
proper protective equipment and clothing. Do not wear
loose or baggy clothing while operating the machine.
Wear suitable sturdy clothing, overall long pants. Do not
wear shorts! Wear sturdy, steel-toed safety boots with no-
slippery soles. Do not wear sandals, slippers and do not
work barefoot! Always wear hearing and eye protection,
heavy-duty nonslip gloves, whenever unit is used.
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Remove all objects or debris which could be
thrown, jammed or become entangled to the auger.
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Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not
stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not
work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not lean too
much on the machine.
∙ Do not over reach. Do not operate the machine in
any position other than upright.
∙ Do not drill with the machine tilted from its vertical
axis.
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During drilling, keep the machine steady by gripping
both handles.
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Keep legs and feet away from all moving parts.
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Always shut the engine off before making any
repairs, before transporting and before installing augers.
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During operation, the muffler cover area will
become very hot. Avoid contact during and immediately
after operation. Allow engine and muffler to completely
cool before performing any maintenance.
∙ Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling
and burning sensations, followed by loss of color and
numbness in the fingers. Prolonged work can cause
weakness and extreme pain in fingers, hands, arms,
and shoulders. Consider the following precautions:
- Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck,
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