Ducati DBC 3300M Owner's Manual page 32

English
Owner's manual
unstable footing location.
• Keep hands and feet clear of the nylon
cutting head while unit is in use.
• Do not use this type of machine for
sweeping away debris.
• Do not use the unit when you are tired, ill
or under the influence of medication, drugs
or alcohol.
• Use nylon cutting head which is free of
damage. If a stone or any other obstacle
is hit, stop the engine and check the nylon
cutting head. A broken or unbalanced
nylon cutting head must never be used.
• Do not store in a closed area where fuel
vapors can reach an open flame from hot
water heaters, heaters, furnaces, etc.
Store in a locked, well ventilated area only.
• Ensure safe and proper performance of
your product. These part are available
from your dealer. The use of any other
accessories or attachments may cause
a potential hazard or injury to the user,
damage to the machine and void this
warranty.
• Clean the machine completely, especially,
the fuel tank, its surroundings, and the air
cleaner.
• When refueling, be sure to stop the engine
and confirm that it is cooled down. Never
refuel when the engine is running or hot.
When gasoline spills, be sure to wipe it up
completely and properly dispose of those
materials before starting the engine.
• Stay clear of other workers or bystanders
by at least 15 meters /50 feet.
• When ever approaching an operator of
the machine, carefully call his attention
and confirm that the operator stops the
engine. Be careful not to startle or distract
the operator which can cause an unsafe
situation.
32
• Never touch the nylon cutting head when
the engine is running. If it is necessary to
adjust the protector or nylon cutting head,
be sure to stop the engine and confirm
that the nylon cutting head has stopped
running.
• The engine should be turned off when the
machine is moved between work areas.
• Be careful not to hit the nylon cutting head
against stones, or the ground.
• Unreasonable rough operation will shorten
the life of the machine as well as create an
unsafe environment for yourself and those
around you.
• Pay attention to loosening and overheating
of parts. If there is any abnormality of the
machine, stop operation immediately and
check the machine carefully. If necessary,
have the machine serviced by anauthorized
dealer. Never continue to operate a
machine which may be malfunctioning.
• In start-up or during operation of the
engine, never touch hot parts such as the
muffler, the high voltage wire or the spark
plug.
• After the engine has stopped, the muffler
is still hot. Never place the machine in any
places where there are flammable materials
(dry grass, etc.), combustible gases or
combustible liquids.
• Pay special attention to operation in the
rain or just after the rain as the ground may
be slippery.
• If you slip or fall to the ground or into a
hole, release the throttle lever immediately.
• Be careful not to drop the machine or hit it
against obstacles.
• Before proceeding to adjust or repair the
machine, be sure to stop the engine and
detach the spark plug cap from the spark