Safety Instructions; Operator Safety; Multi-Cutter Safety - Bushranger MT261 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Safety Instructions

The warning system in This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.
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: signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
: signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precau-
tions are not followed.
: signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precau-
tions are not followed. Two other words are also used to highlight information.
"Important" calls attention to special mechanical information and "Note" emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.

Operator safety

1. Read and understand this Manual before using the Multi-cutter.
Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this Multi-cutter.
2. Always wear eye protection and hearing protection.
3. Always wear heavy long pants, a long sleeved shirt, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
4. Never operate this Multi-cutter when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
5. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can cause
death.
6. Keep the grip of handles clean of oil, fuel and dirt.

Multi-cutter safety

1. Make sure the Multi-cutter is assembled correctly and that the tool attachment is correctly installed
and securely fastened as instructed in the Assembly section beginning on page 7.
2. Inspect the Multi-cutter before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure
all fasteners are in place and tightened securely. Follow the Maintenance instructions beginning on
page 27.
3. Shut off the engine and be certain the attached tool has completely stopped moving before invert-
ing the Multi-cutter, performing maintenance on or working on the machine.
4. Make sure the attached tool does not move at engine idle speed. Refer to Idle Speed Adjustment,
page 17.
5. Inspect the tool attachment and replace any parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged before
using the Multi-cutter.
6. Never use a tool attachment or replacement parts that are not approved by BUSHRANGER.
7. Maintain the Multi-cutter according to the recommended maintenance intervals and procedures in
the Maintenance section beginning on page 27.
8. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause. If the cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct, return the Multi-cutter
to your servicing BUSHRANGER dealer for repair.
are signal words to identify the level of hazard.
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