General Safety Rules - WilTec ARTICEL 61197 Operation Manual

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND FOLLOW WARNINGS

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

For safe operation read and understand all instructions before using the post hole digger. Follow
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all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions below can result in serious personal
injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.
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The power drill must only be used by adults in good physical condition with knowledge of the op-
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erating instructions.
Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can
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kill.
Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wires
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or strings which can become entangled in the auger.
Wear protective non-slip safety-shoes, gloves, glasses and ear protection while operating this
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unit.
Wear heavy long pants. Do not wear loose clothing, short pants, loose jewelry of any kind, or use
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with bare feet.
Secure long hair to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
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Keep all bystanders, children and pets at least 3m away.
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Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medica-
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tion.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
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exposure to hot surfaces.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the post hole digger because these parts get
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hot from operation.
Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before making any andjustments or re-
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pairs except for carburetor adjustments.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, damaged components, fuel leaks or other
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damages. Replace any damaged part before use.
It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools may contribute a condition called Ray-
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naud's Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness and blanching
of the fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors exposure to cold and
dampness, diet, smoking and work practices are all thought to contribute to the development of
these symptoms. It is presently unknown what may contribute to the condition. There are mea-
sures that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibrations:
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