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6. USING THE MACHINE
WARNING
You MUST STOP using the machine if any of the following occur.
The engine speed changes with no control.
In case of misfire.
In case of high vibration.
When flames or smoke appear.
In rain or stormy weather.
CAUTION
If you are not familiar with this type of machine you should seek advice and guidance
from your dealer.
DO NOT attempt to lift or move the machine while the engine is running.
4.0
Position the machine in such a way that it cannot move during use, maintenance,
cleaning, adjustment, assembly of accessories or spare parts, as well as under
storage.
4.1
DO NOT force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application.
The correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
4.2
DO NOT change the engine governor settings.
If the engine speed is too high it will cause excessive wear.
If the engine speed is too low the auger will not drill holes effectively.
4.3
DO NOT run the engine at high speed when you are not using it.
4.4
DO NOT put your hands and feet near rotating parts.
Failure to do this could result in serious injury or death.
4.5
Avoid contact with hot fuel, oil, exhaust fumes and hot surfaces.
4.6
DO NOT touch or allow clothing and other flammable materials to come into contact
with the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation.
They remain hot for a short time after you turn off the unit. Allow the engine to cool
before doing maintenance or making adjustments.
4.7
If the machine should start to make an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut
off the engine, disconnect the spark plug HT lead cap, and check for the cause.
Unusual noise or vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
You MUST find the source of the problem and fix it before reusing the machine.
4.8
Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer. Failure to do
so can result in personal injury, and may invalidate any warranty.
4.9
Maintain the machine and check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, broken
parts and any other condition that may affect the machine's operation. If damaged,
have the machine repaired before reuse.
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