Safety Instr Uctions; P Ersonal Protective Equipment; Machine ' S Safety Equipment - RedMax HBZ260R Operator's Manual

P ersonal protective equipment

W ARNING! You must use approved
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personal protective equipment whenever
you use the machine. Personal protective
equipment cannot eliminate the risk of
injury but it will reduce the degree of
injury if an accident does happen. Ask
your dealer for help in choosing the right
equipment. Please read the operator's
manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using
the machine.
W ARNING! Listen out for warning signals
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or shouts when you are wearing hearing
protection. Always remove your hearing
protection as soon as the engine stops.
• Gloves should be worn when necessary.
• Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise
reduction.
• Always wear approved eye protection. If you use a
visor then you must also wear approved protective
goggles. Approved protective goggles must comply
with standard ANSI Z87.1 in the USA or EN 166 in EU
countries. Blows from branches or objects that are
thrown can damage the eyes.
• Wear sturdy, non-slip boots.

SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS

• Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves, and a
long-sleeve shirt. To reduce the risk of injury
associated with objects being drawn into rotating
parts, do not wear loose clothing, scarves, jewelry,
etc. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
• A breathing mask should be used when there is a risk
of dust.
• Always have a first aid kit nearby.
Mac hine ' ' ' ' s safety equipment
This section descr ibes the machine ' s safety equipment,
its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be
carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the
"What is what?" section to locate where this equipment is
positioned on your machine.
W ARNING! Never use a machine that has
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faulty safety equipment! Carry out the
inspection, maintenance and service
routines listed in this section.
Stop s witch
Use the stop s witch to switch off the engine.
Remove the ignition cable and the spark plug to carry out
inspection and maintenance.
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