Homelite HPW2600 Operator's Manual Original Instructions page 2

general safety rules
warning
read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will
cause death or serious personal injury.
read all instructions.
■ Know your tool. Read the operator's manual carefully.
Learn the machine's applications and limitations as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool.
■ Keep guards in place and in working order. Never
operate the tool with any guard or cover removed.
Make sure all guards are operating properly before
each use.
■ remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
■ to reduce the risk of injury, keep children and
visitors away. All visitors should wear safety glasses
and be kept a safe distance from work area.
■ Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
■ do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
Carbon monoxide, a colourless, odourless, and
extremely dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness
or death.
■ use right tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do a
job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose
not intended.
■ dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewellery. They can get caught and draw
you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
■ do not operate the equipment while barefoot
or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect
your feet and improve your footing on slippery
surfaces.
■ exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
■ always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ansi Z87.1. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ don't overreach or stand on unstable support.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
■ use only recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
■ follow the maintenance instructions specified in
this manual.
■ Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service center to avoid risk of personal
injury.
■ never leave tool running unattended. Turn power
off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
■ Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or grease to
reduce the chance of a fire hazard.
■ Keep the exhaust pipe free of foreign objects.
■ follow manufacturer's recommendations for safe
loading, unloading, transport, and storage of
machine.
■ Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to
stop the product and bleed pressure quickly.
■ Keep tool dry, clean, and free from lubricant and
grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, petrol, petroleum-based
products, or any solvents to clean tool.
■ stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are
doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool
when you are tired. Do not rush.
■ do not operate the product while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
■ Check the work area before each use. Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or
string which can be thrown or become entangled in
the machine.
■ do not use tool if switch does not turn it off. Have
defective switches replaced by an authorised service
center.
■ Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off
the engine and make certain all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the
wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
■ avoid dangerous environment. Don't use in damp or
wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
■ never use in an explosive atmosphere. Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
■ do not operature while smoking or near an open
flame.
■ do not operate around dry brush, twigs, cloth rags, or
other flammable materials.
Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct discharge
stream at persons.
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warning