Residual Risk; Risk Reduction - Homelite HLT25SDSN Manual

■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in a safe
working condition.

RESIDUAL RISK

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■ Injury caused by vibration
– Hold the product by designated handles and restrict
working time and exposure.
■ Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury
– Wear hearing protection and limit exposure.
■ Eye injury due to flying debris
– Wear eye protection at all times.

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud's Syndrome.
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. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the
effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
the product, wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud's syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
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Safety alert
Please read the instructions carefully
before starting the product.
Wear eye, hearing, and head protection
when operating the product.
Original instructions
Beware of thrown or flying objects. Keep
all bystanders, especially children and
pets, at least 15 m from the operating
area.
The product is not intended for use with
a toothed saw type blade.
Do not use blade(s) on the product.
Rotational direction and maximum
speed of the shaft for the cutting
attachment.
Wear non-slip safety footwear when
using the product.
Wear non-slip, heavy duty gloves.
Set switch to ON.
PRIME - Press the primer bulb 10 times
slowly.
Run position
Half choke position
Full choke position
Squeeze the trigger and pull the starter
grip.
Wait for 10 seconds.
Keep hands away from blades.
To reduce the risk of injury or damage,
avoid contact with any hot surface.
Use 2-stroke lubricant for air cooled
engines.
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