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When the engine starts up, a spark is produced. Sparks can ignite nearby
flammable gases. This might cause explosion or fire.
- Do not use pressurised starting fluids, as their vapours are flammable.
- When the engine is cold, ALWAYS remove the debris building up in the
silencer and engine area. Pay special attention to the debris building up
on the flywheel cover (see Fig. on the side). Keep in mind that the debris
collected on the engine, manifold, muffler and battery might catch fire!
Check and cleaning operations involving this area must be carried out even
more than once in the same work session, if the environmental conditions
(i.e. a lot of dust) require so.
The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can kill in minutes. It cannot be seen,
it does not have any taste nor smell. Even if the exhaust fumes are not inhaled, it is always possible to be
exposed to carbon monoxide. If you feel sick, unwell or weak when using the machine, IMMEDIATELY stop
the engine and contact a physician. This might be due to carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Use this machine ONLY outdoors, away from windows, doors or fans, in order to reduce the risk that the
carbon monoxide builds up and reaches spaces occupied by other people or animals.
- DO NOT use the machine inside the house, in garages, basements, cavity walls, sheds or other partially
closed spaces, even if there are fans or the doors/windows are open. Carbon monoxide builds up fast in
these spaces, and it can stagnate for several hours even after the machine has been turned off.
- Try as much as possible to use the machine upwind, so to inhale as little gas as possible.
When turned on, engines generate significant heat. Some parts, especially
the silencer and the rear metal cover (figure on the side) can become
extremely hot. In case of contact with hands, there is the risk of serious
burns. Use the machine wearing work gloves and keep away from these
surfaces.
Before touching any part of the engine or its utilities, allow silencer,
cylinders, cylinder heads and fins to cool down.
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