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Throttle lock
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Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting
when the throttle lock is released.
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Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its
original position when you release it.
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Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freely
and that the return springs work properly.
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Start the power cutter and apply full throttle. Release the
throttle and check that the blades stop and remain at a
standstill. If the blades rotate when the throttle is in the idle
position you should check the carburettor's idle
adjustment. See instructions under the heading
Maintenance.
Checking the blade guards
Never use a defective guard or a guard that has not been
fitted correctly.
WARNING! Always check that the guards are
!
correctly fitted before starting the machine.
Also check that the blades are fitted
correctly and are not damaged in anyway.
Damaged blades can cause personal
injuries. See instructions under the heading
Assembly.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety precautions
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A power cutter is designed to cut hard materials, such as
masonry. Observe the increased risk of kickback when
cutting soft materials. See instructions under the heading
How to avoid kickback.
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Do not use the power cutter until you have read the entire
contents of this Operator's Manual.
All servicing, in addition to the points listed in the section
"Control, maintenance and service of the power cutter's
safety equipment", should be carried out by trained
service specialists.
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Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect
your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.
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Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
under the heading Personal protective equipment.
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Never use a machine that has been modified in any way
from its original specification.
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Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks,
maintenance and service instructions described in this
manual. Some maintenance and service measures must
be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See
instructions under the heading Maintenance.
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Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first
ensuring that they have understood the contents of the
operator's manual.
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Never use the machine indoors. Be aware of the dangers
of inhaling the engine's exhaust fumes.
Transport and storage
Store the power cutter in a lockable area so that it is out of
reach of children and unauthorised persons.
Inspect new blades for transport or storage damage.
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