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GENERAL
1. Never allow children or persons not conversant with these instruction to use the machine.
Local regulations can have restrictions regarding the age of the driver.
2. Never use the machine if other persons, especially children or animals, are in the
immediate vicinity.
3. Bear in mind that the driver is responsible for accidents involving other people or their
property.
PREPARATIONS
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Wear heavy-duty footwear and long trousers when working. Do not drive the machine in
bare feet or when wearing sandals.
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Warning - Petrol is extremely inflammable.
Store fuel in a container intended for this purpose.
Only fill the machine with fuel outdoors and do not smoke while filling.
Fill with fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the fuel cap or fill while the
engine is running or still warm.
If you should spill any fuel, do not try to start the engine without first moving the
machine from the area where you split the fuel. Avoid all types of sparks, etc. until
the fuel has evaporated.
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Replace the silencer if defective.
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Before use: always check that the blades and fastening equipment are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged parts in sets so that the machine's balance is
maintained. Use only original spare parts.
OPERATING
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Do not run the engine in confined areas where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect.
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Only work in daylight or in good lighting.
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Take care on slopes. Never drive straight across a slope. Drive upwards and down;
downwards and up.
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Watch out for hidden holes in the ground and any other hazards.
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Do not change the engine's regulator settings and do not over rev the engine. There is a
danger of personal injury when the engine runs at too high revs.
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Do not leave the driving position without first switching off the engine.
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Switch off the engine and remove the spark plug cable:
to remove twigs or rubbish that has jammed.
to check, clean or service the machine.
to check whether damage has occurred after colliding with another object.
to check the machine if it starts to vibrate more than normal. (Check immediately).
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