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• Make sure that the screws and connecting ele-
ments are tightened securely. Never operate the
device if it is not correctly set, complete or securely
assembled.
• Open the fuel tank slowly to release any pressure
that may have built up in the fuel tank. To prevent
the risk of fire, move at least 3 metres away from
the refuelling area before starting the device.
• Guide the grass trimmer to the desired height.
Avoid touching small objects (e.g. stones) with the
grass trimmer.
• Always keep the grass trimmer on the ground when
the device is in operation.
• Only use the device if the appropriate protective
cover is installed and in good condition.
• Do not use any other cutting tools. For your own
safety, only use accessories and additional equip-
ment that are specified in the operating manual.
The use of cutting tools or accessories other than
those recommended in the operating manual may
pose a personal danger of injury to you.
• Always trim and cut in the upper speed range. Do
not run the engine at low speed at the start of mow-
ing or during trimming.
• Ensure that the device does not come into contact
with the ground, stones, wire or other foreign ob-
jects when starting and during operation.
• Switch the device off before putting it down.
• Always switch off the engine before working on the
cutting tool.
5.2.3 Work safety instructions for brush cutters
5.2.3.1 Preparation
• The brush cutter violently throws objects and earth
away. This can cause blindness or injury. Wear eye,
face and leg protection. Always remove objects
from the work area before using the brush cutter.
• The brush cutter stops when the throttle is released.
An outlet from a brush cutter can cause cuts to you
or bystanders. Before carrying out any work on the
brush cutter, switch off the engine and ensure that
the brush cutter has come to a standstill.
5.2.3.2 Safety of personnel
• Bystanders may suffer blindness or injuries. Main-
tain a spacing of 15 metres between yourself and
other persons or animals in all directions.
5.2.3.3 Use and handling
• Do not use the device if all cutting blade attach-
ments are not properly installed.
• The cutting blade can be jerked away from ob-
jects (kick-back). This can lead to injuries to the
arms and legs. If the device encounters foreign
objects, stop the engine immediately and wait
until the cutting blade has come to a stopper.
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Check the cutting blade for damage. Always replace
the cutting blade if it is bent or cracked. Warning!
Cracked cutting blades can be flung out.
• Switch the motor off and remove the spark plug
connector if carrying out work on the cutting blade
(e.g. removal of a blockage, checking of the cutting
unit).
• Warning! Sharp edges on the brush cutter. It is
necessary to wear gloves.
• Check whether the set of blade and saw chain is
stationary when the engine is idling.
• Check the machine for loose fastenings, fuel leaks
and damaged parts, such as cracks in the set of
blade and saw chain.
• Remark! National regulations may restrict the use
of the machine.
• It is necessary to carry out a daily visual inspection
before use and after dropping the device or other
impacts in order to discover significant defects.
• Wear both non-slip foot protection and protective
clothing.
• Never use the machine if the user is tired, ill or un-
der the influence of alcohol or other drugs before
working with the machine.
• It is necessary to take rest breaks and switch work-
ing positions when using the machine.
• Keep a firm footing and keep your balance during
operation. It is necessary to use the supplied car-
rying strap.
• It is necessary to keep the machine in good work-
ing order.
• Use the guards for sets of blade and saw chain with
metal blade.
• Use transport protection for metal blades during
transport and storage.
• Only use manufacturer's recommended original
cutting tools. Other cutting tools not recommend-
ed by the manufacturer may damage the device or
cause injury.
5.3 Work safety instructions for hedge trimmers
Note:
• The hedge trimmer is supplied fully assembled.
• You will find notes and illustrations on setting, use
of the hedge trimmer and its actuator components,
maintenance and lubrication by the user in this
manual and on the fold-out page.
• Notes on the working position (see fold-out page).
• Notes on actuator components (see fold-out page).
• Notes on safe use of fuel (see chapter "Before com-
missioning").
• Notes on the recommended replacement or repair
of parts or customer service and specifications
of spare parts to be used, where these affect the
health and safety of users, can be found in this
manual.
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