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Use only accessories specified by the manufacturer. The
use of accessories, including cutting equipments and
protection equipment, which is not recommended by the
manufacturer can cause very severe injuries and damage
to property.
You can leave your unit are only carried out by qualified
personnel and repair with original spare parts only. This
is to ensure that the safety of the device is maintained.
Kick back - Backlash
When working with metal cutting blades, it can lead to a
backlash of the whole device or to a sudden movement
forward, if solid objects (trees, branches, stones, or the
like) are touched.
This backlash takes place without prior warning and can
lead to loss of control over the device and the device
and endanger the user and bystanders around. There are
special threats in areas which are not very visible and in
dense vegetation.
So you will keep the control in case of a backlash
• Always hold the device with both hands securely
when working .
• Make sure you have a secure position. Keep your
feet comfortably apart and always expect a possible
backlash.
• Do not overestimate your abilities and maintain
Balance at all times while working.
• Before you begin to cut, the cutting blade should have
reached the full working speed.
While cutting brush, stones and debris can be flung up
and cause serious injury. Make sure that the protective
hood is mounted securely.
If rotating parts (cutting blades) are incorrectly attached,
this can lead to serious accidents. Before starting work,
check the cutting blade that it is securely fixed.
Other risks
Even if you operate this power tool as per specifications,
there will still be other risks. The following risks may
occur in connection with the style and design of this
power tool:
1. Health risks, which result from hand-arm vibrations, in
case the device is used over a longer period of time, is
not properly held or maintained.
2. Personal injury and property damage caused by tool
adapters, which are flung around unexpectedly due
to sudden damage, wear or incorrect fitting from the
device.
3. For an adequate protective equipment during the use,
care has to be taken as per the operating instructions.
All other usages are ruled out. The user / operator is
responsible for injuries resulting damage or injury due
to incorrect use, and not the manufacturer. Only 3-teeth
blades suitable for the machine as mentioned in the
operating manual may be used.
The frequent use of vibrating devices can cause
nerve damage for persons whose blood circulation is
compromised (for example, smokers, diabetic patients).
If you notice unusual impairments, discontinue work
immediately and seek medical attention. Observe the
following precautions to reduce the risks:
1. Keep your body, in particular your hands warm
especially in cool weather.
2. Take regular breaks and move your hands while doing
so, to promote blood circulation
3. Take up different working positions regularly, to avoid
a one-sided stress to the body and to prevent damage to
health.
Ensure that there is lowest possible vibration of the
device by regular maintenance and solid parts at the
tool.
Do not smoke while refuelling or operating the device.
Wipe off any fuel spilled immediately
Check the device for possible leaks. Do not use the
device if you find any such thing.
While the engine is running or in case of a hot engine,
the fuel tank cap may not be opened and the fuel may
not be refilled.
Do not touch the exhaust. Risk of burns.
Use only the fuel recommended in the manual.
Keep gasoline only in containers designated for it in a
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