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Operate the brushcutter only with the shoulder strap attached,
which is to be suitably adjusted before putting the brushcut-
ter into operation. It is essential to adjust the shoulder strap
according to the user's size to prevent fatigue during use.
Never hold the cutter with one hand during use.
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When working with the brushcutter always hold it with both
hands (10). Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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Operate the brushcutter in such a manner as to avoid
inhala tion of the exhaust gases. Do not start or operate the
brush cutter in closed rooms (risk of gas poisoning). Carbon
monoxide is an odorless gas. Work only in well-ventilated
places.
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When taking a break or leaving the brushcutter unattended,
turn off the engine (11) and set the brushcutter down in such
a way that there is no risk of injury to yourself or others.
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Never put the hot brushcutter onto dry grass or onto any com-
bustible materials.
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Shut off the engine during transport or when moving on to a
new location (11).
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Never operate the engine with a faulty exhaust mufß er.
Kickback
When operating the brushcutter, uncontrolled kickback may
occur. This is especially likely when using the 12-2 o´clock blade
area (12).
Never apply this segment of the brush cutter to solids, such as bus-
hes and trees, etc., having a diameter in excess of 2 cm (3/4").
If you do this, the brushcutter will be thrown to one side at high
speed and with great force. High risk of injury!
Never attempt to cut with the 12-2 o´clock blade area (Þ gure
12)!
Kickback prevention (13):
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To avoid kickbacks, observe the following:
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Always watch what you´re doing! Be careful when continuing
cuts started previously.
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The cutting tool must be turning at full speed before starting
cuts.
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Kickback is especially likely in the blade area between 12 and
2 o´clock, especially when using metal cutting tools.
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Cutting operations within a blade segment between 11 and 12
o'clock, and between 2 and 5 o'clock, must only be performed
by trained and experienced operators, and then only at their
own risk.
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Easy cutting with almost no kickback is possible within a
blade segment between 8 and 11 o'clock.
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● Breaks
● Transport
● Refuelling
● Maintenance
● Tool replacement
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Caution:
Kickback
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Caution:
Kickback
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STOP
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