Makita UR013G Instruction Manual page 5

16. Keep all parts of the body away from the cut-
ter, line or blade when the machine is operat-
ing. Before you start the machine, make sure
the cutter, line or blade is not contacting any-
thing. A moment of inattention while operating the
machine may result in injury to yourself or others.
17. Do not operate the machine above waist
height. This helps prevent unintended cutter or
blade contact and enables better control of the
machine in unexpected situations.
18. When cutting brush or saplings that are under
tension, be alert for spring back. When the
tension in the wood fibres is released, the brush or
sapling may strike the operator and/or throw the
machine out of control.
19. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and
saplings. The slender material may catch the blade
and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
20. Maintain control of the machine and do not
touch cutters, lines or blades and other hazard-
ous moving parts while they are still in motion.
This reduces the risk of injury from moving parts.
21. Carry the machine with the machine switched
off and away from your body. Proper handling of
the machine will reduce the likelihood of acciden-
tal contact with a moving cutter, line or blade.
22. When transporting or storing the machine,
always fit the cover on metal blades. Proper
handling of the machine will reduce the likelihood
of accidental contact with the blade.
23. Only use replacement cutters, lines, cutting
heads and blades specified by the manufac-
turer. Incorrect replacement parts may increase
the risk of breakage and injury.
24. When clearing jammed material or servicing
the machine, make sure the switch is off and
the battery pack is removed. Unexpected start-
ing of the machine while clearing jammed material
or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
Blade thrust causes and related warnings
Blade thrust is a sudden sideways, forward or backward
motion of the machine, which may occur when the
blade jams or catches on an object such as a sapling
or a tree stump. It can be violent enough to cause the
machine and/or operator to be propelled in any direc-
tion, and possibly lose control of the machine.
Blade thrust and its related hazards can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below.
1. Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the
machine and position your arms to resist
blade thrust. Position your body to the left side
of the machine. Blade thrust can increase the risk
of injury due to the machine moving unexpectedly.
Blade thrust can be controlled by the operator if
proper precautions are taken.
If the blade binds, or when interrupting a cut
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for any reason, switch the machine off and
hold the machine motionless in the material
until the blade comes to a complete stop.
While the blade is binding, never attempt to
remove the machine from the material or pull
the machine backward while the blade is in
motion, otherwise blade thrust may occur.
Investigate and take corrective actions to elimi-
nate the cause of blade binding.
3. Do not use blunt or damaged blades. Blunt or
damaged blades increase the risk of jamming or
catching on an object, resulting in blade thrust.
4. Always maintain good visibility of the material
being cut. Blade thrust is more likely to occur in
areas where it is difficult to see the material being
cut.
5. If you are approached by another person while
operating the machine, switch the machine off.
There is an increased risk of injury to other per-
sons being struck by the moving blade in the event
of blade thrust.
Additional Safety Instructions
1. Inspect the tool for damage upon striking a
hard object or if there appears to be excessive
vibration.
2. Keep hands away from the cutter for the nylon
cord on the guard.
When wearing the harness, make sure that
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there are no other wearable interferes with the
release and removal of the harness.
Keep the ventilation openings clear of debris.
4.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions
WARNING:
When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following.
Read All Instructions
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
General instructions
1. Never allow people unfamiliar with these
instructions or children to use the machine.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the
operator. It is dangerous in the hands of untrained
users or children.
Be sure that anyone who is to operate the tool
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has first read the instruction manual.
Use the tool with the utmost care and
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attention.
4. Operate the tool only if you are in good phys-
ical condition. Perform all work calmly and
carefully. Use common sense and keep in mind
that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
Never operate the tool when tired, feeling ill or
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under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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