SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Basic clearing techniquesBrush cutting using a grass blade
Y Always carry out clearing and trimming at full throttle.
Y A blade is used for all types
of high or thick grass.
Y Always drop to idling speed after each working operation.
Longer periods running at full throttle without loading the
Y The grass is cut down with
engine (that is without resistance, which the engine feelsa sideways, swinging
from the cutting equipment when trimming) can lead to
movement, where the
serious engine damage.movement from right-to-
left is the clearing stroke
and the movement from
Designationsleft-to-right is the return
stroke. Let the blade work
Y Brush cutting is a generalon the left-hand side
term for clearing grass.(between 8 and 12
Grass blades are used for
oOclock).
this purpose.
Y If the blade is angled to the
left when clearing the grass
will collect in a line, which
makes collection easier,
e.g. when raking.
Y Grass trimming is a
Y Try to work rhythmically. Stand firmly with your feet apart.
general term for light
clearing, e.g. aroundMove forward after the return stroke and stand firmly again.
edges or around trees. A
Y Let the support cup rest lightly against the ground. It is used
trimmer head or plastic
blade is used.to protect the blade from hitting the ground.
Y Reduce the risk of material wrapping around the blade by
following these instructions:
WARNING!a) Always work at full throttle.
Sometimes grass can collect in the sprayb) Avoid the previously cut material during the return
!guard and cutting head. Always stop thestroke.
engine when cleaning.
Y Stop the engine, loosen the harness and place the machine
on the ground before you start to collect the cut material.
WARNING!
Neither the user of the tool or anyone else
!may attempt to remove the cut material
while the engine is running or with the blade
rotating as this can result in serious injury.
Stop the engine and blade before you
remove material that has wound around the
blade as otherwise there is a risk of injury.
The bevel gear unit can get hot during use
and may remain so for a while afterwards.
There is a risk of slight burns if you touch it.
WARNING!
Warning for thrown objects. Always wear
!protective glasses. Never lean over the
guard. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown
up into the eyes causing blindness or
serious injury.
Keep unauthorised persons at a distance.
Children, animals, onlookers and helpers
should be kept outside the safety zone of 15
m. Stop the machine immediately if anyone
approaches.
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