Efco 8245 SE Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien page 15

OPERATION
WARNING: Avoid cutting close to fences, sides of
buildings, tree trunks, stones or other such objects
that could cause the stick edger to kick back or could
cause damage to the blade. In addition, be alert to an
increased possibility of ricochets in such situations.
WARNING: The stick edger is normally to be
used at ground level with the cutting attachment
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perpendicular to the ground. Use of a stick edger
above ground level or with the cutting attachment
parallel to the ground may increase the risk of injury,
since the cutting attachment is more fully exposed
and the stick edger may be more difficult to control.
Never use your stick edger as a hedge trimmer.
WARNING: If the blade loosens after being properly
tightened, stop work immediately. The retaining nut
may be worn or damaged and should be replaced.
26 Never use unauthorized parts to secure the blade. If
the blade continues to loosen, see your dealer. Never
use a stick edger with a loose blade.
Look around or otherwise check for the presence and locations of
other people working so as to maintain a distance between each
person sufficient to ensure safety.
Basic Cutting Procedure
1. Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.
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WARNING: Hold the stick edger firmly with both
hands (Fig. 25). Always keep your body to the left of
tube. Never use a cross-handed grip. Left-handers
should follow these instructions too.
Keep a proper cutting stance (Fig. 26).
2. Maintain a proper grip (Fig. 25) on the stick edger whenever the
engine is running. The fingers should encircle the handlebar
and the thumb is wrapped under the handlebar.
Work Area Precautions
WARNING: Cut only grass or weed. Do not cut
metal, plastics, masonry, or non-wood building
materials. Do not cut wood.
• Never allow children to operate your stick edger. Only allow
others to use this stick edger who have read this Operator's
Manual or received adequate instructions for the safe and
proper use of this stick edger.
• Keep everyone - helpers, bystanders, children, and animals at
a safe distance from the cutting area (Fig. 27). During
operations, keep a minimum distance of 50 feet (15 m)
between workers.
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