IKRA BT 2335 Manuel D'utilisation page 18

• Always use the proper handles and shoulder strap
when cutting.
• Do not smoke while mixing fuel or filling the tank.
• Do not mix fuel in a closed room or near open
flames. Ensure sufficient ventilation.
• Always mix and store the fuel in a properly marked
container approved by local law and regulations for
such use.
• Never remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is
running.
• Never start or run the engine inside a closed room
or building. Engine exhaust gases contain danger-
ous carbon monoxide.
• Never attempt to make adjustments to the engine
with the unit running and strapped-on. Always put
the unit on a flat, clear surface to make any adjust-
ments.
• Do not use the unit if it is damaged or poorly ad-
justed. Never remove the device's protection cover.
Otherwise serious injury may occur to the operator
or bystanders and the device may be damaged.
• Inspect the working area and remove all objects
that could become caught in the nylon cutting head.
Also remove any objects that may be thrown away
by the unit during cutting.
• Keep children away. Onlookers should be kept at a
safe distance from the working area, i.e., at least 15
METERS (50 FEET) AWAY.
• Never leave the device unattended.
• Do not use this unit for any work other than that it
is intended for as described in these Operating In-
structions.
• Do not overreach. Ensure safe footing and good
balance at all times. Do not operate the unit stand-
ing on a ladder or any other unstable surface.
• Keep hands and feet clear of the nylon cutting head
while operating the unit.
• Do not use this type of device for sweeping away
any kind of debris, litter or other objects.
• Do not use the unit when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol.
• Use only nylon cutting heads that free from dam-
age. If you should hit a stone or any other obstacle,
stop the engine and inspect the nylon cutting head
for damage. A broken or unbalanced nylon cutting
head must not be used any more. FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF
ACCESSORIES.
• Do not store the device in a closed area where fuel
vapours may reach an open flame (e.g., of hot-water
apparatuses, heaters, furnaces, etc.). Always store
in a locked, well-ventilated area.
• Ensure the safe and proper performance of your
device. Spare parts are available from your dealer.
The use of any other accessories or attachments
may create a potential danger to the operator, result
in damage to the device and furthermore void this
warranty.
• Clean the machine completely, especially the fuel
tank, its surroundings, and the air cleaner.
• When refuelling, make sure the engine is not run-
ning and wait until it has cooled down. Do not refuel
when the engine is running or still hot. When fuel
has been spilled, make sure to wipe it off completely
and properly dispose of the materials used for this
purpose before starting the engine.
• Stay clear of other workers or bystanders by at least
15 meters (50 feet).
• Whenever approaching an operator of the device,
make sure to catch his attention and let the operator
stop the engine. Take care not to startle or distract
the operator as this could cause an unsafe situa-
tion.
• Never touch the nylon cutting head when the engine
is running. If it should be necessary to adjust the
protection cover or nylon cutting head, make sure
that the engine is not running and the nylon cutting
head has come to a halt.
• The engine should be turned off when the unit is
moved from one working area to another.
• Take care not to hit the nylon cutting head against
stones or the ground. Unreasonably rough handling
will shorten the life of the device and create an un-
safe working environment for the operator and any
bystanders.
• Pay attention to loosening and overheating parts. If
you should become aware of any abnormality of the
device, switch it off immediately and check the de-
vice carefully. If required, have the device serviced
by an authorized dealer. Never continue to operate
a device that may be malfunctioning.
• During start-up or operation of the engine, never
touch hot parts such as the muffler, the high voltage
wire or spark plug.
• After the engine has stopped, the muffler is still hot.
Never place the machine in a place where there are
flammable materials (e.g., dry grass, etc.), combus-
tible gases or liquids.
• Pay special attention if operating in the pouring rain
or immediately after the rain as the ground may be
slippery.
• If you slip or fall release the throttle lever immedi-
ately.
• Take care not to drop the device or hit it against
obstacles.
• Before proceeding to adjust or repair the device,
make sure to stop the engine and detach the spark
plug cap from the spark plug.
• If the machine should be stored for a longer time,
drain fuel from the fuel tank and carburettor, clean
the parts, take the device to a safe place and make
sure that the engine has cooled down.
• Periodically perform inspections to ensure safe and
efficient operation of the device. Please contact
your dealer for a more comprehensive inspection of
your device.
• Keep the machine away from fire or sparks.
• It is assumed that a condition called Raynaud's
syndrome affecting the fingers of certain individu-
als may be brought about by exposure to vibration
and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause
tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of
colour and numbness of the fingers. The following
precautions are strongly recommended as the mini-
mum exposure which might trigger the condition is
unknown.
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