Cutting Equipment - McCulloch B43BT Manuel D'utilisation

Stop switch
Start the engine. Make sure that the engine stops when
you move the stop switch to the stop position.
(Fig. 19 )
Cutting attachment guard
The cutting attachment guard prevents a loose object to
eject in the direction of the operator. Examine the cutting
attachment guard for damage and replace if it is
damaged. Only use the approved guard for the cutting
attachment.
(Fig. 20 )
(Fig. 21 )
Vibration damping system
WARNING: Overexposure to vibration can
lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage
in people who have impaired circulation.
Contact your doctor if you experience
symptoms of overexposure to vibration.
Such symptoms include numbness, loss of
feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of
strength, changes in skin color or condition.
These symptoms normally appear in the
fingers, hands or wrists. These symptoms
may be increased in cold temperatures.
• Your product has a vibration damping system to
reduce vibration and make operation easier.
• Incorrect wound trimmer line or blunt or incorrect
cutting attachment increases the level of vibration.
(Fig. 22 )
Harness release function
WARNING: Do not use the harness if the
release function is defective. Make sure that
the harness release function operates
correctly when you adjust the product.
The harness release function is at the front of the
product. The harness straps must always stay at the
correct position.
(Fig. 23 )
In an emergency, the harness release function helps
you to safely release from the product.
Muffler
• Do not use an engine with a damaged muffler. A
damaged muffler increases the noise level and the
risk of fire. Keep a fire extinguisher near.
• Examine regularly that the muffler is attached to the
product.
• Do not touch the engine or the muffler when then
engine is on. Do not touch the engine or the muffler
for a while after the engine stops. Hot surfaces can
cause injuries.
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• A hot muffler can cause a fire. Be careful, if you use
the product near flammable liquids or fumes.
• Do not touch the parts in the muffler, if the muffler is
damaged. The parts can contain some carcinogenic
chemicals.
(Fig. 24 )

Cutting equipment

Choose and maintain the cutting equipment to:
• Obtain maximum cutting performance.
• Increase life span of the cutting equipment.
• Follow the checking, maintenance and service
instructions for the muffler.
• Always use the recommended guard for the cutting
equipment. See Technical data.
WARNING: Only use cutting attachments
with the guards we recommend! See the
chapter on Technical data. Refer to the
instructions for the cutting attachment to
check the correct way to load the trimmer
line and the correct trimmer line diameter.
WARNING: A faulty cutting attachment may
increase the risk of accidents.
WARNING: Always stop the engine before
doing any work on the cutting attachment.
This continues to rotate even after the
throttle has been released. Ensure that the
cutting attachment has stopped completely
and disconnect the spark plug cap before
you start to work on it.
Cutting equipment
• Use the saw blade to cut fibrous types of wood.
(Fig. 25 )
• Use the blades and grass knives to cut coarse grass.
(Fig. 26 )
• Use the trimmer head to trim grass.
(Fig. 27 )
• An incorrectly sharpened or damaged blade
increases the risk of accidents. Keep the teeth of the
blade correctly sharpened. Follow the instructions
and use the recommended file gauge.
(Fig. 28 )
• An incorrectly set saw blade increases the risk of
jamming and blade thrust. This can damage the saw
blade. Keep the correct setting on the saw blade.
Follow the instructions and use the recommended
setting tool.
(Fig. 29 )
• Check the cutting attachment for damage or cracks.
Replace a damaged cutting attachment.
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