Safety Requirements; Safety Regulations; Preliminary Operations - GGP ITALY SPA B 26 J Manuel D'utilisation

15. Front handgrip
16. Guard
17. Handle bar
18. Rear handgrip
19. Connection point (of the harness)
20. Harness
a. with single belt
b. with double belt
21. Angle transmission
22. Blade protection (for transport)
23. Spark plug
31. Engine stop switch
32. Throttle control
33. Throttle lockout
34. Starter grip
35. Choke
36. Primer
37. Throttle shutter (if provided)
38. Fuel mixture tank cap
The example of the conformity declaration is
found in the penultimate page of the manual.
DESCRIPTION OF EXPLANATORY
SYMBOLS (where applicable)
41. F uel mixture tank
42. E ngine stop switch positions
a = stop
b = running
43. C hoke
44. P rimer
45. Cutting device rotation direction

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Your machine must be used carefully. Symbols
have therefore been placed on various parts of
the machine to remind you of the main precau-
tions to be taken. Their meaning is explained
below. You are also asked to carefully read the
safety regulations in the specific chapter of this
manual.
Replace damaged or illegible labels.
51. W arning! Danger. The failure to use this ma-
chine correctly can be hazardous for oneself
and others.
52. R ead the instruction manual before using
the machine.
53. A nyone operating the machine under nor-
mal conditions for continuous daily use may
be exposed to a noise level equal to or ex-
ceeding 85 dB (A). Wear ear protectors,
safety goggles and a protective helmet.
54. W ear gloves and protective footwear!
55. P rojectile object hazard! Keep any people
or pets at least 15 m away when using the
machine!
56. M aximum cutting device speed. Only use
suitable cutting devices.
57. D o not use circular saw blades. Danger:
Using circular saw blades with ma-
chines marked with this symbol expos-
es the user to the danger of very serious
or even fatal injuries.
58. W arning! Petrol is flammable. Allow engine
to cool at least 2 minutes before refuelling.
59. Beware of blade thrust.
60. W arning! - Keep away from hot surfaces.

SAFETY REGULATIONS

to be observed scrupulously
A) TRAINING
1) WARNING! Read these instructions care-
fully before operating the machine.
Become acquainted with the controls and the
proper use of the machine. Learn how to stop the
engine quickly. Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
2) Never allow children or persons unfamil-
iar with these instructions to use the machine.
Local laws can restrict the minimum age of the
operator.
3) Never operate while people, especially chil-
dren, or pets are nearby.
4) Never use the machine if the user is tired or
unwell, or has taken medicine, drugs, alcohol or
any substances which may slow his reflexes and
compromise his judgement.
5) Bear in mind that the operator or user is re-
sponsible for accidents or unexpected events
occurring to other people or their property. It is
the user's responsibility to assess the potential
risk of the area where work is to be carried out,
and to take all the necessary precautions to en-
sure his own safety and that of others, particu-
larly on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable
ground.
6) If the machine is sold or lent to others, make
sure that the operator looks over the user in-
structions contained in this manual.
7) Before tackling a mowing job for the first time
it is advisable to gain the necessary familiar-
ity with the machine and the most suitable cut-
ting techniques, finding out how to wear the har-
nesses correctly, firmly gripping the machine
and making the movements required by the job.
B) PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
1) Always wear adequate clothing which does
not hamper movements when using the ma-
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