Maruyama M42BK-QC Manuel Du Propriétaire page 11

Edger Operating Safety
1. THIS EDGER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES.
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all
controls and the proper use of the Edger.
2. Make sure the 3 mm hex wrench has been
removed from the gearcase and boss adapter
before you start the engine.
3. Inspect your work area before you begin. Remove
objects such as broken glass, nails, wire and rocks
which can become dangerous projectiles if thrown
by the Edger. Remove string, rope or similar
materials which can become entangled in the Edger
head.
4. This Edger will throw objects and cut. Keep
children, bystanders and animals outside a 50 ft.
(15m) radius from the operator and Trimmer.
Beyond the 50 ft. (15 m) there still may be a risk
of injury to bystanders from thrown objects. It is
r e c o m m e n d e d t h a t b y s t a n d e r s w e a r e y e
protection. A thrown object can ricochet. (See the
String Trimmer Operating Safety)
5. If you are approached while operating the Edger,
stop the engine and Edger blade rotation.
6. Never allow children to operate the Edger.
7. Use the Edger only in daylight or good artificial
light.
8. Never operate the Edger without proper guards or
other protective safety devices in place.
9. Do not put hands or feet near or under any rotating
parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of
your body away from the rotating Edger blade and
hot surfaces such as the muffler.
10. Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach.
11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the
Edger for any job that is not recommended by
MARUYAMA.
Pruner Operating Safety
1. THIS PRUNER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJU-
RIES. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with all controls and the proper use of the Pruner.
2. The Pruner is designed to cut wood and can there-
fore be potentially dangerous. Careless or
improper use can cause serious or even fatal
injury.
3. This Pruner can conduct electricity. Do not use
where contact can be made with live electrical
circuits. Never use around electrical power
sources and lines. Failure to observe this warning
can result in serious injury or death.
4. Beware of where material will fall after being cut.
Do not stand underneath falling material.
5. Inspect your work area before you begin. Remove
objects such as broken glass, nails, wire and rocks
which can become dangerous projectiles if thrown
by the Pruner. Remove string, rope or similar
materials which can become entangled in the
Pruner head.
6. This Pruner will throw objects and cut. Keep
children, bystanders and animals outside a 50 ft.
(15m) radius from the operator and Trimmer.
Beyond the 50 ft. (15 m) there still may be a risk
of injury to bystanders from thrown objects. It is
recommended that bystanders wear eye protection.
A thrown object can ricochet. (See the String
Trimmer Operating Safety)
7. If you are approached while operating the Pruner,
stop the engine and Pruner chain motion.
8. Use the Pruner only in daylight or good artificial light.
9. Do not put hands or feet near or under any rotating
parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of
your body away from the Pruner chain and hot
surfaces such as the muffler.
10. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
11. Watch for wires. Keep sufficient distance away
from electrical power lines.
12. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the
Pruner for any job that is not recommended by
MARUYAMA.
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