prevents injuries that occur if you touch the cutting
attachment.
1. Do a visual check for damages, for example cracks.
2. Replace the cutting attachment guard if it is
damaged.
To do a check of the vibration damping system
Note: Use of incorrectly wound cord or an incorrect
cutting attachment increases the level of vibration. See
To assemble the cutting attachment
instructions under
guard and trimmer head on page 11 .
The vibration damping system decreases vibration in the
handles to a minimum which makes the operation
easier. The vibration damping system of the product
decreases the transfer of vibration between the engine
unit and the shaft unit of the product.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Do a visual check for deformation and damage for
example, cracks.
3. Make sure you attach the elements of the vibration
damping system correctly.
To do a check of the muffler
WARNING: Bear in mind that the exhaust
fumes from the engine are hot and may
contain sparks which can start a fire. Never
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start the product indoors or near
combustible material!
WARNING: Never use the machine indoors
or in spaces lacking proper ventilation.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an
odourless, poisonous and highly dangerous
gas.
WARNING: Never use a product with a
faulty muffler.
The muffler keeps noise levels to a minimum and sends
exhaust fumes away from the operator. For mufflers it is
very important that you follow the instructions on how to
check, maintain and service your product.
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Do a visual check for damage and deformation.
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Make sure that the muffler is correctly attached to
the product.
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If the muffler on your product has a spark arrester
screen, do a visual check. Replace the spark
arrester screen if it is damaged.
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