in case you have to move suddenly. Take great
care when working on sloping ground.
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Do not overreach when working.
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Never put the product down with the engine
running unless you have it in clear sight.
•
Never operate the product from ladders or high
places (such as roofs), it is prohibited and could
result in severe injury.
•
Do not use the product unless you are able to
call for help in the event of an accident.
•
Watch out for thrown objects. Always wear eye
protection. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown
up into the eyes causing blindness or serious
injury. Keep unauthorised persons at a distance.
Children, animals, onlookers and helpers should
be kept outside the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the
machine immediately if anyone approaches.
•
Do not operate the product if the exhaust gas
outlet on the engine cover is covered by a wall
and/or some other obstacles. The product could
get damaged. Make sure that the distance is 50
cm or more from the obstacles during operation.
•
Always stop the engine before cleaning.
•
Always move the product away from the refueling
area and source before starting. Place the
product on a flat surface.
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The product may only be started in its complete
design. If the product is started without all the
guards fitted there is a risk of personal injuries.
•
Dispose the debris in the waste receptacles after
use of the product.
Personal protective equipment
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use
the product.
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Always use approved personal protective
equipment when you use the product. Personal
protective equipment cannot fully prevent injury
but it decreases the degree of injury if an
accident does occur. Let your dealer help you
select the right equipment.
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Use approved hearing protection.
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Use approved eye protection. If you use a visor,
you must also use approved protective goggles.
Approved protective goggles must agree with the
ANSI Z87.1 standard in the USA or EN 166 in
EU countries.
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Use gloves when it is necessary, for example,
when you examine or clean the product.
•
Use protective boots, or shoes, with non-slip
soles.
Read the warning
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