Dolmar ET-120 C Manuel D'instructions page 10

10. Before use, check the supply and extension cord for
signs of damage or ageing.
11. If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect
the cord from the supply immediately. Do not touch
the cord before disconnecting the supply.
12. Do not use the tool if the cords are damaged or
worn.
13. Keep extension cord away from cutting elements.
Putting into operation
1. Before assembling or adjusting the tool, disconnect
the plug from the power source.
2. Before handling the cutter blade, wear protective
gloves.
3. Before plugging in, inspect the tool for damages,
loose screws/nuts or improper assembly. Sharpen
blunt cutter blade. If the cutter blade is bent or
damaged, replace it. Check all control levers and
switches for easy action. Clean and dry the handles.
4. Never attempt to switch on the tool if it is damaged
or not fully assembled. Otherwise serious injury may
result.
5. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
6. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to suit the
operator's body size.
7. When plugging in, keep the cutting attachment clear
of your body and other object, including the ground.
It may rotate when starting and may cause injury or
damage to the tool and/or property.
Operation
1. In the event of an emergency, switch off the tool
immediately.
2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration)
during operation, switch off the tool. Do not use the
tool until the cause is recognized and solved.
3. Warning. The cutting attachment continues to rotate
for a short period after turning the tool off. Don't rush
to contact the cutting attachment.
4. During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep
the tool on your right side firmly.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree
stumps, roots and ditches to avoid stumbling.
6. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of
control.
7. Before using the machine and after any heavy
impact or fall, check the condition before continuing
work. Check the controls and safety devices for
malfunction. If there is any damage or doubt, ask
our authorized service center for the inspection and
repair.
8. Do not touch the gear case. The gear case becomes
hot during operation.
9. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by
fatigue. We recommend taking a 10 to 20-minute
rest every hour.
10. When you leave the tool, even if it is a short time,
always withdraw the mains plug. The unattended
tool with the mains plugged in may be used by
unauthorized person and cause serious accident.
11. If grass or branches get caught between the cutting
attachment and guard, always turn the tool off and
withdraw the mains plug before cleaning. Otherwise
the cutting attachment may rotate unintentionally
and cause serious injury.
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12. If the cutting attachment hits stones or other hard
objects, immediately turn the tool off. Then withdraw
the mains plug and inspect the cutting attachment.
13. Check the cutting attachment frequently during
operation for cracks or damages. Before the
inspection, withdraw the mains plug and wait until
the cutting attachment stops completely. Replace
damaged cutting attachment immediately, even if it
has only superficial cracks.
14. Never cut above waist height.
15. Before starting the cutting operation, wait until the
cutting attachment reaches a constant speed after
turning the tool on.
16. When using metal blades, swing the tool evenly in
half-circle from right to left, like using a scythe.
17. Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces only,
because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring.
Cutter blades contacting a "live" wire may make
exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and could give
the operator an electric shock.
18. Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
Cutting attachments
1. Use an applicable cutting attachment for the job in
hand.
− Nylon cutting heads (string trimmer heads) are
suitable for trimming lawn grass.
− Metal blades are suitable for cutting weeds, high
grasses, bushes, shrubs, underwood, thicket,
and the like.
− Never use other blades including metal multi-
piece pivoting chains and flail blades. It may
result in serious injury.
2. Always use the cutting attachment guard properly
suited for the cutting attachment used.
3. Never fit metal cutting elements with nylon cutting
models.
4. When using metal blades, avoid "kickback" and
always prepare for an accidental kickback. See the
section "Kickback."
Kickback (Blade thrust)
1. Kickback (blade thrust) is a sudden reaction to a
caught or bound cutting blade. Once it occurs, the
tool is thrown sideway or toward the operator at great
force and it may cause serious injury.
2. Kickback occurs particularly when applying the blade
segment between 12 and 2 o'clock to solids, bushes
and trees with 3 cm or larger diameter.