Dolmar ET-120 C Manuel D'instructions page 9

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
Intended use
1. The grass trimmer/ brushcutter/ string trimmer is
only intended for cutting grass, weeds, bushes and
undergrowth. It should not be used for any other
purpose such as edging or hedge cutting as this may
cause injury.
General instructions
1. Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions,
people (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge to use the tool. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
tool.
2. Before starting the tool, read this instruction manual
to become familiar with the handling of the tool.
3. Do not lend the tool to a person with insufficient
experience or knowledge regarding handling of
brushcutters and string trimmers.
4. When lending the tool, always attach this instruction
manual.
5. Handle the tool with the utmost care and attention.
6. Never use the tool after consuming alcohol or drugs,
or if feeling tired or ill.
7. Never attempt to modify the tool.
8. Take care against injury from any device fitted for
trimming the filament line length. After extending new
cutter line always return the machine to its normal
operating position before switching on.
9. Follow the regulations about handling of brushcutters
and string trimmers in your country.
Personal protective equipment
1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and protective
gloves to protect yourself from flying debris or falling
objects.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to prevent
hearing loss.
3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe operation,
such as a work overall and sturdy, non-slip shoes.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Loose clothes,
jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
4. When touching the cutting blade, wear protective
gloves. Cutting blades can cut bare hands severely.
Work area safety
1. Operate the tool under good visibility and daylight
conditions only. Do not operate the tool in darkness
or fog.
2. Do not operate the tool in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases
or dust. The tool creates sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
3. During operation, never stand on an unstable or
slippery surface or a steep slope. During the cold
season, beware of ice and snow and always ensure
secure footing.
4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals at
least 15 m away from the tool. Stop the tool as soon
as someone approaches.
5. Before operation, examine the work area for stones
or other solid objects. They can be thrown or cause
dangerous kickback and result in serious injury and/
or property damage.
WARNING: Use of this product can create dust
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containing chemicals which may cause respiratory or
other illnesses. Some examples of these chemicals
are compounds found in pesticides, insecticides,
fertilizers and herbicides. Your risk from these
exposures varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work
with approved safety equipment, such as those
dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
Electrical safety
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose the tool to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering the tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on
and off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
6. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
7. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk
of electric shock.
8. Use of power supply via a RCD with a rated
residual current of 30 mA or less is always
recommended.
9. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before connecting to power source,
picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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