6 . Storage and Maintenance
a) Remove any residue on the machine, check that no
part is damaged , if not repaired before the next use.
b ) Stop the machine and remove the spark plug before
maintenance work .
c ) Use only spare parts and accessories supplied or
recommended by the manufacturer . Never attempt to
repair the appliance yourself.
In fact , all jobs that are not specified in this manual may
only be done at stations after-sales service authorized by
us.
d) Drain the fuel tank , loosen the bleed screw for fuel
tank leaks, turn the machine on and let it run until it stops
itself.
e) Remove the spark plug and put a few drops of 2-stroke
engine oil .
Pull the starter cord 2-3 times , replace the spark plug to
the anchor point .
f ) Apply rust remover on parts such as metal contacts on
the cable metal acceleration , put the cover on the cutters
and store the machine inside to protect from moisture.
d) When the machine is stopped to perform maintenance
operations or to inspect the store , stop the engine ,
disconnect the spark plug wire and make sure all moving
parts have stopped. Allow engine to cool before
performing any inspection, adjustment , etc. .
e) Store the machine in a place where the fuel vapor will
not reach an open flame or spark. Always cool the
machine before storage.
f ) When transporting or storing the machine , always
mount the transport protection of the cutting device .
7. transport
- Make sure blade guards are in place.
- When transporting by vehicle, secure the machine with
a rope. Do not carry a motorcycle or bicycle because it is
dangerous.
- Never carry the trimmer on rough roads over long
distances without having previously removed the fuel
tank. Risk of leakage!
8. First aid
In case of accident make sure that a first-aid box is
available in the vicinity of the cutting operations.
Immediately replace any item taken from the first aid box.
When asking for help, please give the following
information:
- Place of accident
- What happened
- Number of injured persons
- Kind of injuries
- Your name
Vibrations
After a long period of use of the machine, the vibration
may cause a disturbance in the blood flow of hands
("White finger disease").
It is not possible to set a valid period of use in general,
since the effect of the vibrations depends on several
factors.
The following precautions will help to prolong the duration
of use
- Keep hands warm (wear warm gloves);
- Take breaks.
The following factors shorten the duration of use:
- Personal tendency to suffer poor blood supply to
(symptoms often cold fingers, tingling);
- Use at low ambient temperatures;
- Force exerted on the handles (a very firm grip
discomfort irrigation blood).
If you regularly use the machine for long periods and
that symptoms listed above (eg. tingling fingers) is show
several times, it is recommended to get by auscultation a
doctor.
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