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5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
5.1 SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PETROL HEDGE TRIMMERS
Warning! For your safety, please read and understand these instructions before assembling,
operating or maintaining this machine.
– Never attempt to modify or operate a modified machine. Fully assemble this machine,
including all relevant guards, before operating.
– Do not operate this machine without being completely familiar with the safety features and how
to operate them.
– Never operate this machine if the stop switch is faulty or not functioning.
– Never operate this machine while tired, ill or under the influence of drugs.
Danger! Keep out of the reach of children.
– Fully read and understand before attempting to assemble, operate or maintain the machine.
– Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions to operate this machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
– Prior to each use, inspect the machine for signs of damage. Make sure the safety features are
present and functioning and that all visible nuts, bolts and screws remain tight. Vibration from
normal use can cause them to loosen over time.
– Never operate this machine with defective or missing guards.
Warning! Use of this product can pose a danger to wildlife. Before attempting to use this machine,
check the area, particularly long grass and under bushes for signs of life: if necessary relocate.
Note: Not all animals will be deterred by the noise of the product alone.
– Do not operate this machine near animals or bystanders.
– Check the attachment is correctly fitted to the machine before attempting to start the engine.
Caution! As the user you are responsible for any injury to people or damage to property.
Warning! During use the engine gets very hot. Do not touch it, especially the exhaust.
– Always be aware of your surroundings, staying alert for possible hazards that you may not
hear over the noise of the engine.
– Always wear appropriate PPE [Personal Protective Equipment].
– Always wear suitable eye/face protection.
– Ear defenders must be worn to prevent damage to your hearing.
– Gloves to help reduce vibration fatigue.
– Always wear safety footwear.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
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