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•Never refuel indoors.
•Never store the product or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as near a water heater.
•If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the power source,
but move the product away from the spillage before
starting.
•Always replace and securely tighten the fuel cap after
refuelling.
•If the fuel tank is drained, this should be done outdoors.
> If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object or the
product starts making any unusual noise or vibration, shut
off the power source and allow the product to stop.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and
take the following steps:
•inspect for damage;
•check for, and tighten, any loose parts;
•have any damaged parts replaced or repaired with parts
having equivalent specifications.
> Wear hearing protection!
> Wear eye protection!
> In an emergency switch the product off by immediately
releasing the throttle trigger and setting the ignition switch
to its off position “STOP”.
Operation
> Stop the engine before cleaning or when clearing a
blockage, checking, carrying out maintenance or working
on the product, adjusting the working position of the
cutting blade, leaving the product unattended.
> Ensure that the product is correctly located in a designated
working position before starting the engine.
> While operating the product, always ensure that the
operating position is safe and secure.
> Do not operate the product with a damaged or excessively
worn cutting blade.
> To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine and silencer free
of debris, leaves and excessive lubricant.
> Always ensure that all handles and guards are fitted when
using the product. Never attempt to use an incomplete
product or one fitted with an unauthorised modification.
> Always use two hands to operate a product fitted with two
handles.
FPHT26-3
SAFETY WARNINGS
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