Makita EN5550SH Manuel D'emploi Et De Sécurité page 5

- When transporting the pole hedge trimmer, always lift the machine completely off
of the ground. Never drag the engine across the ground as this may damage the
fuel tank and possibly cause a fire.
- Always use the cutter cover provided to protect and secure the cutting section of
the pole hedge trimmer during transportation and storage.
Refuelling
- Before refuelling, stop the engine.
- Never refuel near naked flames.
- Do not smoke when refuelling.
- Always allow sufficient time for the engine to cool down before refuelling.
- Take care not to let your skin come into contact with petroleum products. Do not
inhale gasoline fumes and always wear protective gloves when refuelling.
Change and clean protective wear at regular intervals.
- Take extra care to avoid spilling gasoline and oil in order to avoid contamination
of the ground. If gasoline or oil has been spilled onto the hedge trimmer,
immediately wipe the surface of the hedge trimmer with a rag.
Dry the cloths used for wiping the fuel at a well ventilated area before disposing
them. Failure to do so may cause spontaneous combustion.
- Make sure that no fuel comes in contact with your clothes. Change fuel
contaminated clothes immediately (fire hazard).
- Close the fuel tank and tighten the fuel tank cap securely. To restart the engine,
transfer the pole hedge trimmer to a location at least 3 meters away from the
place of refuelling.
- Check the fuel tank cap at regular intervals to make sure that the cap is securely
fastened.
- Never refuel the machine in an enclosed room. Fuel vapors accumulate at ground
level (risk of explosion).
- Store fuel in appropriate containers only, and make sure that stored fuel is out of
the reach of children.
Operation
- During operation, hold the pole hedge trimmer with both hands at all times.
- Only use the pole hedge trimmer in a good light and visibility conditions. Beware
of slippery and wet areas (ice and snow) during the cold season (danger of
slipping), and always ensure secure footing.
- Never use the pole hedge trimmer while standing on an unstable surface or a
steep slope.
- Never use the pole hedge trimmer while standing on a ladder.
- Never climb a tree to use the pole hedge trimmer from the tree.
- To avoid stumbling or falling over objects, never walk backwards when working
with the pole hedge trimmer.
- Always stop the engine before cleaning or servicing the machine. Also, refrain
from replacing parts before the engine has been stopped.
- Do not operate the pole hedge trimmer if the cutting unit is damaged or worn.
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