Makita EBH340R Manuel D'instructions page 4

Start the brushcutter only in accordance with the instructions.
Do not use any other methods for starting the engine!
– Use the brushcutter and the tools supplied only for applications
specified.
– Start the brushcutter engine only after the entire tool has been
assembled. Operation of the tool is permitted only after all the
appropriate accessories are attached!
– Before starting, make sure that the cutter blade will not contact
any objects such as branches, stones, etc.
– The engine is to be stopped immediately if there are any engine
problems.
– Should the cutter blade hit stones or any other objects
immediately stop the engine and inspect the cutter blade.
– Inspect the cutter blade at frequent regular intervals for damage
(detect hairline cracks by means of a tapping-noise test).
– A familiar ringing sound should be heard.
– Operate the brushcutter only with the shoulder strap attached. It
should be properly adjusted before putting the brushcutter into
operation. It is essential to adjust the shoulder strap to the user's
size to prevent fatigue occurring during use or loss of control of
the tool. Never hold the tool with one hand during use.
– During operation always hold the brushcutter with both hands.
Always ensure a safe, well-balanced footing.
– Operate the brushcutter in such a manner as to avoid inhalation
of the exhaust gases. Never run the engine in enclosed rooms
(risk of suffocation and gas poisoning). Carbon monoxide is an
odorless gas. Always ensure there is adequate ventilation.
– Stop the engine when resting and when leaving the brushcutter
unattended. Place it in a sale location to prevent danger to
others, setting fire to combustible materials, or damage to the
machine.
– Never lay down the hot brushcutter onto dry grass or onto any
combustible materials.
– The cutter blade must be used with its appropriate guard. Never
run the tool without this guard!
– All protective parts and guards supplied with the machine must
be used during operation.
– Never operate the engine with a faulty exhaust muffler.
– Stop the engine during transport.
– During transport over long distances the tool protection included
with the equipment must always be used.
– Put the brushcutter in upright position and fix it during care or
truck transportation to avoid damage.
– When transporting the brushcutter, ensure that the fuel tank is
completely empty, to avoid fuel leakage.
Refuelling
– To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with care it
is highly flammable. Stop the engine during refuelling, keep well
away from open flame and do not smoke.
– Avoid skin contact with petroleum products. Do not inhale fuel
vapor. Always wear protective gloves during refuelling. Change
and clean protective clothing at regular intervals.
– Take care not to spill either fuel or oil. Always wipe unit dry before
starting engine. Allow wet cloths to dry before disposing in proper,
covered container to prevent spontaneous combustion.
– Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing. Change your clothing
immediately if fuel has spilled on it (danger hazard).
– Inspect the fuel cap at regular intervals making sure that stays
securely fastened.
– Carefully tighten the locking screw of the fuel tank. Change
locations to start the engine (at least 10 ft. or 3 meters away from
the place of refuelling).
– Never refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vapors accumulate at ground
level (risk of explosions).
– Only transport and store fuel in approved containers. Make sure
stored fuel is not accessible to children.
– Do not attempt to refuel a hot or a running engine.
– When mixing gasoline with two-stroke engine oil, use only
gasoline which contains no ethanol or methanol (types of
alcohol). This will help to prevent damage to fuel lines and other
engine parts.
• Resting
• Transport
• Refuelling
• Maintenance
• Tool Replacement
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3 m (10 FT)