Preparing The Equipment For Starting; Working With The Machine; Maintenance And Repairs - AL-KO solo 137 Mode D'emploi

Safety regulations

3.4 Preparing the equipment for starting

Check the complete machine for operational safety.
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Ensure the spark plug cap and the ignition cable are connected firmly. A loose connection may cause
a spark, which can ignite any existing fuel:air mixture - fire hazard!
Should the check reveal any irregularities or recognisable damage (also to the frame), incorrect
adjustments or reduced efficiency of the machine, do not commence work. Take the power tool to a
specialised workshop and have it checked.
3.5 Starting
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Start the machine no less than 3 metres from the refuelling location. Never start the machine in an enclosed
space.
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Ensure that you are standing firmly on the ground when starting. Always start on even ground, with a firm
grip on the power tool.
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Continue with the starting procedure as described in section 6. "Starting".

3.6 Working with the machine

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Only use this power tool when it is complete and in a safe condition.
As soon as the engine is running, the power tool generates toxic gases, which may be invisible and
odourless. Never work with the power tool in enclosed spaces. In confined conditions such pits or
excavations, ensure adequate air changes during work.
Do not smoke at the work site and in the immediate vicinity of the power tool. There is an increased
fire hazard!
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Use the power tool at lowest possible noise and exhaust levels. Only open the throttle when working,
do not let the engine run unnecessarily. Please note that noise also impacts on the environment.
Observe the quiet times that can vary from place to place.
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Stop the engine if you notice a difference in the operating characteristics of the machine.
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Never touch the exhaust or the silencer; as long as they are still hot, there is a risk of burns!
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Never work with a defective or missing silencer. There is a hazard of hearing damage and burning!

3.7 Maintenance and repairs

Regularly service this machine. Only carry out those maintenance jobs and repairs, which are described in
this manual. A specialised service centre will carry our all other jobs.
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Do not maintain, repair or store the machine near an open flame.
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Before cleaning, maintenance and repair work, always stop the engine first and pull the spark plug
cap. Exceptions: carburettor and idle adjustments.
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For any repairs only use original parts from the manufacturer.
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Do not modify, alter or change the machine as this may impact on the safe operation of the machine
and may lead to accidents and injuries!
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