Hitachi CH 22EAP2 50ST Instructions De Sécurité Et Mode D'emploi page 5

○ Store unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open fl ames
from water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
WARNING
Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or
inhale fumes, so that pay special attention
when handling or fi lling fuel.
Cutting safety
○ Do not cut any material other than plant hedge.
○ Inspect the area to be cut before each use.
Remove objects which can be thrown or become
entangled.
○ For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol
protection mask when cutting the grass after
insecticide is scattered.
○ Keep others including
bystanders and helpers outside the 15 m hazard
zone. Stop the engine immediately if you are
approached.
○ Hold the unit/machine fi rmly with both hands.
○ Keep fi rm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
○ Keep all parts of your body away from the muffl er
and cutting attachment when the engine is
running.
○ Keep cutting tool below shoulder level. NEVER
operate unit from a ladder, while in a tree or from
any unstable support.
○ When relocating to a new work area, be sure to
shut off the machine and ensure that all cutting
attachments are stopped.
○ Never place the machine on the ground when
running.
○ Always carry a fi rst-aid kit when operating any
power equipment.
○ Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building and/or near the infl ammable
liquid. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Maintenance safety
○ Maintain the unit/machine
recommended procedures.
○ Disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
○ Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
○ Use only genuine Hitachi replacement parts as
recommended by the manufacturer.
○ When the hedge trimmer is stopped for servicing,
inspection or storage, shut off the power source,
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug and make sure all moving parts have come
to a stop.
children, animals,
according to
Allow the hedge trimmer to cool before making
any inspection, adjustment, etc.
Transport and storage
○ Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine
stopped and the muffl er away from your body.
○ Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank,
and secure the unit/machine before storing or
transporting in a vehicle.
○ Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/
machine. It is recommended that the fuel be
emptied after each use. If fuel is left in the tank,
store so fuel will not leak.
○ Store unit/machine out of the reach of children.
○ Clean and maintenance the unit carefully and
store it in a dry place.
○ Make sure engine switch is off when transporting
or storing.
○ When transporting in a vehicle or storage, cover
blade with blade cover.
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, take care and use common sense. Contact
your Hitachi dealer if you need assistance. Pay
special attention to statements preceded by the
following words:
WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe
personal injury or loss of life, if instructions
are not followed.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or
equipment damage, if instructions are not
followed.
NOTE
Helpful information for correct function and use.
CAUTION
Do not disassemble the recoil starter. You
may get a possibility of personal injury with
recoil spring.
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