Operator Responsibility - Honda UMR435T Manuel De L'utilisateur

To ensure safe operation

Operator Responsibility

• Never operate the grass/weed trimmer when tired, ill or under influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
• Any part from the machine is a potential source of danger if the machine is used in
abnormal conditions or if the maintenance is not done correctly.
• Never attempt to modify the grass/weed trimmer. It can cause an accident as
well as damage to the grass/weed trimmer and appliances. Tampering with the
engine voids the EU type-approval of this engine.
– Do not connect an extension to the muffler.
– Do not modify the intake system.
– Do not adjust the governor.
• Read the owner's manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and their
proper use of the grass/weed trimmer. Know how to stop the engine rapidly.
• Use the grass/weed trimmer for the purpose it is intended for, that is trimming.
Any other use could be dangerous or damage the grass/weed trimmer.
Do not use the grass/weed trimmer as a pruning hook.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with this owner's manual to use the
grass/weed trimmer. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• If you lend or resell your grass/weed trimmer to a third person, instruct him or
her with how to handle the product and alert him or her to read the Owner's
Manual carefully before operation.
• Never operate the grass/weed trimmer while:
– people, especially children or pets are nearby.
– user is fatigued or under medication, or has swallowed substances known
to affect judgement or reactions.
• Keep people and pets at least 15 m (50 feet) away from the operator during
operation. Note that an assistant to the operator should work at least 15 m (50
feet) away from the operator, too. We recommend to decide the engine stop
signal and other signals between the operator and assistant, and use them for
safety during operation.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
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