Environment of use and operation
Do not use the product:
in damp or wet locations.
in the rain.
under poor weather conditions.
on steep slopes or in places which give no secure foothold and are thus slippery.
at night or in dark places with poor visibility.
when there is a risk of lightning.
When using the product on a gentle slope, work in a level, contour-like motion.
A serious injury could result if you fall or slip, or fail to operate the product correctly.
For your own health and your safe and comfortable work, operate the machine within the air temperature range of
o
o
−5
C to 40
C.
Failure to observe these instructions could result in damage to your health.
Being prepared in case of an injury
In the unlikely event of an accident or injury, please ensure that you are
prepared.
First aid kit
Towels and wipes (to stop any bleeding)
Whistle or mobile phone (for calling outside help)
If you are unable to perform first aid or call for outside help, the injury could
worsen.
Warning notices
DANGER
This symbol accompanied by the
word "DANGER" calls attentions to
an act or a condition which will lead to
serious personal injury or death of op-
erators and bystanders.
Other indicators
Circle and slash sym-
bol means whatever is
shown is prohibited.
Symbols
Symbol form/shape
For safe use of your product
WARNING
WARNING
This symbol accompanied by the
word "WARNING" calls attentions to
an act or a condition which can lead to
serious personal injury or death of op-
erators and bystanders.
NOTE
This enclosed message provides tips
for use, care and maintenance of the
product.
Symbol description/applica-
tion
Carefully read the operator's
manual
Wear eye protection
Symbol form/shape
5
CAUTION
"CAUTION" indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or mod-
erate injury.
IMPORTANT
Framed text featuring the word "IM-
PORTANT" contains important infor-
mation about the use, checking,
maintenance and storage of the prod-
uct described in this manual.
Symbol description/applica-
tion
Keep bystanders away
Keep bystanders away 15 m