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 Maintain a minimum distance
of 2 m between inflammable
objects and the muffler.
 Do not operate the device in for-
ests, bushy or grassy areas un-
less the exhaust pipe has been
equipped with a spark catcher.
 Keep grass and other soiling
substances away from the
cooling fins.
 Do not operate the device if
the fuel system is damaged or
leaking. Check the fuel sys-
tem regularly.
 Allow the device to cool down
before storing in closed rooms.
Danger of electric shock
 Do not touch the spark plug or
ignition lead when the device
is in operation.
 Do not operate the device in
rain, snow or in the vicinity of
a sprinkler system. Keep the
device dry.
 Never touch the mains plug
and socket with wet hands.
 Do not start up a device that
has wet or icy electrical com-
ponents.
 Do not connect the device
only to the mains supply of a
building.
 Preferably use devices and
extension cables with rubber
cables as per IEC 60245-4.
 Earth the generator.
 A fault current protection device
(PRCD Portable Residual Cur-
rent Device) must be connected
between each additional device
and the generator if more than
one device is plugged into the
generator.
WARNING
Health risk
 Exhaust gases are toxic. Nev-
er breathe in the exhaust gas-
es. Never operate the device
in confined spaces. Ensure
sufficient ventilation and ex-
traction of the exhaust gases.
 Make sure that no exhaust
gases are emitted close to air
vents.
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 Avoid repeated or prolonged
contact with fuel or engine oil
and do not inhale the fuel va-
pours.
CAUTION
Danger of burns
 Do not touch any hot parts
such as the muffler, cylinder or
cooling fins.
Danger of hearing damage
 Do not operate the device
without a muffler. Check the
muffler regularly and have a
damaged muffler replaced.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
 Use only spare parts from the
original manufacturer.
 Old fuel can lead to deposits
in the carburettor and impair
the engine performance. Use
only new fuel.
 Do not adjust any control
springs or linkages that might
increase the speed of the en-
gine.
 Do not operate the device with
the air filter removed.
 Do not pull the starter cord
while the device is running.
 Ensure adequate ventilation
so that the device does not
overheat.
Symbols on the device
WARNING
Danger of explosion, risk of fire.
Petrol can cause fires or explosions if handled incorrect-
ly.
Shut the motor down prior to refuelling.
Do not operate the device in confined spaces or partially
enclosed areas.
Read these operating instructions before using the de-
vice.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Do not refuel with diesel fuel.
Note:
Check the oil level before starting the device. The en-
gine stops and the indicator lamp lights up if the oil level
is too low. Top up with SAE 10W30 oil.
WARNING
Danger of explosion, risk of fire.
Shut the motor down prior to refuelling.
Clean up any spilt fuel before starting the device.
Do not start the device if the fuel system is leaky.
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CAUTION
Hot exhaust gases
Hot exhaust gases can cause burns.
Keep a safe distance away from the exhaust pipe and
do not reach into the exhaust gas jet.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Hot exhaust gases can cause damage.
Position the device so that the exhaust gases do not
strike any objects.
ATTENTION
Hot surface
The exhaust pipe of the device becomes very hot during
operation and can cause burns.
Avoid touching the exhaust pipe.
Warnings symbols
Please observe the following warnings when handling
batteries:
Observe information in the user manual
of the battery and on the battery as well
as in these operating instructions.
Wear eye protection.
Keep children away from acid and batter-
ies.
Risk of explosion.
Fire, sparks, naked flames and smoking
must be strictly avoided.
Risk of chemical burns.
First aid.
Warning note.
Disposal
Do not throw the battery into the bin.
Device description
See cover page for pictures
Illustration A
Air filter
1
Push handle
2
Starter cord
3
Choke lever
4
Fuel cock
5
Type plate
6
Fuel cock
7
Control panel
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