General Safety Rules - Surtek DG752A Manual De Usuario

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this
trimmer until you thoroughly read and com-
pletely understand all instructions, safety rules,
etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply
can result in accidents involving fire, electric
shock, or serious personal injury.
Save operator's manual and review frequently
for continuing safe operation, and instructing
others who may use this tool.
READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• For safe operation, read and understand all
instructions before using the trimmer. Follow
all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safe-
ty instructions listed below, can result in seri-
ous personal injury.
• Do not allow children or untrained individu-
als to use this unit.
• Never start or run the engine in a closed
or poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust
fumes can kill.
• Clear the work area before each use. Remove
all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string which can be thrown or become
entangled in the string head.
• Wear full eye and hearing protection while
operating this unit.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants,
jewelry of any kind, or go barefoot.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level
to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at
least 15 m (50 ft.) away.
• Do not operate this unit when you are tired,
ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
• Do not operate in poor lighting.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach. Overreaching can result in loss of bal-
ance or exposure to hot surfaces.
• Keep all parts of your body away from any
moving part.
• Do not touch areas around the muffler or cyl-
inder of the trimmer, these parts get hot from
operation.
• Always stop the engine and remove the spark
plug wire before making any adjustments or
repairs except for carburetor adjustments.
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• Inspect the unit before each use for loose
fasteners, fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged
parts before use.
• The string head will rotate during carburetor
adjustments.
• It has been reported that vibrations from
hand-held tools may contribute to a condition
called Raynaud's Syndrome in certain individu-
als. Symptoms may include tingling, numbness
and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, ex-
posure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking
and work practices are all thought to contrib-
ute to the development of these symptoms. It
is presently unknown what, if any, vibrations
or extent of exposure may contribute to the
condition. There are measures that can be
taken by the operator to possibly reduce the
effects of vibration:
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather.
When operating the unit wear gloves to keep
the hands and wrists warm. It is reported that
cold weather is a major factor contributing to
Raynaud's Syndrome.
b) After each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation.
c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount
of exposure per day.
d) Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners
tightened and worn parts replaced.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this
condition, immediately discontinue use and
see your physician about these symptoms.
• Mix and store fuel in a container approved
for gasoline.
• Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks
or flames.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m (30 ft. )
away from refueling site before starting en-
gine.
• Stop the engine and allow to cool before re-
fueling or storing the unit.
• Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank
and secure the unit from moving before trans-
porting in a vehicle.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR GAS TRIMMERS
• Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or
damaged in any way. Be sure the string head is
properly installed and securely fastened. Fail-
ure to do so can cause serious injury.