Safety Precautions General Precautions; Personal Protective Equipment; Handling Fuels / Refuelling - Dolmar LT-30 Manual De Empleo Y De Seguridad

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General precautions
To ensure correct operation, the user has to read this instruc-
tion manual to make himself familiar with the handling of the
brushcutter. Insufficiently informed users will risk danger to
themselves as well as others due to improper handling (1).
- It is recommended only to lend the brushcutter to people who
have experience with brushcutters. When lending the brush-
cutter to someone else, give him this Owner's and Safety
Manual as well.
- First-time users should ask their dealer for basic instructions
so that they can familiarize themselves with the basic
handling of gasoline-powered brushcutting.
- Children and persons under the age of 18 must not be allowed
to operate the brushcutter. Exceptions may be made for
persons over 16 for training purposes under the supervision
of a qualified trainer.
- Always use brushcutters with the utmost care and attention.
- Operate the brushcutter only if you are in good physical
condition. Perform all work calmly and carefully. The user
must accept liability for others.
- Never use the brushcutter after consumption of alcohol, drugs
or medication (2).

Personal protective equipment

- The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate, i.e. it
should be tight-fitting but not cause hindrance. Do not wear
either jewellery or clothing which could become entangled
with bushes or shrubs. Secure hair so it is above shoulder
level. If you have long hair, always wear a hairnet!
- In order to avoid head-, eye-, hand- or foot injuries as well
as to protect your hearing, the following protective equip-
ment and protective clothing must be used during opera-
tion of the brushcutter:
- It is recommended to wear a protective helmet; it is imperative
when working in forests. The protective helmet (1) should be
checked at regular intervals for damage and must be replaced
after 5 years at the latest. Use only approved protective helmets.
- The helmet face shield (2) protects your face from flying
particles from the cut and other objects. To prevent eye injury,
wear protective goggles in addition to the face shield.
- Wear adequate noise protection equipment to avoid hearing
impairement (ear muffs (3), ear plugs etc.). Octave brand
analysis upon request.
- The forestry safety jacket (4) is equipped with special red
coloured shoulder parts. The arms and neck should always be
protected by clothing.
- The protective trousers (5) are made from a nylon fabric
with 22 layers and protects against cuts. We strongly recom-
mend its use. In any case, it is essential that a long pair of
trousers made of tough material be worn during operation of
the brushcutter . Do not wear short pants.
- Protective gloves (6) made of thick leather are part of the
prescribed equipment and must always be worn during ope-
ration of the brushcutter.
- Safety shoes or boots (7) fitted with anti-skid sole, steel toe
caps and leg protection must always be used. Safety shoes
equipped with a protective layer give protection against cuts
and ensure a secure footing. Do not wear sandals or go
barefoot.

Handling fuels / Refuelling

- Stop the engine before refuelling.
- Keep away from open flame or sparks and do not smoke while
refuelling or mixing fuel.
- Let the engine cool down before refuelling.
- Fuel may contain substances similar to solvents. Eyes and
skin should not come in contact with mineral oil products.
Always wear protective gloves when refuelling. Frequently
clean and change protective clothes. Do not breathe in fuel
vapors. Inhalation of fuel vapours can be hazardous to your
health.
- Before refuelling the brushcutter make sure it is on its side
in a stabile position.
- Do not spill fuel or oil. When you have spilt fuel or oil
immediately clean the brushcutter. Fuel should not come in
contact with clothes. If your clothes come in contact with fuel,
change them at once.
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