Work Area Safety; Fuel Safety - Greencut GE180XE Manual De Instrucciones

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Do not use the machine at extreme temperatures.
• Keep the machine away from excessive moisture.
• Do not use this machine in explosive atmospheres in the presence of flammable liquids, gases and dust.
• Never start the machine in a closed room or enclosure. Exhaust gases and fuel vapors contain carbon monoxide
and hazardous chemicals.
• Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered, dark areas can cause accidents.
• Remove all objects from the work area before starting this machine. Objects in the vicinity of the product may be
touched and projected by the machine causing personal injury.
• Keep children, people or animals away while operating this machine.
• When the work is done simultaneously by two or more people, always check the location of the others and keep
a sufficient distance to ensure safety.
• Remember that the machine operator is responsible for hazards and accidents caused to other people or things.
The manufacturer is in no way liable for damage caused by improper or incorrect use of this machine.

FUEL SAFETY

• Fuel and oil are dangerous. Do not inhale or ingest. If you swallow fuel and/or oil, seek medical advice promptly.
If it comes into contact with fuel or oil, clean with plenty of soap and water immediately. If irritated eyes or skin
are present, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
• Do not refuel in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. Fuel and oil vapors contain dangerous chemicals.
• Fuel and oil are dangerous and highly flammable chemicals. Do not bring flames, sparks or heat sources close to
the machine. Do not smoke while transporting fuel, filling the tank or while working. In case of fire, extinguish
the fire with a dry powder extinguisher.
• Always turn off the engine before refuelling.
• Always refuel in well-ventilated areas and never with the engine running, or hot.
• If a fuel leak is found, do not start or run the engine until the leak has been repaired.
• Make sure the fuel cap is properly closed.
• Fuel stored in the carburetor for long periods of time can cause a hard start and increase repairs and maintenance
of the machine.
• Always store fuel in approved containers. Do not use stored fuel for more than 2 months, it will make starting
more difficult and produce unsatisfactory engine performance.
MAINTENANCE, TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE SAFETY
• Do not modify product controls.
• Check regularly for broken parts or other conditions that may affect the correct operation of the machine.
• Only replace worn or damaged parts immediately with original spare parts.
• Carry out regular maintenance on the machine. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair work not described in
this instruction manual. We recommend that maintenance and repairs not described in this manual be performed
by an Official Service Facility.
• Check the tyre pressure regularly: minimum 1.5 bar and maximum 1.9 bar.
• Always clean the machine, especially the fuel tank, its surroundings and the air filter, of dust and dirt after
finishing work.
• Turn off the machine and disconnect the spark plug before making any adjustments, filling up, changing
accessories, servicing, transporting or storing this machine.
• Keep the handles of this machine dry and clean.
• If the machine starts to vibrate strangely, turn it off and examine it for the cause. If you do not see the reason,
take your machine to the Official Technical Service.
• Reduce the engine speed when turning off the engine. If the engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve, use
it when the engine has stopped.
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