Before refuelling, shut off the engine and let it cool down.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. To allow space for fuel to expand,
never add fuel above the lower edge of the filler neck. Please
also observe the operating instructions for the combustion
engine.
If petrol overflows, immediately clean any spilled fuel. The
combustion engine should only be started after the dirty petrol
surface has been cleaned. Any attempt at ignition shall be
avoided until the petrol vapors have volatilized (dry with cloth).
If petrol has come into contact with the clothing, it must be
changed.
Hedge trimmer transport
Carry the hedge trimmer only while the combustion engine is
not running. Before transport, switch off the combustion engine
and wait until the blade and teeth have come to a complete
stop.
Always carry the hedge trimmer when the engine is cold and
without fuel on the tank. This prevents fuel spillage during
transport.
Before you start operating
Make sure that the appliance is only used by people who are
familiar with the instruction manual.
Check the leak tightness of the fuel system, particularly
visible parts such as tank, tank cap, fuel hose, couplings
and carburettor primer bulb. In the event of leakage or damage,
do not start the combustion engine and have the hedge trimmer
serviced.
Pay attention to the area where you are going to use the hedge
trimmer and check for obstacles, objects (winding wires, metal
pieces). If it is not possible to remove objects or obstacles, mark
them so that the blade does not touch them.
Before starting the hedge trimmer:
▪ Carry out an inspection to ensure the correct assembly of the
hedge trimmer and to ensure safety issues and good
performance;
▪ Check if the spark plug cap (connector) is connected to the
spark plug;
▪ Check that the safety devices are in perfect condition and
function properly. Never use the equipment if the safety
devices are missing, damaged or worn out;
▪ Replace defective parts as well as all other worn out and
damaged parts;
▪ After assembling the accessories and before using the
appliance, you must run a test in maximum speed at no load
for a certain time. Check for moving parts misalignment or
any other condition that may affect the hedge trimmer
operation. Check that all moving parts turns smoothly,
without abnormal noises;
▪ Perform all necessary adjustments and work. If you have any
questions or difficulties, contact your official VITO dealer;
▪ Observe the local regulations on the hours when it is allowed
to use tools with a combustion engine and the permitted
noise level.
While operating
Keep third parties away from the hedge trimmer's area of
operation, at least 5m away. Never work while animals or
people, especially children, are in the danger zone. When using
the hedge trimmer, particles may be ejected at high speed
which could cause injury.
Also keep a safe distance from objects (vehicles and glass) in
order to avoid material damage.
When working two or more people simultaneously in the same
area, safety distances must be kept to prevent accidents and
injuries.
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