Brushcutter Operating Position - Maruyama B23L Manual Del Propietário

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Brushcutter Operating Position

Before using the Brushcutter, check the following:
1. Make sure the 3 mm hex wrench has been
removed from the gearcase and boss adapter
before you start the engine.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• W ithout the strap installed, the
Br ushcutter blade can produce side
thrust which can expose the operator
and bystanders to blade contact.
• If the Brushcutter is not correctly posi-
tioned on the operator's right side, the
blade can produce side thrust which
can expose the operator and bystanders
to blade contact.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Contact with the Brushcutter blade can
cause severe personal injur y.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Never operate the Brushcutter without
installing and using the strap.
• Always operate the Brushcutter with the
unit on your right side.
2. The operator must be wearing the strap attached to
the Brushcutter, and the Brushcutter must be on
the operator's right side.
3. The operator's right hand should be holding the
right-hand throttle grip, with his or her fingers on
the throttle trigger.
4. The left hand should be holding the left-hand grip
with the fingers and thumb fully enclosed around
the grip.
5. Accelerate and hold the engine at cutting speed
before entering the material to be cut.
6. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.
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WARNING
7. Stop the Brushcutter engine when moving
between work sites.
• Always wear gloves and protective cloth-
ing when operating the Brushcutter.
• If the Brushcutter blade becomes jammed, stop
the engine immediately.
• Make certain all moving parts have stopped and
disconnect the spark plug before inspecting the
equipment for damage.
• Never use a Brushcutter that has chipped, cracked
or broken cutting attachment or shield.
IMPORTANT: To detach the strap quickly
from the Brushcutter, pull upward on the red
band.
Ring
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CAUTION
Red Band
Strap
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