Solo USA 129HS - Manual (Page 5)

Safety regulations
ENGLISH 5
1.3 Fuelling
Petrol is very light and highly flammable. Keep away from open flames and never spill fuel. Do not smoke at the
operating site or at and near the refuelling site!
• Stop the engine prior to refuelling.
• Let the engine cool down before refuelling - fire risk!
• Open the tank lid slowly to allow any excess pressure in the tank to be reduced without the risk of petrol spraying out.
• Fuel may contain substances similar to solvents. Prevent products made from mineral oil coming into contact with skin and
eyes. Wear protective gloves during filling with fuel. Frequently change and clean protective clothing.
• Avoid breathing in fuel vapour.
• The refuelling site should be well ventilated.
• Avoid any soil spillage of fuel or oil (protection of the environment). Use a suitable mat.
• Immediately clean any spilled fuel on the machine. Change contaminated clothing without delay.
• Firmly tighten all tank lids. This will reduce the risk of spillage from lids, which have become loose from engine vibrations.
• Check for petrol leaks. Do not start the machine or work with the machine if there is a petrol leak. Life threatening risk
from burns!
• Store fuel and oil in approved and correctly labelled containers.
1.4 When transporting the equipment
• Always turn off the engine when transporting the machine.
• Never carry or transport this maschine with the engine running.
• Always ensure that the blade is secured before transporting the tool over longer distances.
• To prevent fuel running out and associated damages, secure the equipment against tipping over during vehicle
transportation. Check the tank for leaks. It is advisable to drain the tank before transportation.
• Drain the tank before despatching the equipment.
1.5 Maintenance and repairs
Regularly service this machine. Only carry out those maintenance jobs and repairs, which are described in this manual. A
specialised service centre will carry our all other jobs.
• Do not maintain, repair or store the machine near an open flame.
• Before cleaning, maintenance and repair work, always stop the engine first and pull the spark plug cap. Exceptions:
carburettor and idle adjustments.
• For any repairs only use original parts from the manufacturer.
• Do not modify, alter or change the machine as this may impact on the safe operation of the machine and may lead to
accidents and injuries!
1.6 Preparing the equipment for starting
Check the complete machine for operational safety. In addition to the information in the operating and maintenance
instructions (chapter 8), implement the following checks:
• The stop switch should function properly.
• The throttle must have freedom of movement and return to the idle position on its own accord.
• The cutter and both handles must be tightly secured and in perfect working order.
• Ensure the spark plug cap and the ignition cable are connected firmly. A loose connection may cause a spark, which can
ignite any existing fuel:air mixture - fire hazard!
Should the check reveal any irregularities or recognisable damage (also to the frame), incorrect adjustments or reduced
efficiency of the machine, do not commence work. Take the power tool to a specialised workshop and have it checked.
1.7 Starting
• Start the machine no less than 3 metres from the refuelling location. Never start the machine in an enclosed space.
• Ensure that you are standing firmly on the ground when starting. Always start on even ground, with a firm grip on the
power tool.
• Continue with the starting procedure as described in section 5. "Starting/Stopping the engine".
• Check the idle speed setting after starting. The cutter must not move at idle speed.