Powerplus POW6128 HEDGE TRIMMER 22.5CC 600MM EN - Manual (Page 7)

POW6128
EN
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 Make sure that air circulation is adequate and good. The product must be easily
accessible from all sides.
6.1 Additional safety warnings for fuel handling
 Always disconnect the spark plug connector and let the product cool down, before
refueling it. Petrol is easily flammable. Never smoke when you are refueling the product.
Do not refuel the product, if there is an open fire in the vicinity!
 Always use suitable aids such as funnels and filler necks. Do not spill any fuel on the
product or its exhaust system. There is a risk of ignition. Remove spilled fuel carefully from
all parts of the product. Any residue which may be present must have completely
volatilized, before the product is put into operation!
 Never use the product in environments where there is a risk of explosion. Exhaust gases
and fuel fumes are noxious. Fuel fumes can ignite.
 Never breathe in any fuel fumes, when you are refueling the product. Never fill the tank in
enclosed spaces, such as basements or sheds. There is a risk of poisoning and explosion!
 Avoid skin contact with petrol.
 Do not eat or drink, while you are refueling the product. If you have swallowed petrol or oil,
or if petrol or oil has got into your eyes, then seek the advice of a doctor immediately.
 Close the tank lid immediately after filling the tank. Make sure that it is properly closed.
 Never use the product without an air filter.
6.2 Vibration and noise reduction
To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission, limit the time of operation, use low-
vibration and low-noise operating modes as well as wear personal protective equipment.
6.3 Emergency
Familiarise yourself with the use of this product by means of this instruction manual.
Memorise the safety directions and follow them to the letter. This will help to prevent risks
and hazards.
 Always be alert when using this product, so that you can recognise and handle risks early.
Fast intervention can prevent serious injury and damage to property.
 Stop the engine and unplug the spark plug connector if there is any malfunction. Have the
product checked by a qualified specialist and repaired, if necessary, before you put it into
operation again.
6.4 Residual risks
Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the safety requirements,
potential risks of injury and damage remain. The following dangers can arise in connection
with the structure and design of this product:
 Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the product is being used over long
periods of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained.
 Injuries and damage to property due to broken accessories or the sudden impact of
hidden objects during use.
 Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects.
WARNING! This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation!
This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive
medical implants! To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with medical implants to consult their doctor and the
medical implant manufacturer before operating this product!