GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Vibration damping system
Never use a machine that has a faulty muf�er.
Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system that is designed to minimize vibration and make operation easier. The machine�s vibration damping system reduces the transfer of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and the machine�s handle unit. The engine body including the blades is suspended on the handlebar system via a four springs. Regularly check that the muf�er is securely attached to the machine.
Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or deformation. Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and securely attached. WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage in people who have impaired circulation. Contact your doctor if you experience symptoms of overexposure to vibration. Such symptoms include numbness, loss of feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes in skin colour or condition. These symptoms normally appear in the �ngers, hands or wrists. The risk increases at low temperatures.
If the muf�er on your machine is �tted with a spark arrestor mesh this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked mesh will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage.
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WARNING! Muf�ers �tted with catalytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stopping. This also applies at idle speed. Contact can result in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of �re!
Muf�er
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The muf�er is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muf�er �tted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce harmful exhaust gases.
WARNING! The inside of the muf�er contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muf�er.
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WARNING! Bear in mind that:
The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a �re. Never start the machine indoors or near combustible material!
In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a signi�cant risk of �re. We therefore �t certain muf�ers with a spark arrestor mesh. Check whether the muf�er on your machine is �tted with this kind of mesh.
For muf�ers it is very important that you follow the instructions on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine.
