Operational Safety Instructions For Cutting Blades; Safety Devices/Equipment - FLORABEST FBK 4 B2 Originalbetriebsanleitung

■ Work posture: Do not operate the appliance in an uncomfortable pos-
ition, when you are unbalanced, with arms fully stretched or with only
one hand.
■ Always ensure that you have a solid and firm stance.
■ Do not use the appliance if bystanders or animals are in the direct vicin-
ity. Maintain a minimum distance of 15 metres between the operator
and other people or animals when trimming. Maintain a minimum dis-
tance of 30 metres between the operator and other people or animals
when mowing down to the ground.
■ When mowing on a slope, always stand at a lower level than the cutting
tool. Never cut or trim on an icy, slippery hill or slope.
■ Any modifications to the product may risk personal safety and void the
manufacturer's warranty.
■ Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
■ Do not use the appliance if it is damaged or if there are visible defects.
Use and handling
■ Use the appliance only for its intended purpose: cutting grass, mowing,
pruning branches, cutting and trimming hedges and bushes.
■ Do not use the appliance for extended periods; take regular breaks.
■ Ensure that screws and connecting elements are firmly tightened. Never
operate the appliance if it is not correctly adjusted, incomplete or if it is
not properly assembled.
■ Open the fuel tank slowly in order to allow any pressure which may
have built up in the tank to dissipate. To prevent the risk of fire, move at
least 3 metres away from the refuelling area before starting the appli-
ance.
■ Guide the strimmer to the desired height. Avoid contact with small
objects (e.g. stones) when using the strimmer.
■ Always hold the strimmer on the ground when the appliance is in oper-
ation.
■ Do not use the appliance unless the appropriate protective guard has
been installed and is in good condition.
■ Do not use any other cutting tools. For your safety, only use the ac-
cessories and additional devices that are indicated in the operating
instructions. The use of parts other than those recommended in the
operating instructions, or other accessories, can put you at risk of injury.
■ Always trim and cut using the high speed range. Do not let the engine
run at a low speed when starting to mow or trim.
■ When starting and operating the appliance, ensure that it does not
come into contact with the ground, stones, wire or other foreign mater-
ial. Switch off the appliance before you put it down.
■ Switch off the appliance before you put it away.
■ Always turn the engine off before working on the cutting tool.

Operational safety instructions for cutting blades

Preparation
■ The cutting blade flings objects and soil with great force. These can
blind or cause other injuries. Wear eye, face and leg protection.
Always remove objects from the work area before using the cutting blade.
■ The cutting blade continues running after the throttle lever has been
released. A running-down cutting blade can inflict cuts to yourself or
other people standing nearby. Turn the engine off and make sure that
the cutting blade has come to a complete stop before performing any
work on the cutting blade.
FBK 4 B2
Personal safety
■ The appliance can blind and cause injuries to bystanders. Maintain a
minimum distance of 15 metres in all directions between the appliance
and other people or animals.
Use and handling
■ Do not use the appliance if any of the cutting blade accessories have
not been properly installed.
■ The cutting blade can kick back from objects with force. This can cause
injuries to your arms and legs. If the appliance comes into contact with
a foreign body, immediately shut down the engine and wait until the
cutting blade has come to a complete stop. Check the cutting blade for
damage. Always replace the cutting blade if it is bent or cracked.

Safety devices/equipment

The relevant plastic protective guard for the cutting blade or filament
operation must be installed when working with the appliance in order to
prevent objects from being flung away.
WARNING!
■ Never mow/trim while other individuals, especially children or
animals, are in the vicinity.
■ Maintain a safety distance of 15 m. Turn off the appliance immedi-
ately if this distance is not maintained.
CAUTION! RISK OF POISONING!
■ Exhaust gases, fuels and lubricants are toxic. Exhaust gases must
never be inhaled.
WARNING!
■ Petrol is highly flammable. Store petrol only in the containers
provided.
■ Refuel only outdoors and do not smoke.
■ The filler cap must not be opened and refuelling must not take place
while the engine is running or when the appliance is hot.
■ Do not attempt to start the engine if the petrol has overflowed. In-
stead, remove the appliance from the area polluted by petrol. Do not
attempt to restart the appliance until the petrol fumes have dissipated.
■ For safety reasons, the petrol tank and filler cap must be replaced if
they are damaged.
Limit the noise generation and vibrations to a minimum!
■ Only use appliances that are in good condition.
■ Maintain and clean the appliance on a regular basis.
■ Adapt your working method to the appliance.
■ Do not force the power tool.
■ Have the appliance inspected if necessary.
■ Switch the appliance off when not in use.
■ Wear protective gloves.
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