Security Measures; Personal Security - Garland BEST 310 DPG Manual De Instrucciones

2. SECURITY MEASURES

To avoid incorrect manipulation of this
machine, read the instruction manual before
using the machine for the first time. All
information included in this manual is relevant and
important for your security as well as for the security
of other people, animals and objects surrounding
you. Should you have any doubts with respect to
the information contained in this manual, please
ask a specialist or visit your local dealer where you
purchased the machine.
2.1. USERS
This machine has been designed to be used by people
over 18 and who have read and understood the
instruction manual.
Attention! Do not allow underage people to use
the machine.
Attention! Do not allow people who have not
understood this manual clearly to use this machine.
Before using this machine, familiarise yourself with all
the controls, security devices and how these are used.
If you are not an expert user, we strongly recommend
that you practice firstly with some simple chores
preferably in the presence of an expert user.
Attention! Only lend this machine to people
familiarised in the use of this type of machine.
Always lend the machine with the instruction
manual so that this new user reads it in detail and
understands it. This machine is dangerous if used
by untrained hands.

2.2. PERSONAL SECURITY

Be alert and vigilant when using this machine and
use common sense.
Do not use this machine if tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medicines. One
moment of distraction could cause severe personal
injuries.
Clear the work place of tools and keys prior to start
up. If the machine comes into contact with a key or
tool in the work place, this could be propelled causing
personal damages.
Do not overstretch. Maintain your feet well placed
on the floor and maintain a good equilibrium at all
times.
Maintain all body parts well clear of the cutting
elements of the machine when the machine is
running. Before start up, make sure that the cutting
element is not in contact with any object. One small
lapse in attention can cause your clothes or any body
part to be caught by the cutting device.
Always use the brushcutter held to a harness and hold
the machine by the handles provided with both hands.
Be extremely careful when cutting shrubs and young
trees. Thin materials can be projected towards the end
user or could make you lose your equilibrium. If you
are an inexperienced user, we recommend that you
practice first cutting grass on a flat surface.
When transporting the machine, make sure it is
hooked to the harness and with your hands on the
handles, with the engine stopped, with the blade
protector and at a distance from your body parts.
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