4 Safety Precautions
► Wear close-fitting safety glasses. Suitable
safety glasses are tested in accordance with
EN 166 or national regulations and
available commercially with the
corresponding marking.
► Wear face protection.
► Wear long trousers made from resistant material.
■ Dust can be whipped up during operation. Whipped up
dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause
allergic reactions.
► If dust is generated: Wear a dust respirator mask.
■ Inappropriate clothing can snag on wood, brush or the
brushcutter. Users not wearing suitable clothing are at risk
of serious injury.
► Wear close-fitting clothing.
► Remove scarves and jewelry.
■ The user may come into contact with the rotating cutting
attachment during operation. This may result in serious
injury to the user.
► Wear robust footwear.
► Wear long trousers made from resistant material.
■ There is a risk of the user coming into contact with the
cutting attachment or the line limiting blade during
cleaning and maintenance work and when the cutting
attachment is mounted or removed. This may result in
injury to the user.
► Wear work gloves made from resistant material.
■ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause the user to slip.
This may result in injury to the user.
► Wear sturdy, closed-toed footwear with high-grip soles.
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4.5
Work Area and Surroundings
4.5.1
Brushcutter
WARNING
■ Bystanders, children and animals are not aware of the
dangers of the brushcutter and objects being thrown into
the air and cannot assess them. Bystanders, children and
animals may be seriously injured and property may be
damaged.
► Keep bystanders, children and
15m (50ft)
animals at a distance of 15 m from
the working area.
► Maintain a distance of 15 m from objects.
► Do not leave the brushcutter unattended.
► Ensure that children cannot play with the brushcutter.
■ The brushcutter is not waterproof. If you work in the rain
or in a damp environment, an electric shock may occur.
The user may be injured and the brushcutter may be
damaged.
► Do not work in the rain or in a damp
environment.
■ Electrical components of the brushcutter can produce
sparks. Sparks can cause fires and explosions in a
flammable or explosive environment. This can result in
serious injuries or death and damage to property.
► Do not work in a flammable environment or in an
explosive environment.
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