Solo 117 Manual Del Usario página 19

Assembly
For shipping purposes, the brushcutter is partly
disassembled and has to be reassembled prior to use.
The brushcutter is to be used only
after complete reassembly.
Safety and warning hints
General Instructions
• Do not work alone! Someone
should be nearby in case of an
emergency.
• First-time users should receive
detailed instructions from the
sales person or another expert
in order to familiarize
themselves with the operation
of the engine-driven brushcutter.
• The brushcutter may only be used in
safe operational condition. Unsafe
machines cause accidents.
• Within the brushcutter's work
area, the operating person is
responsible for injuries to third parties.
• Children and juveniles under
18 are not permitted to handle
cutting apparatus and
brushcutters. Exceptions are
juveniles who are in training
and under direct supervision.
• Lend the brushcutter only to
individuals experienced with its
operation. The owner's manual
should accompany the unit.
• Working with the brushcutter
requires attention and concentration.
• Operate the brushcutter only
when in good physical
condition. Fatigue or illness
lead to inattention.
• All work needs to be done in a
calm and attentive manner.
• Never operate the brushcutter
under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
• Brushcutters are only to be used
in single, one person operations.
No one should be allowed within a circle of 15
meters (50 feet). Be aware of children and
pets (illustration 2). Immediately stop engine
and cutting attachment when a person or pet
approaches.
• Even when the throttle is
released, the cutting attachment
will still turn for a short time.
Be sure that the cutting
attachment has stopped prior to
turning the engine off.
• When working with the
brushcutter, hold the cutter
firmly with both hands. Be sure
you stand on firm and solid
ground while operating.
• Operate brushcutter only in
daylight and under good
visibility conditions. Be aware of
wet and/or slippery conditions
since there is a danger of slipping.
• Never operate brushcutter on
unstable terrain. Be aware of
tree stumps, tree roots, ditches, etc.
• Use extra caution when working
on slopes or hills.
• Prior to cutting,inspect the work
area for rocks, broken glass,
nails, wires and other solid
objects. Remove objects which
might be thrown or become
entangled in the brushcutter.
• Always hold the brushcutter
below the hips. The moving
cutting attachment is to be
operated at ground level.
• All body parts are to be kept away
from the rotating cutter attachment.
• Never touch the hot exhaust.
• Use proper cutting techniques.
• Turn engine off prior to making
physical contact with the cutter.
Never remove debris with the
engine running.
• If the brushcutter functions in an
unusual manner, turn engine off,
push cutter to the ground, and
hold firmly while engine and
cutting attachment come to a stop.
Personal Protective Equipment
1
for your Safety
To avoid injuries to the head, eyes,
hands and feet, as well as to avoid
hearing loss, it is necessary to
wear the following protective
clothing/gear:
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