1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
We thank you for your confidence in our
products and wish you an enjoyable use
of the machine and/or the interchangea-
ble equipment.
We have created these operating instruc-
tions to ensure trouble-free operation.
Carefully follow these recommendations
for the satisfaction of owning a long-term
properly functioning machine or inter-
changeable equipment.
Our machines and interchangeable equip-
ment are tested very rigorously before be-
ing mass-produced and are subjected to
strict controls during actual manufactur-
ing. This is the best guarantee of quality
for us and for the user.
This machine and/or interchangeable
equipment has been subjected to strict
neutral tests in the country of origin and
meets the safety standards in force.
1.2 THE MANUAL
The manual is divided into chapters and
paragraphs in order to present the infor-
mation as clearly as possible.
The instructions, drawings and documen-
tation contained in this manual are of a
confidential technical nature, strictly the
property of the manufacturer (see EC
declaration on last page) and may not be
wholly or partially reproduced in any way.
The user's manual must be stored with care
and must accompany the machine and/or the
interchangeable equipment in all the changes
of ownership that it may have through its life.
To facilitate this, the manual must be han-
dled with care, with clean hands and must
not be deposited on dirty surfaces.
It must be stored in an environment protected
from moisture and heat and in such a way that
it is always on hand to clarify any doubts. No
parts should be removed, modified or torn.
1.3 MANUAL SYMBOLS
DANGER!
This symbol highlights situations that
can affect safety, cause death and/or se-
rious injury to the operator.
CAUTION!
This symbol highlights situations that
can cause minor injury to the operator
and/or damage to the machine.
INFORMATION!
This symbol highlights special indica-
tions for better clarity and ease of use.
The images are indicated by the specific
figures (e.g.
2. 1
).
1.4 MANUFACTURER DATA
See cover or CE label.
For information and to order spare parts,
please contact your local dealer, quoting
the item number and production number,
which can be found on the CE label shown
2.1
in
.
1. Manufacturer identification
2. Model
3. Product identification code
4. Item serial number
5. Mass
6. Year / Month
7. Motor power
8. Type of product
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER!
All the dangers described in this par-
agraph can generate serious injury or
death of the operator.
DANGER!
Read and understand this use and main-
tenance manual in its entirety before as-
sembling and operating the machine or
the interchangeable equipment.
DANGER!
It is the responsibility of the employer
to transmit all the information contained
in this manual to the operator who will
use the machine or the interchangeable
equipment.
This machine and/or interchangeable
equipment complies with all European
standards in force during the period of
production. Improper use or maintenance
may nevertheless increase the risk of in-
jury.
In order to reduce this risk, read the
following
safety
instructions
fully and pay attention to the haz-
ard symbols on the following pages.
General indications:
1. Use of the machine by persons under
16 years of age or by persons who have
consumed alcohol, medicine or drugs is
prohibited.
2. The electromagnetic field generated
by the motor or electrical circuit could
interfere with pacemaker devices. Carri-
ers of these devices MUST consult with
their doctor before using the machine.
3. Do not start the machine while
standing in front of the tool or ap-
proach
it
when
When pulling on the motor starter cord (if
any), the tool and the machine itself must
remain stationary.
4. The motor MUST remain off during
machine transport and all adjustment,
maintenance, cleaning operations and
interchangeable equipment changes.
5. Do not leave the machine until the mo-
tor has been switched off and the ma-
chine has been parked in a stable, safe
position.
6. Take care with the exhaust pipe. Near-
by parts can reach as high as 80°. Re-
place worn or defective silencers.
7. Before starting work with the machine,
perform a visual and physical check to
ensure that all the safety and accident
prevention systems it is equipped with
are fully functional. Excluding or tam-
pering with them is strictly prohibited.
Replace damaged or worn parts before
use.
8. Any improper use, repairs carried out
by non-specialised personnel or the use
of non-original spare parts will invalidate
the warranty and shall forfeit any manu-
facturer liability.
9. Do not modify the motor rotation
speed regulator calibration or reach ex-
cessive speeds.
10. Only original spare parts must be
used to ensure the machine level of safe-
ty.
Instructions for use:
1. Before using the machine and/or this
interchangeable equipment, familiarise
yourself with the controls and learn how
to stop it quickly.
2. Check the motor oil level before start-
ing the machine.
3. Before starting the machine, check
that all fasteners (bolts, screws, nuts,
etc.) are tightened and that the bonnets
and protection systems are intact and
correctly fitted.
4. Walk, do not run, while working.
care-
5. Do not start the machine in closed
rooms where carbon fumes can accu-
mulate.
6. Work only during daylight hours with good
it
is
running.