11.
Use extreme caution when reversing the brush
or sweep drum rotation or pulling the machine
toward you. If the power unit has reverse
rotation function, do not use it more than
necessary. When operated in reverse rotation,
the power brush / power sweep will pull you if the
brushes or sweep drums are on the ground.
12. Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to push too hard at too fast a rate. The
machine will do better work when used with proper
load and there is less likelihood of a risk of injury.
13. Do not accelerate the motor with the brushes
or sweep drums blocked. It increases the load
and will damage the machine.
14. If the machine gets heavy impact or fall, check
the condition before continuing work. Check
the fuel system for fuel leakage and the controls
and safety devices for malfunction. If there is
any damage or doubt, ask our authorized ser-
vice center for the inspection and repair.
15. Do not touch the gear case. The gear case
becomes hot during operation.
16. Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused
by fatigue. We recommend to take a 10 to
20-minute rest every hour.
17. When you leave the machine, even if it is a
short time, always switch off the engine or
remove the battery cartridge. The machine unat-
tended with the engine running may be used by
unauthorized person and cause serious accident.
18. Follow the instruction manual of the power unit
for proper use of the control lever and switch.
19. During or after operation, do not put the
hot machine onto dry grass or combustible
materials.
20. If the brushes or sweep drums catch foreign
objects, switch off the motor and remove the
spark plug cap or battery cartridge, and then
remove the obstructions.
21. Keep your hands and feet clear of the brushes
or sweep drums. Contacting the brushes or
sweep drums can result in serious injury.
When handling the brushes or sweep drums,
stop the motor and remove the spark plug cap
or battery cartridge.
22. Check the brushes or sweep drums frequently
during operation for cracks or damages.
23. Always switch off the engine or remove the bat-
tery cartridge when removing debris or foreign
objects from the brushes or sweep drums.
24. Refer to the instruction manual of the power
unit for how to start and control the machine.
Vibration
Exposing to excessive vibration injures blood ves-
sels or nervous system of the operator and causes
the following symptoms in the fingers, hands or
wrists: "Falling asleep" (numbness), tingling, pain,
stabbing sensation, alteration of skin color or of
the skin. If any of these symptoms occur, see a
physician.
To reduce the risk of "white finger disease", keep
your hands warm during operation and well main-
tain the machine and accessories.
Maintenance
1.
Before doing any maintenance or repair work
or cleaning the machine, always switch off
the motor and remove the spark plug cap or
the battery cartridge. Wait until the motor gets
cold.
To reduce the risk of fire, never service the
2.
equipment in the vicinity of fire.
3.
Always wear protective gloves when handling
the brushes or sweep drums.
4.
Always clean dust and dirt off the equipment.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like for the purpose. Discoloration, defor-
mation or cracks of the plastic components may
result.
5.
After each use, tighten all screws and nuts,
except for the carburetor adjustment screws.
6.
Replace the brushes or sweep drums if they
are damaged.
7.
Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not
described in this booklet or the instruction
manual of the power unit. Ask our authorized
service center for such work.
8.
Follow instructions for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
9.
Always use the genuine spare parts and acces-
sories only. Using parts or accessories supplied
by a third party may result in the equipment break-
down, property damage and/or serious injury.
10. Request our authorized service center to
inspect and maintain the machine at regular
interval.
Storage
1.
Before storing the machine, perform full clean-
ing and maintenance. Remove the spark plug
cap or the battery cartridge. Drain the fuel after
the engine gets cold.
2.
Store the equipment in a dry and high or
locked location out of reach of children.
3.
Do not prop the equipment against something,
such as a wall. Otherwise it may fall suddenly
and cause an injury.
First Aid
In case of accident make sure that a first-aid
1.
box is available in the vicinity of the opera-
tions. Immediately replace any item taken from
the first aid box.
2.
When asking for help, give the following
information:
—
Place of accident
—
What happened
—
Number of injured persons
—
Kind of injuries
—
Your name
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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