Safety Instructions; General Instructions; Personal Protective Equipment - Makita RBC411 Manual De Instrucciones

Safety instructions

General Instructions

– To ensure correct and safe operation, the user must read, understand and
follow this instruction manual to assure familiar with the handling of the brush
cutter. Users insufficiently informed will risk danger to themselves as well as
others due to improper handling.
– It is recommended only to loan the brush cutter to people who have proven to
be experienced with brush cutters.
Always hand over the instruction manual.
– First-time users should ask the dealer for basic instructions to familiarize
oneself with the handling of an engine powered cutter.
– Children and young persons aged under 18 years must not be allowed to
operate the brush cutter. Persons over the age of 16 years may however use
the tool for the purpose of being trained only while under the direct supervision
of a qualified trainer.
– Use brush cutters with the utmost care and attention.
– Operate the brush cutter only if you are in good physical condition. Perform all
work conscientiously and carefully. The user has to accept responsibility for
others.
– Never use the brush cutter while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
– Do not use the unit when you are tired.
– Save these instructions for future referral.

Personal protective equipment

– The clothing worn should be functional and appropriate, i.e. it should be tight-
fitting but not cause a hindrance. Do not wear jewelry, clothing or long hair
which could become entangled with bushes or shrubs.
– In order to avoid head-, eye-, hand- or foot injuries as well as to protect your
hearing the following protective equipment and protective clothing must be
used during operation of the brush cutter.
– Always wear a helmet when working in the forest. The protective helmet (1) is
to be checked at regular intervals for damage and is to be replaced at the least
every 5 years. Use only approved protective helmets.
– The visor (2) of the helmet (or approved goggles) protects the face from flying
sticks, stones or other objects. During operation of the brush cutter always
wear goggles, or a visor to prevent eye injuries.
– Wear adequate noise protection equipment to avoid hearing impairment (ear
muffs (3), ear plugs etc.), especially during extended work periods.
– The work overalls (4) protect against flying stones and splinters.
We strongly recommend that the user wears work overalls.
– Special gloves (5) made of thick leather are part of the prescribed equipment
and must always be worn during operation of the brush cutter.
– When using the brush cutter, always wear safety shoes (6) with a non-slip
sole. This protects against injuries and ensures good footing.
Starting up the brush cutter
– Please make sure that there are no children or other people within a working
range of 15 meters, also pay attention to any animals in the working vicinity.
– Before operating, always check that the brush cutter is safe for operation:
Check the security of the cutter blade. Be sure the blade mounting nut is firmly
secured. The throttle lever should be checked for smooth and easy action.
Check for proper functioning of the throttle lever lock. The cutter blade must
not rotate during idling.
Consult idle adjustment instructions on page 15. Check for clean and dry
handles and test function of the ON-OFF switch.
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
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