IKRA IES 1000 C Instrucciones De Manejo página 27

30. Comply with the accident prevention regula-
tions.
31. Wear goggles or properly fitted safety glasses,
sturdy closed shoes with non-slip soles, snug-
fitting work clothes, gloves and ear protectors
(ear plugs or ear mufflers).
32. Careless use can cause injuries to hand and feet
by the rotating cutting elements.
33. Always hold the unit firmly with both hands on
the handles. Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
34. Work calmly and stay alert. Operate the tool un-
der good visibility and daylight conditions only.
35. Arrange the extension cord so that it cannot be
damaged and does not cause a hindrance.
36. Be careful not to chafe the extension cord on cor-
ners, pointed or sharp objects. Do not squeeze
extension cord, e.g. through narrow gaps in
doors or windows.
37. Make sure the open side of the protection guard
is pointing away from yourself before you switch
on the tool.
38. Never tug the extension cord to disconnect the
plug. Always grip the plug.
39. Use particular caution while working in dense
growth areas where your view of the ground is
obscured.
40. Never leave your tool outdoors in rain.
41. Do not cut wet grass or other growth. Never use
in rain.
42. Hold the extension cord so that it is always away
from the rotating nylon line.
43. Transporting the electric tool, e.g. carrying it to
another site: Switch of the unit, disconnect the
plug.
44. Take special care in slippery conditions - on
slopes and uneven ground.
45. Work in a line across the slope and take special
care when turning around.
46. Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps
and roots to avoid stumbling.
47. Clean the cutting head at regular intervals.
48. Check the condition of the cutting head at fre-
quent intervals. If the behaviour of the cutting
head changes (vibration, noise), check immedi-
ately as follows: Switch off the tool, hold it firmly
and bring the cutting head to a standstill by
pressing it against the ground. Then disconnect
plug from power supply. Check condition of cut-
ting head - look for cracks.
49. Be sure to bring the unit onto normal working
position before turning it on again.
50. Have a damaged cutting head replaced immedi-
ately - even if it only has superficial cracks. Never
attempt to repair a damaged cutting head.
51. Always switch off your tool and disconnect it
from the power supply before taking a break and
after finishing work. Do not forget maintenance.
(Plug disconnected!) Only carry out maintenance
and repairs described in these operating instruc-
tions. Any other work should be performed by
your dealer. Do not grease - this is unnecessary,
as this unit has been pregreased at the factory.
52. Inspect cooling air slots on the motor housing
at regular intervals for clog-ups and clean as
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53. Only use original spare parts.
54. Clean plastic parts with a damp cloth. Do not use
55. Never hose down the electric tool!
56. Cleaning and maintenance may not be carried
57. Store tool indoors in a dry, high or locked place
Important notice - so your guarantee does not expire:
• Always keep the air-intake clean.
• Never press the cutting head on the ground, when
• Never hit the cutting head on a hard underground,
6. Assembly
Shoulder strap (Fig. 2)
A shoulder strap (63) is supplied for your greater comfort.
Simply attach the clip of the shoulder strap onto the strap
onto the hanger at the front of left housing body (68).
Connecting the attachment to the upper shaft (Fig. 3)
1. The coupler (25) connects the attachment to the up-
2. Loosen the wing nut (24) by turning it counter clock-
3. Align the button with the guide recess on the upper
4. Slide the underneath shaft (28) into the upper tube
Note: If the button does not release completely in the
positioning hole, upper shaft (17) are not locked. Slightly
rotate the underneath shaft until the button is locked
into place.
5. Tighten the wing nut (24) securely by turning it
Note: During operation, periodically check the wing nut
(24) and tighten as necessary.
Removing the attachment from the upper shaft (Fig. 3)
Disconnect the upper shaft and underneath shaft for
storage or when a job calls for a different attachment.
Follow these steps to remove the attachment from the
upper shaft.
1. Release the trigger (13) and allow the trimmer to
2. Unplug the brush cutter.
3. Loosen the wing nut (24) by turning it counterclock-
4. Push the button, while pulling out the attachment.
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necessary.
aggressive cleaning chemicals.
out by children.
and always keep out of reach of children.
doing this you brake the turned-on motor.
otherwise you will unbalance and damage the motor
shaft.
WARNING: Do not touch the gear head immedi-
ately when the product using in a long time, the hot
gear head may scald you.
per shaft. Follow these steps to connect the attach-
ment to the upper shaft.
wise.
shaft.
(17) until the underneath shaft clicks into place.
clockwise.
coast to a stop.
wise.