RedMax BC280 - Manual (Page 4)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Machine’s safety equipment
This section describes the machine’s safe-
ty equipment, its purpose, and how checks
and maintenance should be carried out to
ensure that it operates correctly. See the
“What is what” section to locate where this
equipment is positioned on your machine.
The life span of the machine can be re-
duced and the risk of accidents can in-
crease if machine maintenance is not car-
ried out correctly and if service and/or re-
pairs are not carried out professionally. If
you need further information please contact
your nearest service workshop.
Throttle lock--out
The throttle lock--out is designed to prevent
accidental operation of the throttle control.
When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when you
grasp the handle) it releases the throttle
control (B). When you release the handle,
the throttle control and the throttle lock--out
both move back to their original positions.
This movement is controlled by two inde-
pendent return springs. This arrangement
means that the throttle control is automati-
cally locked at the idle setting.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when necessary,
e.g., when fitting cutting attachments.
HEARING PROTECTION
Wear hearing protection that provides
adequate noise reduction.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear approved eye protection. If
you use a visor then you must also wear
approved protective goggles. Approved
protective goggles must comply with
standard ANSI Z87.1.
BOOTS
Wear sturdy, non--slip boots.
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and
avoid loose clothing that can catch on
twigs and branches. Always wear heavy,
long pants. Do not wear jewelry, shorts
sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder level.
Personal protective equipment FIRST AID KIT
Always have a first aid kit nearby.
A
B
IMPORTANT! All servicing and repair work
on the machine requires special training. This
is especially true of the machine’s safety
equipment. If your machine fails any of the
checks described below you must contact
your servicing dealer. When you buy any of
our products we guarantee the availability of
professional repairs and service. If the retailer
who sells your machine is not a servicing
dealer, ask him for the address of your near-
est servicing dealer.
WARNING:
Whenever you use a
clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer
you must wear personal protective
equipment that is approved by the
authorities. Personal protective
equipment does not eliminate the risk
of accidents, but it can reduce the ef-
fects of an injury in the event of an
accident. Ask your dealer for help
when choosing protective equipment.
IMPORTANT! Listen for warning signals
or shouts when you are wearing hearing
protection. Always remove your hearing
protection as soon as the engine stops.
WARNING:
Never use a machine
that has faulty safety equipment!
Carry out the inspection, mainte-
nance and service routines listed in
this section. If your machine fails any
of these checks, contact your service
agent to get it repaired.