Dolmar MS-261 U - Manual (Page 6)

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Refueling
- Always stop the engine during refueling, keep away from open flames and do not smoke.
- Always wear protective gloves during refueling. Change and clean protective clothing at regular intervals.
- Be careful not to spill either fuel or oil for environmental protection. Clean the Brush Cutter/String Trimmer imme-
diately if fuel is split.
- Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing. Change your clothing immediately if fuel is split on it to prevent clothing
catching fire.
- Inspect the fuel cap regularly to make sure that it is securely fastened and does not leak.
- Always tighten the fuel tank cap securely. Change the location to start the engine (at least 3 meter away from the
place of refueling).
- Never refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vapors accumulate, which may cause explosions.
- Only transport and store fuel in approved containers. Make sure the fuel stored is not accessible to children.
Method of operation
- Only use the Brush Cutter/String Trimmer in good light and visibility. During the winter season, always be aware of
slippery or wet area, ice and snow. Ensure a safe footing.
- Never cut above waist height.
- Never operate the Brush Cutter/String Trimmer standing on a ladder.
- Never use the Brush Cutter/String Trimmer climbing up into trees.
- Never work on unstable surfaces.
- Remove sand, stones, nails etc. within the working range. Foreign materials may damage the cutting tool and
cause dangerous kick-back.
- The cutting tool must have reached full working speed before contact with the grass.
Kickback
- When operating the brush cutter, uncontrollable kickback may occur.
- This is particularly the case when attempting to cut within a blade segment between 12 and 2 o’clock.
- Never use the brush cutter within a segment between 12 and 2 o’clock.
- Never apply the blade of brush cutter to solids, such as bushes and trees, etc., having a diameter in excess of
3 cm or the brush cutter will be deflected at great force with the risk of injuries.
Kickback prevention
To avoid kickback, ensure the following :
- Operation within a blade segment between 12 and 2 o’clock presents positive hazards, especially in using metal
cutting tools.
- Cutting operations within a blade segment between 11 and 12 o’clock, and between 2 and 5 o’clock, must only be
performed by trained and experienced operators, and then only at their own risk.
Easy cutting with almost no kickback is possible within a blade segment between 8 and 11 o’clock.
Cutting Tools
Use only the correct cutting tool.
• Resting
• Transport
• Refuelling
• Maintenance
• Tool Replacement
Caution:
Kickback
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