User manual MCCULLOCH GLADIATOR 550

[. . . ] A INSTRUCTION MANUAL LIBRETTO D'ISTRUZIONI B1 B2 GB DE FR NL NO FI Electrolux Outdoor Products Via Como 72 23868 Valmadrera (Lecco) ITALIA Phone +39 0341 203111 - Fax +39 0341 581671 Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time to time without prior notice. Electrolux Outdoor Products manufacture products for a number of well known brands under various registered patents, designs and trademarks in several countries. © Electrolux Outdoor Products Italy IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future reference. IT HU GR CZ INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI: Leggere le istruzioni attentamente e capirle bene prima di usare l'utensile. [. . . ] · The operator or user is liable for any accidents · · · or damages to third parties or property, and for the dangers to which they may be exposed. Take account of any hazard that may not be perceived because of the noise of the machine. Make sure there is someone in the vicinity within safe calling distance in case of any accidents. Never use the machine when you are tired or under the influence of any substances like drugs or alcohol that could affect your physical conditions. When you transport the hedge trimmer in a motor vehicle, place it in a stable fixed position so that no fuel leaks out. During transportation or storage of the machine always fit the blade guard on the blades to prevent accidental injury. ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL REPLACEMENTS AND ACCESSORIES. · · · Precautions for safe use of the machine · Make sure any other persons or animals in the vicinity are at a safe distance (at least 10 meters). If necessary, use warning signals to keep persons and animals at a safe distance. · If any fuel is spilled on the machine, make sure the engine is completely dry before starting it. · Keep the grips clean and dry · Never start the machine if the blades are damaged or badly worn · If you wear the Electrolux safety visor, make sure to remove the transparent protective film, if any. · Keep all parts of the body and clothing away from the blades during startup and while the engine is running. · Do not use the hedge trimmer while standing on a ladder or other unstable support. · When trimming tall hedges or bushes, use a stable, safe platform and stand in a stable position without the risk of losing your balance. · If you strike an object accidentally, switch off the engine immediately and examine the machine. · Make sure the grip and hand guard are in place during use of the machine. · When trimming or edging, keep the engine running at high speed; these operations should not be carried out with the motor running at low speed. · Never lift the hedge trimmer above shoulder height when using it. · Always wait for the motor to idle before moving the machine from one section of the shrub or hedge to another. · The characteristics of the mixture tend to deteriorate in time, so you should only prepare as much mixture as you are going to need. The following precautions should be taken to reduce the fire hazard: Always ensure there is adequate ventilation. Place the machine on a solid flat surface so that it cannot tip over, with the cap on the tank facing upward. Clean the area around the fuel cap before removing it, to prevent any impurities from contaminating the fuel. [. . . ] In case of excessive wear take the unit to a service center for replacement. · Caution: the blades are sharp and dangerous even with the engine off. · Use a screwdriver to lift and remove the air filter from its housing (see figure). 3 GREASING GEARBOX (Only for specific models) · Every 50 hours of operation add grease to the gearbox for the high speed gears, through the inlet (C). [. . . ]