TruYard GE22 Safety And Operating Instructions Manual

SAFETY AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

GE22

Garden Edger

Safety Instructions

(1) Read safety and operating instructions carefully.

(2) Always wear suitable footwear. Do not edge in bare feet.

(3) Always stop the engine and disconnect the sparkplugs when guards are not in place.

(4) Check that the items to be edged are free of all foreign debris. This includes and is not
limited to nails, wire rope etc.

(5) Do not allow children to come near the edger. Always ensure that the children are at a
safe distance and are well away from the machine.

(6) Do not put hands whatsoever inside the machine or near the belt or blade while the
machine is running.

(7) Read the engine manufactures operating instructions carefully. Do not alter governor
settings or over speed the engine.

(8) Take great care when refuelling the engine. Never have a lighted flame near refuelling
area. Always refuel outdoors. Always turn off engine when you are refuelling and do not
refuel if engine is hot. If spillage occurs mop up immediately and wait a suitable time so the
fumes disappear. When storing fuel make sure it is in a suitably designed container and it is
stored in a cool dry place.

(9) Use your edger only in daylight when visibility is good.

(10) When edging, slopes should be treated with caution. Never place edger on uneven
ground.

(11) When you leave the edger unattended always stop the engine.

(12) Do not use edger in confined spaces with no ventilation.

(13) It is advisable to wear suitable hearing protection.

(14) It is advisable to wear safety glasses whilst operating the edgers.

(15) Always operate with all guards in place.