SafetyThis machine has been designed in accordance withEN ISO 5395:2013.General SafetyThis product is capable of amputating hands andfeet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safetyinstructions to avoid serious personal injury.Using this product for purposes other than its intendeduse could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.• Read and understand the contents of thisOperator’s Manual before you start the engine.Ensure that everyone using this product knowshow to use it and understands the warnings.• Do not put your hands or feet near movingcomponents of the machine.• Do not operate the machine without all guardsand other safety protective devices in place andworking on the machine.• Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keepbystanders a safe distance away from themachine.• Keep children out of the operating area. Neverallow children to operate the machine.• Stop the machine and shut off the engine beforeservicing, fueling, or unclogging the machine.Improperly using or maintaining this machine canresult in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,comply with these safety instructions and always payattention to the safety-alert symbol, which meansCaution, Warning, or Danger—personal safetyinstruction. Failure to comply with these instructionsmay result in personal injury or death.You can find additional items of safety information intheir respective sections throughout this manual.4