9For safe use of your productHandling the productGeneral precautionsPrecautions for useWARNINGOperator's manual Be careful to read the operator's manualproperly before using your product in or-der to ensure correct operation. Failure to do so could lead to an accident orserious injury.Do not use the product for anythingother than its intended purpose You must not use the product for any purpose otherthan those described in the operator's manual. To do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.Do not modify the product You must not modify the product. To do so could lead to an accident or serious injury. Anymalfunction resulting from a modification to the product willnot be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.Do not use the product unless it has been checkedand maintained You must not use the product unless it has beenchecked and maintained. Always ensure that the prod-uct is checked and maintained on a regular basis. Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.Loaning or assigning your product When loaning your product to another party, ensurethat the person borrowing the product receives the op-erator's manual along with it. If you assign your product to another party, please en-close the operator's manual with the product whenhanding it over. Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.Being prepared in case of an injuryIn the unlikely event of an accident or injury, please ensurethat you are prepared. First aid kit Towels and wipes (to stop any bleeding) Whistle or mobile phone (for calling outside help) If you are unable to perform first aid or call for outside help,the injury could worsen.DANGERAlways stop the engine when a blades jam occurs Do not attempt to remove an object causing a blades jam if the engine is running. Physical injury can occur if a blades jam is removed and the blades starts moving.Do not remove the blunt extension Do not operate the product without the blunt extension. If it needs to be removed for the sake of maintenance, con-sult your dealer. Failure to comply may result in serious injury.