6Never straighten or weld damaged cutting blades.Be kind to the environment. Operate the brush cutter with as little noise–and pollution as possible. In particular check the correct adjustment of thecarburetor.Clean the brush cutter at regular intervals and check that all screws and nuts–are securely tightened.Never service or store the brush cutter in the vicinity of open flames, sparks,–etc.Always store the brush cutter in a well-ventilated locked room and with an–emptied fuel tank.When cleaning, servicing and storing the equipment, always attach the cover–to the cutting blade.Observe and follow all relevant accident prevention instructions issued by thetrade associations and by insurance companies.Do not perform any modifications to the brush cutter as this will risk your safety.The performance of maintenance or repair work by the user is limited to thoseactivities s described in this instruction manual. All other work is to be done byAuthorized Service Agents.Use only genuine spare parts and accessories supplied by MAKITA.Use of non-approved accessories and tools means increased risk ofaccidents and injuries. MAKITA will not accept any liability for accidents ordamage caused by the use of any non-approved cutting tools attachments oraccessories.First AidIn case of accident make sure that a wellstocked firstaid kit is available in thevicinity of the cutting operations. Immediately replace any item taken from thefirst aid box.When asking for help, please give the followinginformation:Place of accident–What happened–Number of injured persons–Extent of injuries–Your name–VibrationPeople with poor circulation who are exposed to excessive vibration may–experience injury to blood vessels or the nervous system. Vibration maycause the following symptoms to occur in the fingers, hands or wrists: “Fallingasleep” (numbness), tingling, pain, stabbing sensation, alteration of skin coloror of the skin. If any of these symptoms occur, see a physician!To reduce the risk of “white finger disease”, keep your hands warm during–operation and well maintain the equipment and accessories.