T00823GB 16- When cutting slabs to size, you need not cut throughthe entire material thickness (creating unnecessarydust). Instead, simply make a shallow groove, andthen knock off the excess material cleanly on a flatsurface (25).CAREFUL!When cutting into lengths, cutting through material,making cutouts, etc., always make sure to plan thedirection and sequence of cuts in such a way that thedisc does not get jammed by the cut-off piece, and thatno persons can be injured by falling pieces.Transport and storage- Always turn off the Power Cut when transporting itor moving it from place to place on a site (26).- Never carry or move the unit with the engine on orthe disc moving!- Carry the unit only by the tubular (middle) handle withthe cutting disc pointing behind you (26). Avoidtouching the exhaust muffler (burn hazard!).- When moving the Power Cut over longer distances,use a wheelbarrow or wagon.- When transporting the Power Cut in a vehicle, makesure it is securely positioned in such a way that no fuelcan leak out. Always remove the cutting disc beforetransporting the unit in a vehicle.- The Power Cut should be stored safely in a dry place.It must not be left outdoors! Always dismount thecutting disc before storage. Keep the Power Cut awayfrom children.- Before long-term storage and before shipping thePower Cut, follow the instructions in the chapteron “Periodic care and maintenance“. ALWAYSempty the fuel tank and run the carburetor dry.- When putting cutting discs in storage, be careful to:- Clean and dry them well.- Store them lying down flat.- Avoid dampness, freezing temperatures, directsunshine, high temperatures and temperaturefluctuations, as these can cause breakage andsplintering.- Always check new cutting discs or cutting discsthat have been in storage to make sure that theyare free of defects.Maintenance- Before performing maintenance work switch offthe Power Cut (27) and pull out the plug cap.- Always check the Power Cut before using it to makesure that it is in good working order. In particular, makesure that the cutting disc is properly mounted. Makesure that the cutting wheel is undamaged and suitablefor the job it will be used for.- Operate the Power Cut only at a low noise andemission level. For this ensure the carburetor is252627