Safety Instructions - Wolf Garten UV 29 EV Mode D'emploi

Safety instructions

Meaning of the symbols
Attention!
Read Instruction
manual before
use!
Attention!
- Sharp knives -
before perfor-
ming a mainte-
nance work or if
the cable is da-
maged pull out
the plug. Keep
the supply flexib-
le cord away
from the cutting
blade!
General Notes
Due to physical danger of the user the aeriator must not be
used:
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As motorised hoe
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For the levelling of ground elevations like mole hills
Never let children or other persons who are not familiar with
the operation of the tool use the aerator. Children under 16 ye-
ars of age are not permitted to use the tool.
Never use the machine if persons, especially children or ani-
mals are in the vicinity.
The operator is responsible for accidents or risks with other
persons or their property.
Only use the aeriator on dry grass.
Only work in daylight or appropriate artificial lightning.
Before aeriating
Always wear suitable clothing; never loose clothing which
could be caught by the cutting tool. Wear suitable footwear!
Also protect your legs (e. g. with long trousers) and your
hands (gloves).
Attach the deflector and collecting device respectively inclu-
ded in the delivery. Make sure it is attached securely. The use
without or with damaged devices is not permitted.
Remove all foreign particles like stones, wood pieces, bones
or similar from the lawn prior to aeriating.
Check the operating tool for
–
tight fit of the attachment parts
–
damage or heavy wear and tear - When replacing observe
installation instructions
Examine line installed on the outside of the tool and the con-
nection cable for damage and wear and tear (brittleness).
Only use when no damages can be found.
Repairs to the cable may only be carried out by a specialist.
Check the grassbox more often for wear and tear.
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Before adjusting or cleaning of the tool or before checking
whether the connection line has been knotted up or damaged
switch off the tool and pull plug out of the socket.
Keep bystanders
away!
Cables
1
Keep the sup-
ply flexible
Please use safety cables. Cables used as connecting lines
cord away
must not be lighter than HO7 RN-F rubber-sheathed cables
from the cut-
with a minimum cross-section of 3 x 1.5 mm
ting blade!
a maximum length of 25 m.
Plugs and couplings must be protected from splashes.
Use a residual current protection device (RCD) with a residual
current not exceeding 30 mA.
Fit the connection cable to the mains lead cleat. Do not allow
to rub against edges or against sharp or pointed objects. Do
not squeeze cables through tight door or window openings.
Switch devices must not be removed or circumvented (e.g.
connecting the switch lever to the handle bars).
Starting up
Only switch on motor when your feet are at a safe distance
from the cutting tools.
Do not tilt the lawnmower when switching on the motor, unless
the lawnmower has to be tilted when starting. If that is the ca-
se, do not tip the lawnmower more than absolutely necessary,
and only lift the part furthest removed from the user. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating position before re-
placing the lawnmower on the ground.
During aeriation
Warning, Danger! Cutting tool is lagging!
Adhere to the safety distance given by the guidance spars.
Never put your hands or feet near the rotating parts.
Always keep away from the ejection opening.
Only switch on motor when your feet are at a safe distance
from the cutting tools.
If possible, avoid the use of the unit when the grass is wet
otherwise exercise extreme caution to avoid slipping.
Always make sure that you have a safe footing, especially on
slopes. Never run, always walk slowly.
Do not use the aeriator on steep slopes.
Always move aeriator horizontally to the slope, never up and
down.
Take particular care when changing direction on inclined
ground.
Take particular care when turning the machine or when pulling
it towards you.
Stop the working tools if:
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Attention! Electric shock through cable damage
When the cable is cut through or damaged, the safety fuse
doesn't always trip.
Do not touch cable, before pulling out the power plug
from the socket.
Damaged cable has to be completely replaced. Patching
the cable with insulating tape is forbidden.
the machine needs to be tilted for transport.
if areas other than grass are to be crossed
when transporting the machine.
2
. Do not exceed
G