ATIKA VT 36 Notice Originale page 14

Do not use the device for purposes it is not intended for (see
"Intended use").
Familiarize yourself with your environment and pay attention
to possible dangers which you may not be able to hear
because of the motor noise.
Within his area of work the operator is responsible for third
parties.
Children and young persons under 16 years of age as well
as persons who have not read the instruction manual are not
allowed to operate this product.
Physically, sensorially or mentally handicapped persons or
persons who have no relevant experience and/or knowledge
are not allowed to operate the device, unless a person
responsible for their safety supervises them or instruct them
on how to use the device.
Children must be supervised to make sure that they do not
play with the device.
Keep bystanders and animals away from your working area.
Do not allow other persons, especially children, to touch the
tool or cable.
Switch off the machine if persons, in particular children or
pets, are close to you or if you change your working area.
Never leave the device unattended.
Wear protective clothing:
− safety goggles
− ear protection (Sound intensity level at workplace can
exceed 85 dB (A))
Wear suitable work clothes:
− do not wear loose-fitting clothes or jewellery; they can
catch in moving parts.
− Solid shoes or boots with a nonskid sole
− Trousers to protect the legs
Do not work with the device barfooted or only with thongs on
your feet.
Take into consideration environmental influences:
− Do not use the device in moist or wet ambience.
− Do not expose the device to rain.
− Do not work directly near swimming pools or garden
ponds
− Do only work with sufficient visibility conditions. Provide
for good illumination.
− Do not operate the device when the grass is wet, if
possible.
Before trimming, remove all foreign objects (e.g. stones,
branches, wires, etc.). While working watch out for further
foreign objects.
If you come across to foreign objects, power off the device,
disconnect the mains plug and remove those foreign objects.
However before you restart the device, check it for possible
damages and have it repaired if necessary.
Do not overload the device! You work better and safer in the
given performance range.
Only operate the machine with complete and correctly
attached safety equipment (e.g. impact guard and/or
catching bag) and do not alter anything on the machine that
could impair the safety.
Do not modify the device or parts of the device respectively.
Before turning on the motor, make sure that your feet are at
a safe distance from the cutting tools.
If not absolutely necessary, do not tilt the device when
starting the motor. If it is necessary only tilt the device to the
required extent and only lift the side which is averted to the
operator.
Never keep hands or feet close to or under rotating parts.
Keep away from the ejection slot.
Pay attention to sure footing especially when working on
slopes or on wet grass and keep your balance at all times.
Guide the device only a walking speed.
Do not thatch on steep slopes.
When thatching on slopes, always work perpendicular to the
slope and never up and down.
Be especially careful when changing the operating direction
on a slope.
Observe the safety distance given by the handle bar.
Always push the device forward while it is operating. Do not
pull it to yourself or behind you.
While the motor is running, do not
− lift or carry the device about
− lift the impact guard
Caution! The tool runs after. Do not try to slow down the tool
by hand.
Pay attention that the impact guard is closed or that the
grass catching bag (optional accessory, if applicable) is
attached.
Turn off the device and wait until the drum has stopped when
− tilting the scarifier
− crossing areas not planted with grass
− transporting the device to and from the work area
Switch the machine off and remove the mains plug from the
socket when
− carrying out repair works
− maintenance and cleaning
− removing malfunctions and blockages
− transport and storage
− leaving unattended (even during short interruptions)
− when the scarifier begins to exhibit unusual vibrations
− when you have hit an obstacle with the scarifier.
Do not wash down device with water. (origin of danger
electric current).
Store unused equipment in a dry, locked place out of the
reach of children.
Check the machine for possible damage:
− Before continuing to use the machine, the protective
devices must be inspected to ensure that they work
perfectly and with their intended function. This includes
also the grass catching bag if available.
− Check whether movable parts function perfectly and do
not stick or whether parts are damaged. All parts must be
correctly installed and fulfil all conditions to ensure
perfect operation.
− Damaged guards and parts must be properly repaired or
exchanged by a recognized, specialist workshop; insofar
as nothing else is stated in the instructions for use.
− Damaged or illegible safety warning labels should be
replaced immediately.
Maintain your scarifier with care:
− Ensure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight.
− Make sure that the ventilation apertures are free.
− Keep handles free of oils and grease.
− Follow the maintenance instructions.
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