Symbols Used In The Operating Instructions; Characteristic Noise Values; Normal Intended Use; Residual Risks - ATIKA HS 680-61 Instructions D'utilisation

Symbols used in the operating instructions

Threatened hazard or hazardous situation. Not
observing this instruction can lead to injuries or cause
damage to property.
Important information on proper handling. Not
observing this instruction can lead to faults in the
machine.
User information. This information helps you to use all
the functions optimally.
Assembly, operation and servicing. Here you are
explained exactly what to do.
Operating times
Before initiating the device please observe the provisions
pertaining to corresponding laws (regional provisions) for the
noise control.

Characteristic noise values

DIN EN ISO 3744; 11/95, DIN EN 11201
Application of the machine as hedge trimmer with standard
knife.
measured
guaranteed

Normal intended use

The hedge shears is only intended for the private use in the
house and hobby garden.
As hedge shears for the private house and hobby garden are
considered such devices that are not applied in public
facilities, parks, and sports facilities as well as in the
agriculture and silviculture.
The device shall not be used for cutting grass, grass borders
or in order to chop for composting. Risk of injuries existing!
The intended usage also includes compliance with the
operating, servicing and repair conditions prescribed by
the manufacturer and following the safety instructions
included in the instructions.
The relevant accident prevention regulations for the
operation as well as the other generally acknowledged
occupational medicine and safety rules must be complied
with.
Any other use is deemed not to be use as prescribed. The
manufacturer is not liable for any type of damage resulting
from this: the user bears the sole risk.
Arbitrary modifications on the hedge shears exclude a
liability of the manufacturer for damages of all kinds resulting
from it.
Sound levels
L = 106 dB(A)
WA
L = 108 dB(A)
WA
The hedge shears shall only be assembled, used and
maintained by persons who are familiar with it and
instructed about the risks. Repair works may only be carried
out by us or by a customer service agent nominated by us.
The machine may not be used in a potentially explosive
environment or be exposed to the rain.
Metallic parts (wires etc.) have unconditionally to be
removed from the material to be cut.

Residual risks

Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the
relevant safety regulations are complied with due to the design
determined by the intended purpose.
Residual risks can be minimised if the "Safety information" and
the "Intended usage" as well as the whole of the operating
instructions are observed.
Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will reduce
the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Injury by catapulted workpiece parts.
Breaking or catapulting of knife pieces.
Risk from electricity, by using non-standard electrical
connections.
Touching live parts of opened electrical components.
Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for
longer periods of time without ear protection.
In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken,
non-obvious residual risks can still exist.

Safe working

Before commissioning this product, read and keep to
the following advice. Also observe the safety provisions
applicable in the respective country, in order to protect
yourself and others from possible injury.
Pass the safety instructions on to all persons who work
with the machine.
Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.
Make yourself familiar with the equipment before using it, by
reading and understanding the operating instructions.
Do not use the machine for unsuitable purposes (see
'Normal intended use').
Avoid abnormal posture. Provide a safe standing position
and keep at any time the balance.
Be observant. Attend to what you do. Start working with
rationality. Do not use the device when you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicaments. One moment
of carelessness when using the device can result in serious
injuries.
Wear suitable work clothes:
− do not wear loose-fitting clothes or jewellery; they can
catch in moving parts.
− Gloves and slip-proof shoes
− wear a hair-net if your hair is long
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