Working With Your Machine - Viking GE 103 Manuel D'utilisation

– that the machine is in good operational
condition. This means that the covers
and guards must be in place and in
good condition.
– that it is connected electrically to a
properly installed socket.
– that the insulation of the electric cable,
extension cable, plug and connector is
in good condition.
– that the complete machine (motor
housing, guards, fastening elements,
blades, blade shaft, blade discs etc.) is
neither worn nor damaged.
– that there is no shredding material in
the machine and that the feed chute is
empty.
– that all screws, bolts, nuts and other
fastening elements are in place and
properly tightened. Tighten any loose
screws, bolts and nuts prior to initial
operation (observe tightening torques).
Only use the machine out-of-doors and not
close to walls or any other solid objects in
order to prevent the risk of injuries and
property damage (no escape for the user,
broken windows, scratched cars etc.).
The machine must placed in a stable
position on firm and level ground.
Do not use the machine on a paved or
gravel-covered surfaces, as ejected or
thrown-up material could cause injuries.
Before using the machine, always check
that it is properly closed. (
Make sure that you are familiar with the
On / Off switch so that you can react
quickly and correctly in any emergency
situation.
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The splash guard in the feed chute must
cover the feed opening and must be
undamaged – replace the splash guard if
damaged.
Risk of injury!
Only operate the machine when properly
assembled. If parts of the machine
(e.g. wheels) are missing, the specified
safety distances are no longer maintained
and the stability of the machine may also
be reduced.
Before using the machine, always carry
out a visual check to ensure that it is in
good operating condition.
"Good operating condition" means that the
machine is fully assembled, in particular:
– Upper chute is installed on lower chute
– Splash guard and chute insert with
VIKING cloverleaf opening is correctly
installed in the upper chute
– Feed chute is installed on basic unit and
both closure screws are fastened hand-
tight
– Wheel carrier assembly is installed
– Both wheels are mounted
– All safety devices (ejection chute,
splash guard etc.) must be present and
functional
– Cutting unit (blade disc) is installed
– All blades are properly installed.
The switch and safety devices installed in
the machine must not be removed or
11.3)
bypassed.
Visually inspect the blade disc for damage
and deformation; replace if necessary.

4.6 Working with your machine

Never work when animals or
persons, particularly children,
are in the danger area.
Do not operate the machine in the rain or
during thunder storms, particularly when
there is a risk of lightning strike.
The risk of accidents is higher if the ground
is damp due to increased danger of
slipping.
Particular caution should be exercised
during working in order to prevent slipping.
If possible, avoid using the machine when
the ground is damp.
Only work during the day or with good
artificial light.
Keep the working area neat and tidy at all
times. Remove tripping hazards such as
stones, branches, cables etc.
The operator should not stand any higher
than the level of the base of the machine.
Starting:
Place the machine in a stable and upright
position prior to starting. The machine
must never be operated in a horizontal
position.
Exercise care when starting and observe
the instructions contained in the section
entitled "Initial operation of machine".
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Do not stand in front of the discharge
opening when starting the engine or
switching on the motor. There must be no
shredding material in the garden shredder
when it is started or switched on.
Shredding material may be ejected and
lead to injuries.
The machine must not be tilted during
start-up.
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