EINHELL BG-HM 40 Mode D'emploi page 8

Anleitung_BG_HM_40_SPK7:_
GB
Important.
When using the equipment, a few safety precautions
must be observed to avoid injuries and damage.
Please read the complete operating instructions and
safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in
a safe place so that the information is available at all
times. If you give the equipment to any other person,
hand over these operating instructions and safety
regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for
damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to
follow these instructions and the safety instructions.
1. Note
1. Before you operate this hand mower, thoroughly
read through the following safety regulations as
well as the operating instructions.
2. Never allow children or other persons who are not
familiar with the operating instructions to use the
mower. Contact your local governmental agency
for information regarding minimum age
requirements for the user.
3. Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons -
especially children - or animals.
4. Always keep in mind that the operator or user of
the equipment is responsible for accidents
involving other persons and/or their property.
5. Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long
trousers when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in
sandals.
6. Check the grounds on which the machine will be
used and remove all objects that could be caught
up and violently flung out of the chute.
7. Prior to using the mower, visually inspect it to
ensure that the cutting tools, mounting bolts and
the entire cutting apparatus are in good working
order (i.e. not worn out or damaged).
8. Only mow in broad daylight or in well-lit
conditions.
9. Always maintain good footing on inclines.
10. Operate the machine at a walking pace only.
11. Always mow across hills i.e. never straight up or
straight down.
12. Always be extra careful when turning the mower
around and when pulling it towards you.
13. Do not mow on overly steep inclines.
14. Familiarize yourself with the operator controls and
proper operation of the equipment.
15. Improper operation of the hand mower can lead
to serious injuries.
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16. Note that the cutting unit rotates at high speed
and with great centrifugal force, which can lead to
serious injury if direct contact is made. Always
ensure that a safe distance (provided by the
length of the long handles) is maintained between
the user and the cutting unit.
17. Never move your hands or feet toward or under
any rotating parts.
18. This equipment is not designed to be used by
people (including children) with limited physical,
sensory or mental capacities or those with no
experience and/or knowledge unless they are
supervised by a person who is responsible for
their safety or they have received instructions
from such a person in how to use the equipment
safely. Children must always be supervised in
order to ensure that they do not play with the
equipment.
CAUTION: Read all safety regulations and
instructions.
Any failures made in following the safety regulations
and instructions may result in an electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a
safe place for future use.
2. Layout (Fig. 1)
1. Push bar
2. Mowing spindle
3. Wheel
4. Housing
5. Guide roller
6. Grass basket
7. Holding belt
3. Items supplied (Fig. 2)
11. Hand mower (ready-assembled)
12. Push bar top section
13. Push bar extension (2-piece)
14. Push bar bottom section A
15. Push bar bottom section B
16. Bar frame
17. Grass box with holding belt
18. Screw M6 x 30 (4x)
19. Screw M6 x 25 (4x)
20. Hex nut M6