Ribimex Ribiland PRW254A Manuel D'instructions Et D'utilisation page 21

-- remove all objects and foreign materials that may be thrown by the tool,
-- identify hard objects or risk areas to avoid damaging the tool.
3.2.2- Before starting the product
- Local or national regulations may limit the use of the product during specific hours of the day and only
by certain users; seek information with your local authority.
- Never operate this product when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or under the influence of medication that
may make you drowsy, or if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Only operate the product after completely assembling it.
Do NOT operate product if protective device is not fully and properly assembled!
- Before each use, check the tool for any signs of damage.
- Prior to each use, check the power cord for signs of damage. Under no circumstances should the power
cord be used if it shows any signs of damage.
- Only use splash-proof extension cord approved for outdoor use and marked accordingly.
Make a loop in the extension cord and hang into the cable holder.
- Ensure that the tool is only connected to conventional sockets with a 230V alternating current
supply.
- The tool can be plugged into any 230V AC outlet with 10 amps of fuse protection. The electrical
outlet is to be protected by an earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB) with a max triggering current of
30mA (i.e. the appliance should be supplied via a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current
of not more than 30mA).
3.2.3- During use
- Always direct the cable to the rear away from the tool and working path. Make sure the power cord is
kept behind and away from the device while you work.
- If the power cord or extension cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the supply cord from the
mains immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY CORD
FROM ITS POWER SOURCE.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- Do not carry the tool by the cable. Never use the power cord as a handle to lift or carry the tool.
- Always disconnect the product from the mains supply in the following circumstances:
-- whenever you leave the tool; when the tool is not in use, is being carried/transported, or is left
unattended.
-- before clearing a blockage; while examining, cleaning or unclogging the cutting devices.
-- before checking, cleaning or working on the product, performing maintenance on it, or attaching
accessories to it.
-- If the device strikes a foreign object (e.g. fence...) or starts to vibrate abnormally.
- If product bumps into any object during operation, stop it and control that it has not been damaged.
Replace or repair any damaged piece in a qualified service centre.
- Use the tool in daylight or with adequate illumination (good artificial light).
- Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
- Bear in mind that the force generated by an electrical device can make you lose your balance. Therefore,
make sure that your feet are firmly planted and that your body is well balanced when you are operating
the product.
- Never operate the tool on damp areas or wet grass.
- Use of the tool on sloping areas:
-- Do not work in areas with unduly steep slopes.
-- Always be sure of your footing on slopes. Position yourself horizontally to the slope and make
sure your feet are firmly planted.
-- Exercise particular caution whenever you change directions while working on a slope.
- Walk, never run. Walk at a measured pace while operating the tool. DO NOT RUN.
- Keep the ventilation holes (cooling air inlets) unobstructed, clear of debris and clean at all times.
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