Elem Garden Technic TDE40V37-LI Mode D'emploi page 51

Operation
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator. When not in use store
the machine out of reach of children.
This tool is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
Never mow while people, especially children or
pets, are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Do not operate the machine when barefoot or
wearing open sandals, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is
to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones
and other foreign objects.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn
or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid operating the machine in wet grass, where
feasible.
Walk, never run.
Never operate the appliance with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers in place.
Working on banks can be dangerous.
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
– Always be sure of your footing on slopes or wet
grass.
STOP – Mow across the face of slopes – never up
and down.
– Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
– Use extreme caution when stepping back or pulling
the machine towards you.
– Never mow by pulling the mower towards you.
Stop the blades if the machine has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass and when transporting the machine to and from
the area to be mowed.
Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching
on the motor, except if the machine has to be tilted for
starting in long grass. In this case, do not tilt it more
than absolutely necessary and tilt only the part which
is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the operating
position before returning the machine to the ground.
Switch on the motor according to the instructions
with feet well away from rotating parts.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
Always stand clear of the discharge zone when
operating the machine.
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