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Safety instructions for garden tillers
Risk of injury
Be sure to have a firm footing, particularly on slopes.
Do not work on too steep slopes. Be particularly careful
when changing travelling direction on slopes.
Pay maximum attention when turning around and
pulling the appliance to you.
Walk! Never run!
Carefully check the terrain where the appliance is going
to be used and remove all objects that could get caught
or thrown off by the appliance such as stones, branches,
wires, animals, etc.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Minimum safe distance is 15 m.
Do not use the appliance in bad weather, especially
when there is a risk of storm.
Start the motor carefully in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and ensure that you keep
your feet a sufficient distance away from the tool(s).
Never place your hands or feet on or under turning
parts.
Never lift or carry a machine whilst the motor is running.
Ensure that the extension cable can move freely at all
times and keep the extension cable away from the blade
unit. You must never run over the extension cable.
Be sure to maintain the safety distance required by the
handle frame.
Always guide the device with both hands on the handle-
bar.
Stop the device and disconnect it from the power supply
· whenever you leave the lawnmower
· before removing blockages
· before checking, cleaning or working on the
device
· after contact with a foreign object, to check the
device for damage
In the event of a blockage, switch the device off
immediately and wait until the machine has stopped
completely. Then remove the object. Use protective
gloves when handling the blades.
Wear personal protective equipment. Wear solid shoes
and long trousers. Do not operate the machine with bare
feet or with open sandals.
The ON/OFF switch and safety switch must not be
locked.
All protection covers and safety devices must be
correctly attached to operate the device.
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Before use check appliance, cable, extension
cord and plug for any damages or material
fatigue. If the replacement of the supply cord is
necessary, this has to be done by the
manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a
safety hazard.
Before each use, check (visual inspection) the
blade unit and its fixing devices for any damage.
In order to avoid imbalance, worn or damaged
parts and fixing bolts may only be replaced as a
set.
The appliance must not be used if damaged
or safety equipment is defective. Replace any
worn-out and damaged parts.
If the appliance starts abnormally vibrating, switch the
engine off and search for the cause immediately. Gene-
rally, vibrations are a warning against operating failure.
Warning! This power tool generates an electromagnetic
field during operation. Under certain circumstances, this
field may affect active or passive medical implants. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend
that individuals with medical implants consult their
physician and the manufacturer of the medical implant
before operating the machine.
Do not use the device near flammable liquids or gases.
Risk of fire and explosion in case of short
MAINTENANCE
Danger – Rotating blades.
Wait until all rotating parts have stopped and the
appliance has cooled down.
Switch off the apparatus, disconnect it
from mains by unplugging and allow it to
cool down before setting up, retrofitting,
cleaning, performing maintenance, storing
or transporting the apparatus.
Always keep the device clean, as well as the ventilation
slots in particular. Never spray water on the device body.
Do not clean the plastics with solvents, flammable or
toxic fluids. For cleaning, use a damp cloth only.
Apply environment-friendly oil to all moving parts.
Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may
only be performed by qualified authorised staff.
Use only original accessories and original spare parts.
Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance can
serve as a satisfactory aid. Insufficient maintenance and
care can lead to unforeseen accidents and injuries.
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