Elem Garden Technic TDE24V33-LI Mode D'emploi page 58

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 appliance 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.
● Good in the sun or artificial light to use.
● 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.
– 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 if 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.
● Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is running.
Remove the isolator battery :
–whenever you leave the machine ；
–before clearing a blockage ；
–before checking, cleaning or working on the machine ；
–after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs as necessary ；
–if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
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