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SAFETY
12.1
Intended Use
ZIPPER MASCHINEN cannot be held responsible for any injuries or damages if there was performed
manipulation or adjustments to the machine or if the engine has been run on low levels of motoroil.
The ZIPPER scythe mower ZI-BM870ECO shall only be used for mowing grass/pasture at non-
slippery terrain.
12.2
Security instructions
Do not operate the machine at insufficient lighting conditions.
Carefully check the whole area to be mown.
Remove all foreign objects, such as stones, sticks, wires, bones, etc.
Do not operate the machine when you are tired, when your concentration is impaired,
and/ or under the influence of drugs, medication or alcohol.
The machine may only be operated out-doors on grassy areas.
If there are some components still hot, the machine won't be allowed to be stored.
Always mount the blade guard on the cutter bar for the following:
• mounting the cutter bar onto the mower
• cleaning the mower
• during transport and storage of the mower
• during work on the cutter bar
Replace damaged blade guards.
The machine shall be used only by trained persons.
Non authorized persons, especially children, shall be kept away from the work area.
Do not start the engine if anyone is standing in front of the cutter bar – the cutter
and wheel drives must not be engaged.
Burning Hazard! During working hot exhaust gases escape and some parts like the
engine and muffler are getting very hot.
During refuelling open light, fire or smoking is forbidden.
Don't open the tank cap or refuel when the engine is running or some components
are still hot.
Only refuel outdoors or in good ventilated rooms.
Always wipe off spilt fuel/oil immediately. Fuel/oil is flammable very easily!
12.3
Remaining risk factors
Danger by sound:
Working without ear protectors can damage the hearing.
ZIPPER MASCHINEN GmbH
www.Zipper-Maschinen.at
ZI-BM870ECO
Use proper safety clothing and devices when operating the machine (safety
gloves, safety goggles, ear protectors, safety shoes ...)!
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