Stiga BC 636 Serie Manuel D'utilisation page 149

3.1.1 Intended use
This machine was designed
and manufactured for:
• cutting grass and non-woody vegetation with
a nylon line enclosed in a cutting line head;
• cutting tall grass, dry branches, twigs
and woody shrubs of up to 2cm diameter,
with the aid of metal or plastic blades;
• cutting wooden parts and felling small
trees (only with saw blade, if allowed);
• being used by one operator.
3.1.2 Improper use
Any other use that does not comply with the
above, can be dangerous and cause damage to
people and/or property. Examples of improper
use may include, but are not limited to:
• using the machine for sweeping;
• trimming hedges or other jobs in which the
cutting means is not used at ground level;
• pruning trees;
• using the machine with the cutting
means above the operator's belt level;
• using the machine for cutting
non-plant material;
• using cutting means other than those
found in the "Technical Data" table.
Risk of serious injury and injuries;
• using of the machine by more
than one person.
IMPORTANT Improper use of the
machine will void the warranty and relieves
the Manufacturer of any liability, placing all
responsibility for damage or injury, to him/
herself or third parties, on the user.
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS
The machine has various symbols on
it (fig. 2). Their function is to remind
the operator of the correct conduct for
use, with due care and caution.
Meanings of the symbols:
WARNING! DANGER! The failure
to use this machine correctly can be
hazardous for oneself and others.
WARNING! Read the owner's
manual before using the machine.
Anyone operating the machine
under normal conditions for
continuous daily use may be
exposed to a noise level equal
to or exceeding 85 dB (A).
Use ear protection devices,
goggles and helmet.
Wear protective gloves
and safety footwear.
PROJECTION HAZARD! People
or pets must be kept at least 15 m
away when using the machine!
Maximum speed of the
cutting means.
Do not use circular saw blades.
Danger: Using circular saw
blades on models that are not
designed for them exposes
the user to the risk of very
serious or even fatal injuries.
WARNING! Petrol is flammable.
Allow the engine to cool at least
2 minutes before refuelling.
Beware of blade kickback.
WARNING! - Keep away
from hot surfaces.
IMPORTANT Any damaged or illegible
decals must be replaced. Order replacement
decals from an Authorised Service Centre.
3.3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION LABEL
The product identification label provides
the following data
EN - 5
(Fig. 2):