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Danger of burns !
Some parts of the appliance get too hot when the
appliance is operated. Do not touch any hot parts,
e.g. engine and muffler. Contacting hot parts of
the unit may cause burns. Pay attention to the
warnings on the advice.
Emergency procedure
Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury
and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly
as possible. Protect the injured person from further
harm and calm them down. If you seek help, state the
following pieces of information: 1. Accident site, 2.
Accident type, 3. Number of injured persons, 4. Injury
type(s)
Safety instructions
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failu-
re to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference.
Read carefully the operating and maintenance
instructions. Familiarise thoroughly with the controls
and proper use of the appliance. You need to know
how the appliance works and how controls can imme-
diately be switched off.
Keep children and other persons including animals in
a safe distance when using the appliance.
Minimum safe distance is 5 m.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area.
Anyone entering the work area must wear personal
protective equipment.
Do not allow anybody to stand on the appliance.
Use protective equipment. Always wear safety glasses
when working with the machine. The use of protective
clothing is recommended, such as dust mask, protective
gloves, sturdy non-slip footwear, helmet and ear
defenders.
Protective glasses or a shield should always be used
when operating, adjusting or repairing the appliance.
Check carefully the terrain where the appliance is being
used and remove any items that could get caught and
be thrown away.Being careful prevents slipping or
falling, especially when reversing.
Poor lighting/light conditions represent a high safety
risk. Provide adequate lighting or good lighting con-
ditions when working with the machine.
Do not operate the machine in a confined space
where the machine's operator is at risk of being trap-
ped between the machine and other objects.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
Before work can begin, operators must familiarise
themselves with the work site. Elements of the work
site include, for example, obstacles around the site or
in the surrounding traffic, the load bearing capacity
of the earth and ensuring the construction site is safe
and secured.
Safe operation requires sufficient operator knowledge
of the functions and positions of the controls and
indicators or meters. Pay attention to the illustrated
pages in the front section of the manual.
The appliance should only be used when in a perfect
state. Carry out a visual inspection before swit-
ching the appliance on. Check especially the safety
equipment, electrical control elements, power lines
and screw couplings for any damage and if they
are tightened appropriately. Replace any damaged
parts before the appliance is put into operation if
necessary.
The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety
equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and
damaged parts.
It is strictly prohibited to disassemble, modify
and purposely remove the protective equipment on
the unit and fit other protective equipment instead.
No change can be made in respect of engine and unit
setting.
Do not adjust the appliance when the engine is
running (except for settings directly recommended by
the manufacturer).
When working with this machine, do not use spare
parts other than those recommended by us. Using
spare parts not recommend by us can result in seri-
ous injuries to persons or damage to the machine.
Avoid any inadvertent starting of the engine. Make
sure, that the control lever is always in 'Start' position
when you pull the starter rope.
Switch the appliance immediately off after finishing
your work.
Always operate the device with both hands during
operation. Hold the steering bar with a firm grip.
Note that the machine can jump upwards or forwards
unexpectedly if it should encounter buried obstacles
such as large stones.
Do not overload the machine.
Run it at a safe speed and adjust it to the average
ground slope, the road conditions and the load to be
transported.
Do not race when working with the appliance. Walk
slowly and cautiously.
Pay maximum attention when turning around and
pulling the appliance to you.
Always be very careful when you cross over or drive
on dirt roads, gravel roads or country roads. Look out
for hidden hazards or traffic.
Pay the greatest possible attention when working on
frozen ground, as the machine may begin to slide in
the process.
Always make sure that the weight is evenly distribut-
ed when driving on a slope, regardless of whether
you are driving forwards or backwards. Always travel
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