Scheppach ELS1500 Traduction Des Instructions D'origine page 20

4. Proper use
• The machine has been built according to the latest
state-of-the-art and the technical safety require-
ments. Nevertheless, its use may cause danger to
the life and limb of the user or third parties, or dam-
age to the machine and other material assets.
• Only use the machine when in a technically faultless
condition, appropriately and in compliance with the
operating manual and with full knowledge of safety
and hazards! In particular, rectify malfunctions that
could impair safety immediately (or commission rec-
tification works accordingly)!
• The sweeper is only intended for sweeping flat and
dry surfaces such as driveways, terraces, yards, etc.
• The machine may only be operated with original
parts and original accessories from the manufac-
turer.
• The product may only be used in the intended man-
ner.
• Any use beyond this is improper use. The manufac-
turer is not responsible for the resulting damages;
the user solely bears the risk.
• An element of the intended use is also the obser-
vance of the safety instructions, as well as the as-
sembly instructions and operating information in the
operating manual.
• The safety, operating and maintenance specifica-
tions of the manufacturer, as well as the dimensions
specified in the technical data, must be observed.
• Relevant accident prevention regulations and oth-
er generally recognized safety and technical rules
must also be observed.
• The machine may only be used, maintained or re-
paired by persons who are familiar with it and have
been informed of the dangers. Any liability of the
manufacturer for damages resulting from arbitrary
changes to the machine is excluded.
• The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused
by an improper use or incorrect operation of this
device.
Please note that our equipment was not designed with
the intention of use for commercial or industrial purpos-
es. We assume no guarantee if the device is used in
commercial or industrial applications, or for equivalent
work.
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5. Safety instructions
General safety instructions
This device can cause serious injuries in the event of
misuse. Before working with the device, read the oper-
ating manual carefully and familiarise yourself with all
control parts. Store this manual in a safe place so that
the information is available at any time.
Working with the device:
m Caution!
The device can cause serious injuries. It will help you
avoid accidents and injuries:
Preparation:
• The device is not suitable for use by children.
• Never allow children or other persons who do not
know the operating manual to use the device. Local
provisions can determine the minimum age of the
operator.
• This device is not designed to be operated by per-
sons (including children) with impaired physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or who have insuf-
ficient experience and/or insufficient knowledge
unless they are being supervised by a person who
is responsible for their safety or they are receiving
instruction about how this device is to be used.
• Never use the device when persons and especially if
children or pets are nearby.
• Check the area in which the device is to be used and
remove any stones, sticks, wires, or other foreign
objects that could be caught and ejected. Do not use
the device to level uneven ground.
• Always wear suitable work clothing such as sturdy
shoes with non-slip soles, sturdy long trousers, ear
protection and safety goggles. Do not use the device
if barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Do not work with a damaged, incomplete or modified
device without the manufacturer's consent. Do not
work with damaged or missing protective devices
(e.g. start lever, release button, impact protection).
• Never override protective devices (e.g. by tying the
take-off lever).
• Children should not be left unattended, to ensure
they do not play with the device.
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