Scheppach ELS1500 Traduction Des Instructions D'origine page 21

• Before starting your device, ensure that no object
or branch is pushed into the blade opening, that the
device is stable and that the work area is tidy and
not blocked. Check the condition of your extension
cable and the connection lead of your device. Use
the required protective devices.
• If your device exhibits unusual vibrations or noises
when you switch it on, unplug the mains plug from
the socket and check the cutting roller. Ensure that
no chippings are blocking the cutting roller or are
trapped between the blades. If you do not determine
any problems, return the device to a service centre.
• If the blades no longer cut correctly or if the motor
is overloaded, check all parts of your device and re-
place the worn parts. If a more extensive repair is
necessary, contact a service centre.
Use:
• Caution - Sharp tool. Do not cut your fingers or toes.
Always keep feet and fingers away from the roller
and the ejection opening when working. There is a
danger of injury!
• Do not use the device in the rain, in bad weather,
in damp surroundings or wet grass. Only work in
daylight or with good lighting. Do not work with the
device when you are tired or are unfocused or after
taking alcohol or tablets.
Always take breaks from work in good time. Remain
sensible when working.
• Familiarise yourself with your environment and pay
attention to possible hazards that you may not hear
due to the noise from the motor.
• Ensure you have secure footing when working, par-
ticularly on slopes. Always work across a slope,
never upwards or downwards. Take particular care
when changing direction on a slope. Do not work on
excessively steep slopes.
• Only guide the device at walking pace and with both
hands on the handle. Take particular care when re-
versing the device or pulling it towards you. Risk of
tripping!
• Start or operate the start lever with care according to
the instructions in this manual.
• Do not tilt the device when starting it unless it needs
to be lifted. In this case, only tilt the device as far as
absolutely required and only lift the side away from
the operator.
• When the device is placed back on the ground af-
ter being lifted, both hands must be in the working
position.
• Do not operate the device without the collection bag
fully attached or without impact protection. Danger
of injury! Always keep clear of the ejection opening.
• Do not use the device in the vicinity of flammable
fluids or gases. There is a risk of fire or explosion if
disregarded.
Work interruption:
• After switching off the device, the roller still turns for
a few seconds. Keep hands and feet away.
• Do not touch the tines until the device is discon-
nected from the mains and the tines have come to
a complete stop.
• Only remove plant parts when the device is at a
standstill. Always keep the grass ejection opening
clean and clear.
• Switch off the device when transporting, lifting or tip-
ping it and when crossing surfaces other than grass.
• Never leave the device unattended at the workplace.
• Switch the device off and pull out the mains plug:
- Whenever you leave the machine,
- before cleaning the ejection opening or removing
blockages or obstructions,
- when the device is not being used,
- during all maintenance and cleaning work,
- if the mains cable is damaged or tangled,
- if the device encounters an obstacle while work-
ing or if unusual vibrations occur. In this case,
investigate the device for damage and have it
repaired if necessary.
• Store the device in a dry place and out of reach of
children.
m Caution!
In this way you avoid damage to the device and any
personal injury resulting from it:
Maintain your device
• Switch off and lift the device when transporting it up
and down stairs.
• Always carry out a visual inspection of the unit be-
fore use. Do not use the device if safety devices (e.g.
impact protection), parts of the sweep or bolts are
missing, worn or damaged. Check especially the
mains cable and the starting lever for damage. To
prevent an imbalance, damaged tools and bolts may
only be replaced in sets.
• Only use spare or accessory parts which are sup-
plied or recommended by the manufacturer. Using
third-party parts leads to a loss of guarantee claims.
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