Garland 880 QG Manuel D'instructions page 29

2. NORMATIVES AND SECURITY
MEASURES
To avoid mishandling this machine please read
all instructions in this manual before using for the
first time. All information included in this manual
is important for your personal safety and that of
the people, animals and things surrounding you. If
you have any questions regarding the information
contained in this manual ask a professional or go to
the point of sale where you purchased this machine
to resolve it.
The following list of hazards and precautions include
the likely situations that may occur during the use
of this machine. If you encounter a situation not
described in this manual use common sense to use
the machine in the most secure way possible, or if you
see danger, do not use the machine.
2.1. USERS
This machine has been designed to be manipulated
by older users who have read and understand these
instructions. This machine may not be used by
persons (including children) with physical, psychic or
reduced mental capacities, or lack of experience or
knowledge.
Warning! Do not allow underage persons to use
this machine.
Warning! Do not allow people who do not
understand these instructions to use this machine.
Before using this machine, familiarize yourself with it
ensuring that you perfectly know where the controls
and safety devices are, and the manner in which it
must be used. If you are an inexperienced user we
recommend you practice doing a simple job and, if
possible, in the company of an experienced person.
The cutting tool of this machine is very sharp. It is
dangerous to use this machine improperly.
Warning! Only lend this machine to persons who
are familiar with this type of machine and know how
to use it. Always lend the machine along with the user
instruction manual so the new user can carefully read
it and understand it. This machine is dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
Place the machine on a flat surface and stable to start
it.
Check regularly the wheel pressure, minimum 1.5 bar
and maximum 1.9 bar.
Create a work area with a width of 3 metres and
a length of 10 metres in the direction where the
residues are expelled. During the shredding process,
the users must ensure that nobody is injured with the
material expelled from the machine. Mark the working
area with for example red and white beacons.
Place the switch in the off position always when:
• The machine is not being watched over.
• Maintenance work is being carried out.
• The entry and exit tubes have been removed.
Carry out periodic maintenance inspections (see
maintenance and service section).
2.2. PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating this machine.
Do not use this machine when you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating this machine
can cause serious personal harm.
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