Safety Precautions - Kiva MAXIMA Manuel D'utilisation

NSTRUCTIONS FOR USE - SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
1 -This machine must only be used in accordance with this manual's ins-
tructions. The manufacturer accepts no liability in the event of non-obser-
vance of these instructions.
2 - In the following cases, switch off the motor and disconnect the spark
plug:
a) Before clearing any clogged parts
b) Before cleaning, servicing or repairing the machine.
c) After hitting an unusual object. Inspect the machine for
damage (particularly the cutter). Repair, if necessary, before
restarting or re-using the machine.
d) If the machine begins to vibrate abnormally, check the whole
machine immediately to discover the cause: remedy the pro-
blem, seeking expert assistance if necessary.
3 -Switch off the motor in the following cases:
a) Before refuelling
b) Before removing the ejection deflector for cleaning.
4 -Switch off the motor, disconnect the spark plug and use thick gloves
when changing tines.
5 -On completing the work, always reduce the motor to idling speed before
switching it off, then close the fuel tap.
6 -To ensure that your machine operates properly and safely:
a) Ensure that all the nuts, bolts and screws are tight
b) Check the condition of tines regularly
c) Replace any worn or damaged parts
d) Check for oil or petrol leaks.
7 -Never store the scrub-cutter with petrol in the tank in any building where
petrol fumes may encounter a naked flame, a spark or a strong heat
source. Allow the motor to cool before storing the machine in any enclo-
sed place.
8 - To reduce the risk of fire, remove any plant debris or other flammable
material from the motor or the exhaust.
9 -Never lift or tilt the machine while the motor is running.
10 -Never use the scrub-cutter on slopes steeper than 20%.
11 -Only use genuine replacement tines.
12 -Wear appropriate protective clothing when operating the machine, par-
ticularly safety shoes, long trousers, safety goggles and ear protectors.
13 -Carefully inspect the area to be cleared and remove any stones, sticks,
wire and other objects liable to be thrown out by the machine.
14 -The scrub-cutter must be used with its front deflector. For all heavy
works of clearing, instructions and security perimeter described in the
following section are strictly observed.
15 -Before starting to clear an area, mark out the perimeter of the danger
zone according to the instructions below. Place warning signs around
the edge of the zone indicating that it is forbidden to enter the area
while work is in progress.
Since objects can be projected up to 40 metres, mark out the danger
zone according to the diagram opposite, as detailed in the following
paragraph:
Area for clearance = A' - B' - C' - D'
Security perimeter = A - B - C - D
The shaded strips must be at least 40 metres wide
1 6 - DANGER - petrol is a highly flammable liquid.
a) keep fuel in containers reserved for this use;
b) always refuel out of doors and do not smoke while refueling ;
c) add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the reservoir
cap or add fuel if the engine is running or still hot;
d) if you spill petrol, do not start the engine. Push the machine
away from the spillage. Keep away all flames and heat sources
until the petrol fumes have had time to evaporate.
17 -Replace worn exhaust pipes.
18 -Before starting the engine, always check that tines, tines bolts and all
cutting parts are not worn or damaged. Replace any worm or damaged
tines or bolts an entire set at a time, to keep the machine in balance.
19 -Do not run the engine in a confined space where fumes containing car-
bon monoxide can accumulate.
20 -Only use the scrub-cutter in daylight or good artificial light
21 -Do not stop or start suddenly on an incline. Slow down on inclines and
on close turns to avoid tipping over or loss of control. Be very careful if
you are turning on an incline.
22 -Land-related risks :
23 -Never use scrub-cutter if housing protector covers are defective, or
without the safety mechanism in use.
24 - Never modify the engine speed settings, and do not over-rev the
engine.
25 -Make sure that the cutting equipment is not engaged when going over
gravel or earth paths, and when transporting the equipment in general.
26 - Avoid cutting near residential areas, pathways and roads or parking
areas.
27 -Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use
this grass cutter.
28 -Never cut pulling the machine towards you.
29 -When transporting the grass cutter other than under its own power, the
engine must be switched off.
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31 - The engine
32 -The scrub-cutter
3 3 -
A B
A' B'
D'
C'
C
D
- If the area is a steep incline : never trim going up or down the
slope, but follow a line at right ongles to the slope.
- If the area is covered with natural or man-made obstacles, such
as rocks, loose stones, tree trunks, bottles, pieces of metal, sta-
kes, and all types of foreign objects, these may become dange-
rous projectiles and put undue pressure on the cutting tool. They
should therefore be avoided.
- Beware of slipping on sloping or wet ground.
SPECIFIC MAINTENANCE
IMPERATIF Check before use that the cooling air intake area
and engine cylinder are clean and free from any impurity, FAI-
LURE TO COMPLY WHITH THIS REQUIREMENT WILL REN-
DER THE GUARANTEE NULL AND VOID.
See the manufacturer's maintenance handbook.
After each use, carefully clean the housing of the cutting equip-
ment and the engine case. Check the state of the tines, which
must always be sharp in order to have as clean a cut as possi-
ble and to allow the machine to work at its best.
Attention : If you proceed to the replacement of tines, make
sure that these remain perfectly balanced. After 25 hours of
use, lubricate all moving parts and front wheels. Regularly
check all screws, nuts and bolts for tightness.
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