Alpina AS 46 P Manuel D'utilisation page 16

3. GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE
3.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE AND
PLANNED USE
This machine is a snow thrower.
The machine is equipped with a clearance auger,
protected by a guard, that sends the snow to
a discharge chute. The auger is moved by the
engine that also drives the machine.
The machine is run using the controls located on
the dashboard.
The operator can run the machine and activate
all the main controls while staying upright in the
operator's position, behind the machine.
3.1.1 Intended use
This machine has been designed and built to
remove and clear away snow from pavements,
gardens, drives and other ground-level surfaces.
The snow thrower must only be used to remove
snow.
3.1.2 Improper use
Any other usage not in keeping with the above-
mentioned ones may be hazardous and harm
persons and/or damage things. Examples of
improper use may include, but are not limited to:
• use of the machine on surfaces above ground
level, such as roofs on houses, garages,
porticoes or other structures or buildings.
• Activate the auger in the presence of materials
other than snow (e.g. soil, grass, pebbles, etc.),
• Pulling or pushing loads.
IMPORTANT Improper use of the machine will
invalidate the warranty, relieve the Manufacturer
from all liabilities, and the user will consequently
be liable for all and any damage or injury to
himself or others.
3.1.3 User types
This machine is intended for use by consumers,
i.e. non-professional operators. The machine is
intended for "DIY" use only.
IMPORTANT The machine must be used by
one operator.
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS
The machine has various symbols on it
(fig. 3 ) . They are used to remind the operator of
the behaviour to follow to use it with the necessary
attention and caution. Meaning of symbols:
WARNING!
WARNING! Read the instructions
before operating the machine.
DANGER! Keep hands and feet
away from rotating parts.
DANGER! Ejected objects. Do not
turn the discharge chute towards
onlookers or animals.
DANGER! Keep people, children
and animals away from the work
area.
DANGER! Do not smoke, do not
use open flames or ignition. Fire and
explosion hazard. sources.
DANGER! Never put your hands
inside the discharge chute when the
auger is in motion. Stop the engine
before unclogging the discharge
chute.
DANGER! Always use hearing
protectors.
DANGER! Wear eye protections.
IMPORTANT Any damaged or illegible decals
must be replaced. Order replacement decals from
an authorised assistance centre.
3.3 IDENTIFICATION LABEL
The identification label holds the following data
(fig. 1 ) :
1. Manufacturer's address
2. Model
3. Type of machine
4. Sound power level
5. CE conformity marking
6. Weight in kg
7. Engine operating revolutions
8. Engine power
9. Engine displacement
10. Year of manufacture
11. Serial number
12. Article code
13. Machine description
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