Parkside PBRM 53 A1 Consignes D'utilisation page 14

• Never use the lawnmower if the blade or safety
grilles are damaged, or without the attached guards,
e.g. deflectors and/or grass catching devices.
• Do not adjust and overclock the engine speed set-
tings.
• Release the engine brake and disengage all cutting
tools and drives before starting the engine.
• Start the engine with care, in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions. Ensure that your feet are
far enough away from the blade.
• Do not tip the lawnmower when you start the engine
unless the lawnmower must be raised off of the
ground a little in order to start it. In this case, only tilt
as far as absolutely required and only lift the side
away from the operator.
• Do not start the engine if you are standing in front of
the ejector chute.
• Never out hands and feet on or under rotating parts.
Always keep clear of the ejection opening.
• Never lift or carry a lawnmower while the engine is
running.
• Stop the engine and make sure that all moving parts
have come to a standstill and that the ignition key, if
present, is removed:
– Before you dislodge any blockages or clogs in
the ejector chute.
– Before checking or cleaning the product, or per-
forming work on it.
– If it came into contact with a foreign object. In-
spect the product for damage and perform the
required repairs before starting again and work-
ing with the product. If the product begins to ex-
perience exceptionally strong vibrations, switch it
off immediately and check it.
– Any time you leave the product.
– Before you refuel.
• When the engine runs out, close the throttle valve. If
the engine has a petrol shut-off valve, close it after
use.
• Operating the product at excessive speed can in-
crease the risk of accidents.
• Be careful when adjusting the product and avoid
trapping fingers between the moving blade and rigid
parts of the device.
• Be particularly careful when mowing on yielding
ground, nearby rubbish tips, ditches and dykes.
• Avoid mowing in places where the wheels have trou-
ble gripping or mowing is unsafe in any other way.
• Watch out for traffic near a road.
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Risk of tripping!
Exercise particular caution when moving backwards
and pulling the product.
Before reversing, make sure there are no small chil-
dren behind you.
• The user must be adequately trained in the use, ad-
justment and operation of the machine (including
prohibited operations).
• Check the product regularly and make sure that all
start locks and push buttons are working properly
before each use.
• Please note that improper maintenance, the use of
non-compliant spare parts, or the removal or modi-
fication of safety devices can result in damage to the
product and serious injury to the person working
with it.
• Please note that the product's safety systems or
equipment must not be tampered with or deactivat-
ed. Never remove any safety-related parts.
• Please note that the user must not change or manip-
ulate any sealed engine speed control settings.
• Use only blades and accessories recommended by
the manufacturer. Use of other insert tools and ac-
cessories may result in injury to the user.
• Always keep the product in good operating condi-
tion.
• It is necessary to take enough breaks to reduce noise
and vibration exposure.
Residual risks and protective measures
Neglect of ergonomic principles
Negligent use of personal protective equipment
(PPE)
Careless use or omission of personal protective equip-
ment may result in serious injury.
• Wear prescribed protective equipment.
Human behaviour, misconduct
• Always concentrate fully on all work.
Residual danger
• Can never be ruled out
Danger from noise
Hearing damage
Prolonged unprotected work with the product may cause
hearing damage.
• Always wear hearing protection as a matter of prin-
ciple.
Behaviour in an emergency
In the event of an accident, initiate the necessary first aid
measures and seek medical assistance as quickly as
possible.