Symbols, Safety Instructions, General | Stiga 8218-2218-70 guide

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1 SYMBOLS

The following symbols appear on the machine. They are there to remind you of the care and attention required in use. This is what the symbols mean:

Warning. If the regulations are not followed, there is a risk of danger to life and machine breakdown.

Read the owner’s manual before operating the machine.

Keep bystanders at a safe distance from the machine.

Warning of hard objects flying off.

The power supply must be disconnected before carrying out cleaning or maintenance.

The electric cable must be kept away from the auger opening. Check that the connection cable is always fault free. Only fault-free cables may be used.

Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Risk of death and maiming.

Risk of fatal electric shocks

2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1GENERAL

•Please read through these instructions carefully. Learn all the controls and the correct use of the machine.

•Never allow children or anyone who is not familiar with these instructions to use the snow thrower. Local regulations may impose restrictions as regards the age of the driver.

•Never use the machine if others, particularly children or animals, are in the vicinity.

•Remember that the driver is responsible for accidents that happen to other people or their property.

•Be careful not to trip or fall, especially when reversing the machine.

•Never use the snow thrower under the influence of alcohol or medication and if you are tired or ill.

2.2PREPARATIONS

•Check the area to be cleared and remove any loose or foreign objects.

•Disengage all controls before starting the engine.

•Never use the snow thrower unless properly dressed. Wear footwear that improves your grip on a slippery surface.

•Adjust the height of the auger housing to ensure it stays above gravel paths.

•Check that the mains voltage corresponds with the snow thrower’s rated voltage.

•Never, under any circumstances, make adjustments while the engine is running (unless otherwise specified in the instructions).

•Allow the snow thrower to adjust to the outdoor temperature before using it.

•Always use protective goggles or a visor during use, maintenance and service.

2.3OPERATION

•Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Always avoid the discharge chute opening.

•Be careful when driving on or crossing gravel paths, pavements and roads. Be aware of hidden dangers and traffic.

•Never direct the discharge chute towards a public road or traffic.

•If the snow thrower hits a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug cable and carefully inspect the machine for damage. Repair the damage before using the machine again.

•If the machine starts vibrating abnormally, stop the engine and look for the cause. Vibration is normally a sign of something wrong.

•The snow thrower may only be connected to power sock- ets that are supplied with earth leakage circuit breakers. The earth leakage circuit breaker must have a trip current of max. 30 mA.

•Risk of tripping over the electric cable. Always be aware of the whereabouts of the electric cable so that it does not get in the way of your feet or anything else moving about in the area.

•The snow thrower may only be connected with a cable that is approved for outdoor use.

•The electric cable with which the snow thrower is con- nected must always be intact. It must never be used if it displays signs of damage.

•The snow thrower must never be used if its plug, electric cable or other electrical equipment is damaged.

•Repairs to the electrical equipment may only be carried out by an authorised electrician.

•Never drive over the electric cable for the snow thrower while working.

•If the electric cable for the snow thrower has been dam- aged while working, the following instructions must be followed:

A.Stop the motor.

B.Leave the site in the opposite direction from the dam- aged

point on the cable.

C.Disconnect the cable from the power socket.

•Stop the motor and disconnect the power supply:

A.If the driver leaves the machine.

B.If the auger housing or discharge chute is blocked and must be cleaned.

C.Before beginning repairs or adjustments.

•Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable:

A.If the machine steers away from the driving position.

B.If the auger housing or discharge chute is blocked and must be cleaned.

C.Before beginning repairs or adjustments.

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