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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 General rules
Due to the risk to the user’s safety, the machine must not be used:
•As a motorised hoe.
•For levelling uneven surfaces such as piles of soil.
•By children or people who are not familiar with the machine and its operation.
•By children under 16 years of age.
•On wet surfaces. Only use the machine on dry grass.
•In the dark. Only work in daylight or equivalent artificial lighting.
•If the cords are damaged or worn.
-A damaged cord can cause contact with live parts.
-Keep extension cords away from the rotating tool. The rotating tool can cause damage to the cords and lead to contact with live parts
1.2 Before using the machine
Always wear suitable clothing; never wear loose clothing that could catch in the rotating tool. Wear suitable safety shoes, safety goggles and protective gloves. Always wear long trousers to protect your legs.
Install the splash guard and collecting equipment in accordance with the enclosed installation in- structions. Check that they are securely attached. The machine may not be operated without this equipment or with damaged equipment. Before us- ing the machine, remove all foreign objects from the lawn, such as stones, sticks or bones.
Check the following:
a)That all the machine’s parts are properly se- cured.
b)Check for any damage or heavy wear and tear on machine components. When replacing parts, re- fer to the installation instructions. Examine con- nections and cables routed on the outside of the machine for wear and tear and durability. Only use the machine when no damage can be found. Re- pairs to cables may only be carried out by qualified engineers.
• Never operate the machine while people, espe- cially children, or pets are nearby.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is respon- sible for accidents or hazards occuring to other people or their property.
• Wear ear protection and safety glasses at all time operating the machine.
•Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine shall be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects.
•Check the supply cord before using the equip- ment. If the rubber enclosure of the supply cord is broken or if any metal conductor is exposed, replace the supply cord immediately to avoid electrical chocks.
•Before using, always visually inspect the tines and bolts for wear and damage. Replace worn or damaged tines and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Regularly check for wear and tear on the grassbox. Before adjusting or cleaning the tool, disconnect the plug from the power supply and check for wear on the connection cable and the switch.
1.3 Cables
Use safety cables. Only cables that are not lighter than rubber cable H07
ameter of 3x1.5 mm2 may be used.
The cable must be able to withstand water and out- door climates, and must be connected via an earth leakage circuit breaker.
Use a leakage protection system (RCD) with a leakage current of not more than 30 mA. Connect the cable to a relieving loop. Check that it does not rub against sharp edges or sharp objects. Do not squeeze the cable between door or window gaps. The earth leakage circuit breaker must not be removed or bridged.
Disconnect the power supply by pulling the plug out of the socket in the following cases:
•When leaving the machine unintended.
•Before removing of foreign, blocking objects.
•Before inspection, cleaning or other measures of the machine.
•Before clearing a blockage.
•When the machine starts vibrating abnormally.
1.4 Starting up
Only start the motor when you are a safe distance from the rotating tool. When tilting the machine, follow strict the advises below:
•Keep both hands on the handlebar.
•The machine shall be between you and the ro- tating tool.
•No human being or pets are nearby.
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