5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related
hazards.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Important
On products exceeding 2000W it is recommended that the power cable and/or extension cable are
fully unwound before a connection is made to the power supply. However, ensure the residual
cable does not pose a trip hazard.
5.2 SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR 230V LAWN MOWERS
Warning:
Connect the machine only to a supply circuit protected by a residual current device
(RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 MA.
– Keep bystanders away.
– Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out adjustment, cleaning or maintenance.
– Read user instructions before operating this machine.
– The lawn mower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or the guard
in place.
Warning:
Do not touch rotating blade.
– Beware of blades. Blades continue to rotate after the motor is switched off. Remove plug
from mains before maintenance or if cord is damaged.
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