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7.3. Safety instructions
Warning:
Contact with the blade during operation of this machine can cause
amputation of the hands or feet. The device can also cause objects to be
knocked over or projected towards the operator and bystanders. Therefore, pay
attention and be very careful during its operation. Negligence in respecting the
safety rules can result in serious injury or death.
7.3.1. General safety instructions
Warning:
Most accidents are caused by carelessness or reckless behaviour.
• The owner of the machine must keep this manual during its complete service life. It serves as a
reference guide for the user so that he or she can use and maintain the machine in accordance
with the correct instructions. Always refer to this instruction manual if you have any doubts
regarding an action that you are about to perform.
• If the instructions stated in this manual are not clear to you, do not hesitate to contact your
ELIET dealer for further explanation. In addition, the ELIET help desk is at your service during
office hours to answer any questions you may have (EU +32 56 77 70 88 or USA +1 412 367
5185).
For your information:
Please also read the engine manual supplied with the
machine. It contains useful tips about proper use and maintenance of the
engine.
• Also read the chapter which is intended for the dealer (read § 8; page 25) and verify whether
the machine has been supplied in accordance with the instructions.
• Carefully observe all safety instructions when using this ELIET machine. Make sure to read
all the instructions about how to operate the machine. All these instructions are for your own
safety.
• Get advice from the dealer or another professional when purchasing the machine before using
the machine yourself.
• Read and observe all safety messages indicated on the machine in the form of text or picto-
grams. (read § 7.1; page 14)
• Always observe the applicable regulations of the Labour Inspectorate to avoid accidents.
• Under no conditions whatsoever may the original design of the machine be modified without
written consent of ELIET EUROPE NV (Belgium).