Erco ES-650PIA, Original Operator'S Manual

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Operators Manual ES-650PIA
Safety
Use as directed
The machine is suitable as a leaf and waste suction unit.
Any other use beyond this is considered to be improper
and prohibited. The manufacturer is not liable for any
damage resulting from this; the user alone bears the
risk of such damage.
Intended use also includes compliance with the oper-
ating and maintenance conditions prescribed by the
manufacturer.
Possible Misuse
Do not absorb wires, cables or heavy stones. Damage to
the machine and/or injury caused by skidding may occur.
Do not push any objects with your foot under the suction
cup. (Danger of injury!)
Do not suck in any objects that could block the fan.
(Property damage!).
General Sources of Danger
Application and Operation
Before starting work, the unit, including all possible at-
tachments, must be checked for proper condition and
operational safety.
The operator must use the device as intended.
Operation in closed rooms is forbidden.
Operation of the device only by persons who have been
instructed in the use of the machine or have proven their
ability to operate it and are expressly instructed to use it.
When starting the engine, there must be no other per-
sons near the unit.
All protective devices must be properly installed and
functioning.
Never leave the machine unattended.
When leaving the machine, switch off the engine and
secure the machine against unintentional movements.
The unit must never be operated without a collecting bag.
The operator is responsible for accidents involving other
persons or their property.
Product-specific Hazards
Do not suck in flammable substances or hot objects
(e. g. ash, barbecue coal) (danger to life due to burns).
Danger from Engine Operation
Do not touch engine parts during operation and there-
after (risk of burning due to hot surfaces).
Before carrying out any work on the unit, as well as
cleaning, maintenance and repair work, switch off the
engine and allow it to cool down (danger of burning due
to hot surfaces).
Before carrying out any work on the unit, shut it down
and remove the spark plug connector.
Do not refill petrol when the engine is running (hazard
of life due to combustion and/or explosion).
Immediately wipe any spilled petrol with a cloth (danger
of death due to combustion and/or explosion).
Store petrol only in designated containers.
Exhaust gases are toxic and harmful to health, they must
not be inhaled.
Danger during Operation
Only gradients of up to 20% maximum may be used.
Particular care must be taken when driving across the
slope (danger of tipping over).
Dangers for children, elderly persons and animals
The operator must take into account the local conditions
and the impact of noise on persons and animals.
The unit must never be parked on a slope.
Children, elderly persons and animals must not be near
the equipment.
Children are not allowed to play with the machine.
Maintenance
Cleaning, repair and maintenance work as well as the
elimination of malfunctions may only be carried out
when the engine has been shut down.
If necessary, remove the spark plug connector.
The unit must not be cleaned with a water hose or
high-pressure washer; there is a risk of short circuits or
other damage.
Observe the safety check in accordance with the
locally applicable regulations for portable, commercially
used equipment.
Always carry out work on the unit using suitable tools.
Only use original spare parts from the manufacturer.
Personnel and User Qualification
Persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities
or lack of experience and/or knowledge are not allowed
to use the device unless a person responsible for their
safety supervises the operation or instruction.
Young people under 16 years of age are prohibited from
operating the device.
The responsiveness of the user must not be impaired, e.
g. by drugs, alcohol or medication.
The operator must have been instructed in the operation
of the unit.
The operator must be familiar with the instructions in the
operating instructions..