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FZV 4003 E
Safety Instructions
3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing this garden scarifi er. Before you start using it, please carefully read this user's manual
and save it for possible future use.
Checks before every use
Check the electric scarifi er before every use.
Do not use the electric scarifi er if the safety mechanisms (start lever, safety brake, rear lid or cover) are dam-
aged or worn out.
Never use the machine with a blocked or missing safety mechanism.
NOTE: Make sure that all nuts and bolts are pulled tight and that the scarifi er is in good operating condition.
Before starting work, inspect the area that is to be aerated.
Check the work area for any foreign objects (e.g. stones, branches, rope) and remove them if necessary.
Proper use / Responsibility
ATTENTION! Danger! Danger of injury! The scarifi er may cause serious injuries!
Do not place hands or feet near the scarifi cation cylinder.
You are responsible for the safety of the methods of use described in these instructions.
Work only under good visibility.
Do not open the rear cover during use.
Acquaint yourself with the surroundings of your work area. Check for potential dangers, which may not be
audible due to the noise of the machine.
Wear solid footwear and long pants to protect your legs.
Make sure that your legs are at a suffi cient distance from moving parts.
Make sure that there are no other people (particularly children) or animals in the work area.
Always push the scarifi er at walking speed.
Operating position: make sure that you have safe foot support during operation.
Be especially careful when changing direction on a slope.
ATTENTION! Be extremely careful when walking backwards. You could stumble!
Do not use the electric scarifi er in the rain or in damp or wet conditions.
Do not work with the scarifi er near the edges of swimming pools or garden ponds.
Please adhere to all local restrictions related to noise levels.
Interrupting work
ATTENTION! Never leave the electric scarifi er in the work area without supervision.
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