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Check each time you use the mower :
Inspect the mower each time before you use
it. Do not use the mower if the safety devices
(switch handle, protective cover, cable strain
relief, start button, grassbox) and / or the cut-
ting mechanism are damaged or worn.
Replace damaged or worn parts. Never disab-
le safety devices.
Check the grass to be cut before you start
work. Remove any foreign bodies present
(e.g. stones, branches).
Check the cutting tool for damage regularly
and have it professionally repaired if neces-
sary.
Operation :
This electric flexible steerable mower can
cause serious injuries!
You are responsible for the safety of the
working area.
Do not tilt the mower on its side whilst using it.
Never lift or carry the mower with the motor
running.
Only use the flexible steerable mower for the
purposes specified in these instructions.
Wear sturdy shoes and long trousers to
protect your legs.
Keep your fingers and feet away from the cut-
ting tool and the cutting channel!
Make sure you always take up a safe and
stable stance whilst working, especially on
slopes.
Be particularly careful if you change direction
on a slope.
Be careful when going backwards.
Risk of stumbling!
Look out for foreign bodies when working
(e. g. stones).
Do not let the handle fall forwards freely when
folding it up.
Interruptions of work :
Never leave the flexible steerable mower
unattended at the working area.
If you interrupt your work store the unit in a
safe place.
Disconnect the mains plug!
When you interrupt work in order to go to
another working area, always switch off the
electric flexible steerable mower during
transport.
Environmental influences :
Only work when visibility is good.
Familiarise yourself with the surroundings of
your working area. Check for possible risks
which might be not audible due to the noise
of the machine.
Make sure that there are no other people
(especially children) or animals anywhere
near the working area.
If you do strike an obstacle when working,
release the switch handle,
pull out the
mains plug
and remove the obstacle.
Check the mower for damage and have it
repaired if necessary.
Do not use the flexible steerable mower if it
is raining or in moist, wet conditions.
Please observe any local restrictions or noise
levels.
Electrical safety :
DANGER !
Electric shock !
If the insulation is damaged on the screw
fastening the blade in position, this must
be replaced by GARDENA Service or a
specialist dealer authorised by GARDENA.
The electric flexible steerable mower must
only be operated with an undamaged electric
cable. If the electric cable or the extension
cable is damaged disconnect the mains plug
immediately.
The connection cable must be checked regu-
larly for signs of damage and ageing (e.g.
cracks).
The cable strain relief on the steering upright
must be used (see 3 Fitting the cable clip).
Do not use the flexible steerable mower close
to swimming pools or garden ponds.
For portable units, which are used outdoors,
we recommend to use a residual-current devi-
ce having a residual-current rating
≤
30 mA.
In Switzerland use of a residual-current device
is obligatory.
The socket of an extension cable should be
water-proof and the connection sockets for
extension cables must be made of rubber or
be encased in rubber.
Only use permitted extension cables.
Ask your electrician.
Keep the extension cable away from the area
you are cutting.