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2. GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Before you put this machine into operation you have to read instructions in this manual.
When using this machine, observe the following safety instructions to exclude the risk of
personal injury or material damage. Please also observe the special safety instructions in the
respective chapters. Where applicable, follow the legal directives or regulations for the prevention of
accidents pertaining to the use of machine.
WARNING! When using petrol tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should
always be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
WARNING: this machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may
under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of
serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and
the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine.
TRAINING
The operators must receive proper training in the use, adjustment and operation of the machine,
including prohibited operations.
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment. Spend a few
moments to familiarize yourself with your machine before each use.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
3. This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for their safety.
4. Never work while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
5. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORKING WITH SCARIFIER
1. Do not leave engines running in closed rooms where dangerous carbon monoxide could cumulate.
2. Always us the machine in daylight, or in good lighting conditions. If possible, do not use the scarifier on wet
grass.
3. When working on a slope, ensure you have good footing at all times.
4. Use this machine at a steady walking pace.
5. With machines on wheels, it is necessary that you till across the slope, never up and down.
6. If working on a slope, be take extra care when turning the machine.
7. Do not scarify or aerate on a steep slope.
8. Be particularly careful when you turn the scarifier or when pull the scarifier towards you.
9. Stop the scarifier blades if the machine is to be tilted for transportation across other areas or must be
transferred to/from scarified areas.
10. Never use the scarifier with a damaged rear deflector and do not operate the machine without its
moss/grass collection basket.
11. Do not make any unauthorized alterations to the engine and do not turn it over.
