ST. SpA EL 340, Operator'S Manual

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22) Don’t use the machine if the attachments/tools are not
installed in their seats.
23) Disengage the cutting means, switch off the motor and
unplug the power cable (making sure that all moving parts
are stationary):
– When transporting the machine;
– Whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended;
– Before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge
chute;
– Before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;
– After striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for
damage and make repairs before using it again.
24) Disengage the cutting means and switch off the motor:
– Whenever you remove or reattach the grass catcher;
– Whenever you remove or reattach the side discharge
chute;
– Before adjusting the cutting height, if this operation can
not be performed from the driving seat.
25) When working, always keep a safe distance from the
rotary cutting means, given by the length of the handle.
26) WARNING – If something breaks or an accident occurs
whilst working, turn off the motor immediately and move the
machine away to prevent further damage; if an accident oc
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curs with injuries or third parties are injured, carry out the
first aid measures most suitable for the situation immedi
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ately and contact the medical authorities for any necessary
health care. Carefully remove any debris that might cause
damage or harm persons or animals should it not be seen.
27) WARNING – The noise and vibration levels shown in
these instructions are the maximum levels for use of the
machine. The use of an unbalanced cutting means, ex
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cessive speed of movement, or lack of maintenance have
a significant influence on noise emissions and vibrations.
Consequently, it is necessary to take preventive steps to
eliminate possible damage due to high levels of noise and
stress from vibration. Maintain the machine well, wear ear
protection devices, and take breaks while working.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) WARNING! – Before cleaning or doing maintenance
work, disconnect the machine from the mains and read the
relevant instructions. Wear proper clothing and protective
gloves whenever your hands are at risk.
2) WARNING! – Never use the machine with worn or dam
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aged parts. Faulty or worn-out parts must always be re
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placed and not repaired. Only use original spare parts: the
use of non-original and/or incorrectly fitted parts will jeop
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ardize the safety of the machine, may cause accidents or
personal injuries for which the Manufacturer is under no
circumstance liable or responsible.
3) Any adjustments or maintenance operations not de
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scribed in this manual must be carried out by your Dealer
or a specialized Service Centre with the necessary knowl
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edge and equipment to ensure that the work is done cor
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rectly maintaining the machine’s original safety level. Any
operations performed in unauthorized centres or by un
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qualified persons will totally invalidate the Warranty and all
obligations and responsibilities of the Manufacturer.
4) After each use, disconnect the machine from the mains
and check for damage.
5) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the ma
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chine is in safe working condition. Routine maintenance
is essential for safety and for maintaining a high perfor
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mance level.
6) Check that the cutting means screws are properly tight
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ened on a regular basis.
7) Wear work gloves when handling, disassembling and re
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assembling all cutting means.
8) Keep the cutting means well balanced during sharpen
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ing. All work on the cutting means (disassembly, sharpen
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ing, balancing, reassembly and/or replacing) are demand
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ing jobs that require special skills as well as special tools.
For safety reasons, these jobs are best carried out at a
specialised centre.
9) Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between moving parts of the cut
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ting means and fixed parts of the machine.
10) Do not touch the cutting means until the machine is dis
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connected from the mains socket and the cutting means is
completely stationary. When servicing the cutting means,
bear in mind that, even though the power supply is switched
off, the cutting means can still move.
11) Check the side discharge guard, the rear discharge
guard and the grass catcher frequently for signs of wear or
deterioration. Replace them if they are damaged.
12) Replace any instruction or warning message stickers,
if damaged.
13) Store the machine out of the reach of children!
14) Allow the motor to cool down before storing in any en
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closure.
15) To reduce fire hazards, keep the lawnmower and, in
particular, the motor free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease. Always empty the grass catcher and do not leave
containers full of cut grass inside storage areas.
E) ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
1) Do not use the machine in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
2) Keep the extension lead away from the cutting means.
The cutting means can damage the cable and cause con
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tact with energised parts.
3) Never run the lawnmower over the electric cable. While
mowing, always drag the cable behind the lawnmower on
the side where the grass has already been cut. Use the
cable fastener to prevent the cable from disconnecting ac
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cidentally as indicated in this manual. Make sure it is con
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nected to the socket without being forced.
4) Power up the machine using a differential switch (RCD
– Residual Current Device) with a tripping current of max.
30 mA.
5) Machine plugs must always match the relative outlets.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) machines. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
6) If the machine’s power cable is damaged, it can only be
replaced with an original spare part by your dealer or an au
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thorised service centre.
7) The permanent connection of any electrical equipment
to the mains of a building must be installed by a quali
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fied electrician in conformity with the regulations in force.
Incorrect wiring can cause serious injury and even death.
8) WARNING: DANGER! Moisture and electricity are not
compatible:
Always handle and connect electric cables in dry condi
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tions:
– never allow electric sockets or cables to come into con
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tact with wet areas (puddles or wet grass);
– connections between cables and sockets must always
be watertight. Only use extension leads with intact, wa
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tertight and approved sockets sold on the market.