ST 515 E, Operator'S Manual

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EN - 4
moving parts stop and carefully
inspect the machine to check
there is no damage. Vibrations
are normally synonymous with
a problem. Repair any damage
before re-using the machine.
• Before leaving the machine,
disconnect all the commands
and disconnect from the
electrical mains socket.
• Before cleaning, repairs or
inspections, always check the
rotating units have stopped,
controls are disengaged and
the plug is disconnected
from the electrical mains.
• Never operate the snow
thrower at high transport
speeds on slippery
surfaces. Use care when
reversing. Look behind you
to make sure there are no
obstacles before and during
operations in reverse gear.
• Disengage power to the
auger when snow thrower is
transported or not in use.
• Always be sure of your footing,
and keep a firm hold on the
handle. Walk, never run!
• Keep the extension cable far
from the auger. The auger can
damage the cable and cause
contact with powered parts.
Use limitations
• Do not use the machine
sideways on a slope. Always
move from top to bottom,
then from bottom to top.
Exercise caution when
changing direction on a
slope. Avoid steep slopes.
• Do not use the machine if
the guards are insufficient
or if the safety devices are
not correctly positioned.
• Never disengage or tamper
with the safety systems.
• Do not overload the machine
by driving it too fast.
• Do not use the machine in bad
weather conditions, especially
when there is risk of lightening.
• Do not place hands inside
the chute or the auger without
firstly disconnecting the
electrical mains socket.
2.4 MAINTENANCE, STORAGE
AND TRANSPORT
Ensure regular maintenance
and correct storage to
maintain machine safety.
Before cleaning or
doing maintenance work,
disconnect the machine from
the electrical mains and read
the relevant instructions.
Wear proper clothing and
protective gloves whenever
your hands are at risk.
Faulty or worn-out parts
must always be replaced
and never repaired. Only
use original spare parts:
the use or non-original and/
or incorrectly fitted parts
will compromise the safety
of the machine, may cause
accidents or personal injuries
for which the Manufacturer
is under no circumstance
liable or responsible.
Maintenance
• If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent
or similar qualified person
in order to avoid a hazard.
• Keep the cable far from
heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. A damaged