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EN
SYMBOLOGY
Safety warnings and
precautions.
All users must read the
instruction manual to
avoid injuries.
Prohibition of starting a
fire and smoking nearby.
Danger of fire or
explosion.
Double insolation
Recycled material
packaging.
Separate collection of
batteries and / or power
tools.
2. GENERAL USE &
SAFETY WARNINGS
While using agricultural
equipment, several basic
safety precautions must always be
followed in order to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock and personal
injuries.
Read and understand the
manual prior to operating this
tiller. Save these instructions and
other documents supplied with this
machine for future reference.
2.1 - GENERAL
These preventive measures are
essential for your safety. Always use
the machine with care in a responsible
manner.
This machine may only be used by who
have read the instruction manual and by
who is familiar with its handling. Before
using it, the user must be instructed by
the vendor or other competent person
about its use.
This instruction manual is an integral
part of the machine and must always
be provided.
Get familiar with the equipment’s
control devices and operation. The user
must know how to stop the equipment
immediately.
Be focused and use common sense
while operating an electrical tool. A
moment of inattention may result in
serious injuries.
Use this machine only if you are in
good physical and mental conditions.
Do not use this machine if you are ti-
red or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs or medication. If you suffer from
any health problem, please ask your
doctor about the possibility of using the
machine.
Never allow the machine to be used by
children, people with limited physical,
sensorial or mental capabilities, with
lack of experience and knowledge of
this machine and who is not familiar
with the instructions.
This machine must only be used
as described in this instruction
manual. No other use is allowed
besides the described.
Do not overload the power tool and use
it properly for each type of work. Using
this equipment for purposes other than
the intended and an improper use of the
accessories may result in dangerous
situations.
For safety reasons, any changes other
than the assembly of accessories
authorized by the manufacturer are
prohibited. Any changes made void the
warranty.
You can obtain any information about
the authorized accessories through
your VITO official distributor.
2.2 - ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This power tool has double
insolation, which means that
every external metallic part is protected
from the electric components.
According to the EN 60745 regulation
it is not necessary any earth connection.
However, double insolation does not
provide the regular safety precautions,
those that must be followed while using
the equipment.
Do not expose any power tools to
rain or use them in wet or damp
environments. The presence of water
in an electric tool increases the risk of
damage and electric shock to the user.
Hold firmly the equipment by the
isolated parts to avoid electrical shocks
in case of contact with hidden cables
while operating the machine.
Do not use this machine in an
explosive environment,
especially in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dusts. Any power tool
may form sparks that might ignite
liquids, gases, or dust.
2.3 - BEFORE OPERATING
Make sure that the machine is only used
by who is familiar with the instruction
manual.
To ensure a safe operation, you must:
� Check the power tool before using
it. Check that all the accessories are
correctly assembled and attached to
the machine and in good conditions.
Never use damaged accessories;
� Check if all nuts and screws are
properly tightened. It is important to
check the machine regularly in order to
ensure its security and efficiency;
� After assembling the accessories and
before using the equipment, test it at
full speed at no load for a few seconds.
Verify if there are any misalignments in
the moving parts or any condition that
may affect its normal operation. Check
