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EN
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
this machine with care in a responsible
manner having in consideration that
its user is responsible for eventual
accidents caused to third parties or
their goods.
Make sure that all individuals using this
tool have had the necessary training
and have read and fully understand
these operating instructions. Before
operating it for the first time, its user
must be instructed by the vendor
or a competent person about its
functionalities.
This instruction manual is an integral
part of the tool 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.
Always pay attention when operating an
electric tool. A moment of inattention
may result in serious injuries.
Use this equipment only if you are in
good physical and mental conditions.
Do not use it if you are tired 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 tool.
Never allow this machine to be used by
children, people with limited physical,
sensorial or mental capabilities, with
lack of experience and knowledge of
this equipment and who is not familiar
with the instructions.
This tool must only be operated
as described in this instruction
manual. No other use is allowed
besides the described.
Do not overload the equipment and use
it properly for each type of work. Using
it for purposes other than the intended
may result in dangerous situations.
For safety reasons, any changes
other than the assembly of the blades
authorized by the manufacturer are
prohibited. Any changes made void the
warranty.
You can obtain any information about
the authorized blades through your
VITO official distributor.
2.2 - ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This tool possesses double
isolation, which means that
every external metallic part is isolated
from the electric components.
Therefore, and in accordance with the
regulation EN 60745, it is not
necessary any earth connection.
However, double isolation does not
replace the regular safety precautions
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 the equipment by the isolated
parts; this procedure avoids the electric
shock if the machine touches any
hidden wire during the operation.
Do not use this tool 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 this tool is only used
by who is familiar with the instruction
manual.
To ensure a safe operation, you must:
� Check the machine before using
it. Check if the blades are correctly
assembled and in good conditions. In
case of damages or excessive wear,
replace them;
� 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;
� Check the blades. Do not operate
the machine if the blade is warped,
deformed or damaged;
� After assembling the blade and
before operating the equipment, test
it at maximum speed at no load for a
few seconds. Verify if there are any
misalignments on the blade or any
condition that may affect its normal
operation. All moving parts must spin
softly without abnormal noises;
� Check if the safety devices are
in perfect conditions and working
correctly. Never use the machine if
any safety device is missing, inhibited,
damaged or worn;
� If the switch is damaged or does not
allow controlling the tool, it must be
repaired or replaced in a way to avoid
a sudden start;
Perform all the needed adjustments
and in case of doubts ask your
distributor for assistance.
