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SAFETY
Preparation
1. When operating the machine, hearing protection and
protective goggles must always be worn as long as the
machine is in operation.
2. Before use, the connection and extension cables must
always be checked for signs of damage or aging. If the
cable is damaged during use, it must be disconnected
from the power supply immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE
PIPE BEFORE IT IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS.
Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or worn.
3. Always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers when
operating the machine. Do not operate the machine
barefoot or in light sandals. Avoid wearing loose clothing
or clothing with dangling strings or ties.
4. Carefully inspect the area where the machine will be used
and remove any objects that the machine could catch and
throw away.
5. Use the machine only in the recommended position and
only on a firm, level surface.
6. Do not operate the machine on paved or graveled
surfaces, where material thrown out can lead to injuries.
7. Before switching on the machine, always check whether all
screws, nuts, bolts and other fastenings are well secured
and that the protective devices and protective grids are in
place. Worn or damaged stickers must be replaced.
8. Never operate the machine while people, especially
children, or animals are nearby.
SAFETY
Operation
1. Work only in daylight or under good artificial lighting.
2. Avoid using the machine when the grass is wet.
3. Always make sure that the machine is always in a good
position, especially on slopes. Avoid abnormal posture and
always keep your balance.
4. Walk, do not run.
5. Operate the machine at right angles to the slope, never up
or down.
6. Be especially careful when changing the direction of travel
on a slope.
7. Do not scarify or aerate on excessively steep slopes.
8. Be especially careful when reversing the machine or
pulling it towards you.
9. Stop the tines when the machine needs to be tilted for
transport over surfaces other than grass and when the
machine is moved to and from the surface to be worked.
10. Never use the machine with damaged safety devices or
safety grids or without mounted safety devices, e.g. baffle
plates and/or catching devices.
11. Start the motor carefully, according to the operating
manual and make sure that there is sufficient distance
between the feet and the tines.
12. Keep connecting and extension cables away from the
tines.
13. When starting the engine, the machine must not be tilted,
unless the machine has to be lifted for the operation.
In this case, tilt the machine only as far as absolutely
necessary and lift only the side facing away from the user.
Always make sure that both hands are in working position
before the machine returns to the floor.
