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before checking, cleaning
or working on the appliance
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whenever the appliance
starts to vibrate in an un-
usual way
■
Always make sure that the
ventilation openings on the
appliance are free of foreign
objects.
■
After contact with dangerous
objects and foreign bodies,
check the appliance for dam-
age. Have the appliance re-
paired if it has been damaged.
Maintenance and storage
■
Before carrying out mainte-
nance or cleaning work, dis-
connect the appliance from
the power supply i.e. activate
switch-on lock, remove re-
chargeable batteries or non-
rechargeable batteries.
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Always wear protective gloves
during maintenance, care and
cleaning work.
■
Only use the spare parts and
accessories recommended by
the manufacturer.
■
Regularly check and maintain
the appliance. The appliance
may only be repaired by an
AL-KO service centre.
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Keep the appliance out of the
reach of children when not in
use.
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3.1.1 Safety in the workplace
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Work only in daylight or under
very bright artificial light.
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Before work, remove any haz-
ardous products and objects
from the working area, e.g.
explosive and inflammable
products, hot ashes, combus-
tion residues, smouldering
cigarettes, branches, pieces
of glass, sharp objects, pieces
of metal, stones.
■
Operate the appliance only on
solid and level ground and not
on sharp inclines.
■
Pay attention to stability.
■
When working, move cau-
tiously and slowly. Do not run.
Watch out for obstacles.
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When working on a slope:
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Never work on a smooth
and slippery slope.
■
Always ensure that you are
standing securely.
■
Always blow the leaves
near to the ground.
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Never work up a slope.
3.1.2 Safety of persons,
animals and property
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Only use the appliance for the
purposes for which it is in-
tended. Any non-intended use
can lead to injury and property
damage.
Safety instructions
LB 4250