Safety instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The lawn mower operator or user is responsible
for accidents involving other persons and their
property.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury!
Safety and protective devices must not
be disabled.
Electrical safety
Danger from electric current!
Danger from contact with live parts!
Immediately disconnect the plug from
the mains if the extension lead is
damaged or severed!
The domestic mains voltage must match
the mains voltage specifi cations in the
technical data; do not use any other supply
voltage.
Use only extension leads designed for use
outdoors - minimum cross-section 1.5 mm
Damaged or brittle extension leads must
not be used.
Always check the condition of your
extension
lead
machine.
Always use the special cable strain relief for
the extension lead.
Always keep cables out of the cutting area
and routed away from the machine.
Never run over the extension lead with the
lawn mower.
Protect the machine against moisture.
Safety instructions for operation
CAUTION!
Danger - risk of injury!
Unintentional start-up can lead to
severe injuries. To prevent injuries
always unpluged after switching the
mower off !
Do not operate the lawn mower with the
blades locked. Doing so could burn out the
motor.
before
operating
After contact with foreign objects
inspect the mower for damage. In case
of serious damage take the mower to a
HiKOKI service center.
Walk, never run.
Always be sure of your footing on slope or
wet lawn.
Always unplug from the mains and wait until
the machine has stopped:
in the event of faults or unusual vibration
of the machine.
before releasing blockages.
before unclogging the machine.
after contact with foreign bodies.
The operator must take particular care
when turning the lawn mower or pulling it
towards himself.
Switch off the motor if it is necessary to
cross an area other than the area to be cut.
Children, or other people who are not
familiar with the operating instructions, are
not allowed to use the machine
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Observe
minimum age requirements for operating
the machine.
The machine must not be operated if the
the
operator is under the infl uence of alcohol,
drugs or medication.
Prior to use check the mower and have the
damaged parts replaced
Before using, always visually inspect to
see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter
assembly are not worn or damaged.
Remove all foreign objects from the lawn
prior to mowing
Wear suitable work clothing:
Long trousers
Firm and antislip footwear
Always ensure stability when working.
Keep others away from dangerous areas.
Keep body and clothing and extension
leads away from cutting parts.
Work only when there is adequate daylight
or artifi cial lighting. Avoid mowing in bad
weather
local
regulations
en
regarding
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