Intended Use; Important Information - Scheppach BC52PB Traducción De Las Instrucciones Originales De Funcionamiento

4. Intended use

The power scythe (using the cutting blade) is designed
for cutting young trees, strong weeds
and undergrowth.
The power trimmer (using the line spool with cutting
line) is designed for cutting lawns, grassed areas and
small weeds. The operating instructions as supplied by
the manufacturer must be obeyed to ensure that the
equipment is used properly. Any use which is not ex-
pressly permitted in the manual may result in damage
to the equipment and place the user in serious danger.
Be sure to observe the restrictions in the safety inst-
ructions.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed
for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications.
Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in
commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equi-
valent purposes.
Important. Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the
user, the petrol power scythe must not be used to car-
ry out the following work: to clean dirt and debris off
walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. Simi-
larly, the petrol power scythe must not be used to level
out high areas such as molehills. For safety reasons,
the petrol power scythe must not be used as a drive
unit for other work tools or toolkits of any kind.
The equipment is allowed to be used only for its
prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a
case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manu-
facturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any
kind resulting from such misuse.
Non-permitted users:
Persons who are not familiar with the operating manu-
al, children, young people under the age of 16 as well
as persons under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication must not operate the unit.
Working hours for gasoline brush cutter
While it is permitted to use a brush cutter at any time,
operators should always show due consideration to
others living nearby.

5. Important information

Safety instructions
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (in-
cluding children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and know-
ledge, unless they have been given supervision or in-
struction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
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1. Training
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the appliance.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the appliance. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator.
• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
• The operator or user is responsible for accidents of
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
• Avoid running the engine indoors. The exhaust ga-
ses contain harmful carbon monoxide.
2. Preparation
• While cutting, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers.
• Do not operate the appliance when barefoot or wea-
ring open sandals.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the appliance is
to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bo-
nes, and other foreign objects.
• Before using, always visually inspect to see that
the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not
worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades
and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
• On multi-bladed appliances, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
3. Operation
• Operate only in daylight or in good artificial light.
• Avoid operating the appliance in wet grass, where
feasible.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
• Walk, never run.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
• Do not cutting excessively steep slopes.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
appliance towards you.
• Never operate the appliance with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices.
• Switch on the motor according to instructions and
with feet well away from the blade(s).
• In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely ne-
cessary and lift only the part which is away from the
operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the
operating position before returning the appliance to
the ground.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
• Never pick up or carry an appliance while the motor
is running.
• Pull the spark from the socket:
– whenever you leave the machine;
– before clearing a blockage;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the ap-
pliance;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the appliance
for damage and make repairs as necessary;
– if the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).