Declaration Of Conformity; Special Safety Instructions; Specified Conditions Of Use; General Safety Information - Metabo RSG 18 LTX 15 Manual Original

Original instructions

1. Declaration of Conformity

We declare and accept sole responsibility for
ensuring: these cordless backpack sprayers
identified by their type and serial number *1)
conform to all relevant provisions of the directives
*2) and standards *3). Technical documents for *4)
- see page 4.

2. Specified Conditions of Use

The speed-controlled cordless backpack sprayer is
suitable for pesticides (herbicides, insecticides,
fungicides etc.), liquid fertilizers, plant boosters,
water.
(Symbol on green background)
Not suitable for acid-based weed killers (e.g. acetic
acid, pelargonic acid etc.), peroxides, acids, alkalis
and solvents.
The device is not oil-resistant (i.e. not suitable for
e.g. formwork oil).
National regulations may restrict the use of the device.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by inappropriate use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.

3. General Safety Information

Pay attention to all parts of the text that
are marked with this symbol for your own
protection and for the protection of your
device!
WARNING – Read the operating
instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING – Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this device. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Pass on your power tool only together with these
documents.

4. Special safety instructions

Safety regulations / explanations of symbols
Read before first use.
Safety regulations
4.1 General
Before using this device, read the entire
operating instructions carefully and
thoroughly.
Store these operating instructions in a safe
place.
When passing on the device to third parties, it
is important that the operating instructions are
included.
If the device is misused, operated incorrectly,
not professionally repaired or manipulates, no
liability is assumed for any damage that may occur
and the warranty claim becomes void.
The device must be used by trained operators
only.
Do not operate the device when drowsy,
physically unwell, under the influence of drugs
/ alcohol / medication etc.
Non-compliance with the safety and warning
instructions can lead to injury or death of
persons!
The device may be subject to national
regulations for regular inspection by
designated bodies (Directive 2009/128/EC).
4.2 Handling / maintenance
Wear safety goggles, protective
gloves, protective clothing and
breathing protection adapted to the agent being
used for spraying.
Do not spray against the wind or use in strong
winds.
Do not apply more spraying agent than
necessary for the area to be treated.
Before each use ensure that the device is
working properly, for example by carrying out a
functional test with water.
The device must be emptied and cleaned after use, without polluting the environment.
Do not use the device if there are other
persons in the working area, and do not spray
on people or animals.
Maintenance and repair work may only be
carried out by trained personnel or by the
specialist dealer. Only original Metabo parts should
be used.
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