E N G L I S H
Work area
Do not expose the appliance to rain. Do not
x
use the appliance in damp or wet conditions.
Only use the appliance in daylight or good
x
artificial light.
Personal protection
Wear stout shoes or boots to protect your feet.
x
Do not operate the appliance wearing open-
toed sandals or when barefoot.
Wear long trousers to protect your legs.
x
Using your appliance
Be sure that the appliance is switched off when
x
plugging in.
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
x
Use common sense.
Do not operate the appliance when you are
x
tired.
If the appliance begins to vibrate abnormally,
x
switch it off and remove the plug from the
socket. Allow rotating parts to stop and inspect
the appliance for damage and loose parts.
Never pull the cord to disconnect the plug
x
from the socket. Keep the cord away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
If the mains cable is damaged during use,
x
switch the appliance off and disconnect the
plug from the mains immediately. Do not
touch the mains cable before disconnecting
from the mains.
Safety of others
Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar
x
with these instructions to operate the appliance.
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to
x
come near the work area or to touch the
appliance or mains cable.
Remember that the operator may be held
x
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
After use
Switch off, remove the plug from the socket
x
and ensure that moving parts have stopped
rotating before leaving the appliance unattended
and before changing, cleaning or inspecting
any parts of the appliance.
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When not in use, the appliance should be
x
stored in a dry place. Children should not have
access to stored appliances.
Inspection and repairs
Before use, check the appliance for damaged
x
or defective parts. Check for misalignment and
seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts,
damage to guards and switches and any other
conditions that may affect its operation.
Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged
x
or defective. Do not use the appliance if the
switch does not turn it on and off.
Never use the appliance when any guard or
x
enclosure is damaged or not in place.
Ensure that the appliance will operate properly
x
and perform its intended function.
Have any damaged or defective parts repaired
x
or replaced by an authorised repair agent.
Before use, check the mains cable for signs of
x
damage, ageing and wear.
Do not use the appliance if the mains cable is
x
damaged or defective.
If the mains cable is damaged or defective it
x
must be repaired by an authorised repair agent
to avoid a hazard.
Never attempt to remove or replace any parts
x
other than those specified in this manual.
Additional safety instructions for lawn mowers
The following warning symbols are found on the
appliance:
Wear safety glasses or goggles when
operating this tool.
The blade will continue to run for a
few seconds after switching the
appliance off. Never attempt to force
the blade to come to a standstill.
Keep people and animals at least 6 m
6m / 20ft
360 °
away from the mowing area.
Do not expose the appliance to rain or
high humidity.