Scheppach ELS1800 Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 19

• The machine may be operated only with original
parts and original accessories of the manufacturer.
• Any other use above or beyond this is considered
improper use. The manufacturer is not liable for
damages resulting from this. The user shall bear
this risk alone.
• The safety, work and maintenance instructions of
the manufacturer as well as the dimensions indicat-
ed in the Technical Data section must be adhered
to.
• The relevant accident prevention regulations and
other generally recognised safety standards must
be observed.
• The machine may be used, maintained or repaired
only by persons who are familiar with the machine
and the risks involved. Unauthorised modifications
on the machine exclude any liability of the manu-
facturer for resulting damages.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial ap-
plications.
Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used
in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for
equivalent purposes.
5. Safety information
General safety instructions
This implement can cause serious injuries if it is not
properly used. Please read these Operating Instruc-
tions carefully and familiarize yourself with all the con-
trol elements before operating this implement. Keep
these Operating Instructions in a readily accessible
place so that this information is always at your disposal.
Operating the implement:
m WARNING!
The implement can cause serious injuries. How to a
avoid accidents and injuries:
Preparations:
• Never allow children and people who are not fa-
miliar with these Operating Instructions to use the
implement. Local regulations may stipulate a min-
imum age for operators.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervi-
sion or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Never start up the implement while other people,
but especially children and domestic pets, are in
the vicinity.
• Check the area on which the implement is to be used.
Remove all stones, sticks, wire and other foreign bod-
ies that could be caught up and flung out. Never use
the implement to level out uneven patches.
• Always wear appropriate protective work clothes
and firm shoes with nonslip soles, strong long trou-
sers, ear defenders and goggles. Never operate
the implement while bare footed or when wearing
open sandals.
• Never operate the implement if it is damaged, in-
complete or has been modified without the consent
of the manufacturer. Never work with damaged or
missing protective devices (e.g. starting lever, un-
locking knob, impact protector).
• Never disengage protective devices (e.g. by tying
the starting lever).
• Children must be supervised in order to ensure that
they do not play with the equipment.
• Before starting the equipment, ensure that no ob-
jects or branches are pushed into the blade open-
ing, that the equipment is standing stably and that
the workspace is tidy and not blocked. Check the
condition of your extension cable and the connect-
ing cable of your equipment. Use the necessary
protective equipment.
• If your equipment vibrates or emits unusual noises
when switched on, disconnect the plug from the
socket and check the brushing cylinder. Ensure
that no remains of chopped matter are blocking the
brushing cylinder or jammed between the blades.
If you find no problems, return the equipment to a
customer service centre.
• If the blades no longer cut correctly or if the motor
is overloaded, check all the parts of your equipment
and replace the worn parts. If a more extensive re-
pair is required, contact a customer service centre.
Use:
• Caution – A very sharp tool. Avoid brushing your
fingers or toes. While working always keep your
feet and fingers well away from the brushing cyl-
inder and the ejector opening. There is the danger
of serious injury!
• Do not operate the implement while it is raining, in
poor weather conditions and when the surrounding
area and lawn are wet. Operate the implement only
during daylight hours or with bright lighting.
• Do not operate the implement if you are tired or are
lacking in concentration and after having drunk alco-
hol or taken medicine. Always take a work break in
due time. Approach the work with common sense.
• Familiarize yourself with the terrain and remain
focused on the potential hazards that you could
miss on account of the motor noise.
• Always maintain a secure footing while working,
especially on a sloping never up and down! Be
particularly careful when changing the travelling
direction. Do not work on very steep slopes.
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