Meec tools 024998 Bedienungsanleitung/Übersetzung Der Originalanleitung Seite 41

Depending on the type of product and how it is used,
safety equipment such as dust masks, non-slip safety
shoes, safety helmets and ear protection reduce the risk
of personal injury.
● Avoid accidental starting. Check that the power switch is
in the OFF position before plugging in the plug or battery,
or lifting/carrying the product. Carrying a power tool with
your finger on the switch, or connecting a tool to the
mains supply when the switch is in the ON position,
increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
● Remove any adjuster keys and the like before starting the
product. Spanners or the like that are left in a rotating
part of the product can cause personal injury.
● Do not overreach. Always maintain a firm footing and
good balance. This ensures better control over the power
tool in unexpected situations.
● Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing
or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose-fitting clothing, jewellery and
long hair can get caught in moving parts.
● Check that the grass catcher is correctly installed and
working.
2.2.4 Use and care
● Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for the planned work. The power tool does the job better
and safer when used at the rate for which it was
designed.
● Do not use the power tool if it cannot be switched on and
off with the power switch. Power tools that cannot be
controlled with the power switch are dangerous and
must be repaired.
● Pull out the plug and/or remove the battery before
making any adjustments, changing accessories or
putting the power tool away. These safety precautions
reduce the risk of accidentally starting the power tool.
● Store power tools out of the reach of children when not in
use. Never allow children, or anyone who is unfamiliar
with the power tool and these instructions, to use the
tool. Power tools are dangerous if used by inexperienced
persons.
● Maintain and take good care of power tools. Check
before use that moving parts are properly adjusted and
do not jam, and that no parts are damaged. Check for
other factors that could affect the functionality of the
product. Have the product repaired before using it again.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
● Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
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cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
jam and are easier to control.
● Use the power tool, accessories and bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions, taking into account
the actual working conditions and the work that is to be
done. It can be dangerous to use power tools for
purposes other than those for which they are intended to
be used.
● Do not use the product if a handle or safety device is
dismantled or damaged. Do not dismantle the product or
attempt to modify or repair it – risk of personal injury
and/or material damage.
● Look around the work area for potential risks that you
might not notice when the product is in use.
● Do not use the product when other persons, especially
children, or pets, are in the vicinity.
● Be careful when working on slopes.
● Always maintain a firm footing and good balance, and
walk slowly.
● Work across slopes, never up and down.
● Be very careful when changing direction – risk of tripping.
● Do not mow very steep slopes.
● Be very careful when going backwards or pulling the
product towards you.
● Do not tilt the product when starting the motor.
● Stand at a safe distance behind the handle.
● Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts when
starting the motor.
● Switch off the product before tilting it and before moving
it, for example to and from the lawn or over paths.
● Never cross over gravel surfaces with the motor running
– risk of stones flying out.
● Switch off the product and wait until all moving parts
have completely stopped before lifting or carrying the
product.
● Switch off the product and wait until all moving parts
have completely stopped before adjusting the cutting
height.
● Never open the ejector flap when the motor is running.
● Switch off the product and wait until all moving parts
have completely stopped before removing the grass
catcher. Firmly replace the grass catcher after emptying.
● If possible, avoid cutting wet grass.