Parkside PBRM 39 C2 Bedienungs- Und Sicherheitshinweise Seite 10

WARNING
For your own safety, please thoroughly read this manual
and the general safety instructions before turning the prod-
uct on. If you give the product to third parties, always in-
clude these usage instructions.
Explanation of the signal words in the
operating manual
DANGER
Signal word to indicate an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
Signal word to indicate a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Signal word to indicate a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in mi-
nor or moderate injury.
ATTENTION
Signal word to indicate a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
product or property damage.
6 Safety instructions
Keep all safety information and instructions for future
reference!
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustra-
tions and specifications provided with this prod-
uct.
Failure to observe the following instructions can result in
serious injuries.
WARNING
Before you start working with the product, familiarise your-
self well with all the control parts.
– Practice using the product and have an experienced
user or specialist explain its function, how it works and
the techniques involved.
– Ensure that the product can be stopped immediately
in the event of an emergency.
– Improper use may cause severe injuries.
– In the event of an accident or a fault during operation,
switch the product off immediately.
Treat injuries properly or consult a doctor.
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Who is not permitted to use the product:
• Children and other people who do are not familiar with
the usage instructions (local stipulations may specify a
minimum age for users).
• People under the influence of alcohol, drugs and medi-
cation, as well as those who are tired or ill.
6.1 Safety instructions for hand-operated
lawnmowers
• Read the usage instructions with due care. Familiarise
yourself with the settings and proper operation of the
product.
• Never allow children or other persons who are unfamiliar
with the usage instructions to use the lawnmower. Contact
your local governmental agency for information regarding
minimum age requirements for operating the lawnmower.
• Never mow while people, especially children or animals
are nearby. Always keep in mind that the operator is re-
sponsible for accidents involving other persons and/or
their property.
• Only mow when visibility is good. It is necessary to keep
third parties away.
• If you hand the product over to another person, please
hand over this operating manual as well.
• Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers
when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in sandals.
• Check the terrain on which the product will be used and
remove all objects that could be caught up and violently
flung out of the chute (like stones, toys, sticks and wires
etc.).
• Switch off the engine, wait for it to stop and disconnect
the spark plug connector if
– you are leaving the product.
– You are removing blockages or obstructions.
– the product has been in contact with foreign objects.
– malfunctions and unusual vibrations occur on the
product.
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable:
• Only store fuel in containers (canisters) designed for this
purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.
• Fuel must be filled before starting the engine. While the
engine is running or immediately after switching off the
product, do not open the fuel filler cap or add fuel.
• If fuel overflows, no attempts should be made to start
the engine. Instead, the product must be removed from
the area contaminated with fuel. Do not try to start the
engine until the fuel vapours have evaporated.
• For safety reasons, the fuel tanks and other fuel caps
must be replaced if damaged.
• Never store fuel near a source of sparks. Always use a
tested canister. Keep fuel away from children.
• Replace defective silencers.
• Prior to use. always perform a visual inspection to
check whether the blade and fastening bolts are worn
out or damaged. To prevent an imbalance, worn out or
damaged blades and bolts may only be replaced in
sets.