Normal Intended Use; Residual Risks; Safety Instructions - ATIKA RT 350 Bedienungsanleitung

Normal intended use

This lawn trimmer is designed for cutting grass and similar
soft vegetation and for trimming lawn edges in private and
hobby garden areas which are not accessible with an
lawnmower.
The device is not allowed to be used in public gardens,
parks, sports centres or at roadsides as well as in
agriculture and forestry.
This lawn trimmer is not allowed to be used for
cutting or chopping:
- hedges, shrubs and bushes,
- flowers,
- in terms of composting.
Otherwise, there is a risk of injury.
The intended usage also includes compliance with the
operating, servicing and repair conditions prescribed by
the manufacturer and following the safety instructions
included in the instructions.
The relevant accident prevention regulations for the
operation as well as the other generally acknowledged
occupational medicine and safety rules must be complied
with.
Any other use is deemed not to be use as prescribed. The
manufacturer is not liable for any type of damage resulting
from this: the user bears the sole risk.
Unauthorised modifications at the lawn trimmer will exempt
the manufacturer from any liability for damages of any kind
arising from this.
Only persons who are familiarised with the device and
informed about possible risks are allowed to prepare,
operate and service this device. Repair works may only be
carried out by us or by a customer service agent nominated
by us.
The machine may not be used in a potentially explosive
environment or be exposed to the rain.

Residual risks

Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the
relevant safety regulations are complied with due to the design
determined by the intended purpose.
Residual risks can be minimised if the "Safety information" and
the "Intended usage" as well as the whole of the operating
instructions are observed.
Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Risk of injury at fingers and hands by contact with the
rotating cutting thread.
Risk of injury at feet by contact with the cutting thread at a
no-covered area.
Stones and soil may be thrown off.
Risk from electricity, by using non-standard electrical
connections.
Touching live parts of opened electrical components.
Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for
longer periods of time without ear protection.
In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken,
non-obvious residual risks can still exist.

Safety instructions

When improperly handled a lawn trimmer may be
dangerous. If electrical tools are used, the fundamental
safety precautions must be met to preclude the risks of
fire, electric shock and injuries to persons.
Before commissioning this product, read and keep to the
following advice. Also observe the preventive regulations
of your professional association and the safety provisions
applicable in the respective country, in order to protect
yourself and others from possible injury.
Pass the safety instructions on to all persons who work
with the machine.
Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.
Make yourself familiar with the equipment before using it,
by reading and understanding the operating instructions.
Do not use the machine for unsuitable purposes (see
"Normal intended use").
Always work on nonskid and flat ground.
Avoid abnormal posture. Provide a safe standing
position and keep at any time the balance.
Be observant. Attend to what you do. Start working with
rationality. Do not use the device when you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicaments. One
moment of carelessness when using the device can result
in serious injuries.
Wear suitable work clothes:
− do not wear loose-fitting clothes or jewellery; they can
catch in moving parts.
− Gloves and nonskid footwear
− Trousers to protect the legs
Wear protective clothing:
− safety goggles
− ear protection (Sound intensity level at workplace can
exceed 85 dB (A))
Keep your workplace in an orderly condition! Untidiness
can result in accidents.
Be careful when stepping back. Risk of stumbling.
Before trimming, remove all foreign objects (e.g. stones,
branches, wires, etc.). While working watch out for further
foreign objects.
If you come across to foreign objects, please power off
the device and remove those foreign objects. However
before you restart the device, check it for possible
damages and have it repaired if necessary.
Take into consideration environmental influences:
− Do not use the device in moist or wet ambience.
− Do not use the device in rainy weather.
− Provide for good illumination.
Never leave the device unattended.
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