Scheppach MS40-42Li Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 22

During use
• Do not use the machine when there are people
(especially children) or animals close by.
• Stop the work when you notice that people (espe-
cially children) or pets are close by.
• Working on steep slopes can be dangerous.
- Ensure secure footing and mow slowly.
- Always mow across the slope rather than up
and down.
- Be especially careful when changing direction.
Risk of tripping!
- Do not mow steep hillsides.
• Be particularly careful when going backwards
whilst mowing and pulling the mower towards you.
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when turning on the
motor.
• Maintain the safety distance specified by the han-
dle frame.
• Only turn on the motor when your feet are at a safe
distance from the cutter bar.
• Be careful and do not put your hands into the rotat-
ing cutter bar.
• Turn off the lawn mower when you want to tilt or
transport it, e.g. from/to the lawn across paths.
• Never go across gravel with the motor running.
Risk of stones being ejected!
• Before lifting or carrying the lawn mower, turn the
motor off and wait until the cutter bar has come to
a standstill.
• Only ever change the cutting height when the mo-
tor is turned off and the cutter bar is not moving.
• Never open the discharge flap when the motor is
running.
• Before removing the grass box, turn off the motor
and wait for the cutter bar to stop moving. After
emptying the grass box, carefully re-attach it and
ensure it fits securely.
• If possible, do not cut wet grass.
• Do not use this gardening machine in explosive en-
vironments with flammable liquids, gases or dust.
The machine can generate sparks that may ignite
the dust or fumes.
• When taking a break from your work, do not leave
the machine unattended but store it in a safe place.
After use
• Turn off the machine, remove the safety key and
store the lawn mower in a safe place.
• Do not store the machine within the reach of chil-
dren.
• Ensure that the ventilation slots are clean.
• Check the tightness of all screws, nuts and bolts
to guarantee that the lawn mower is in a safe con-
dition.
• Regularly check the grass box for wear and tear.
• Exclusively use cutter bars intended for this lawn
mower.
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• Spare parts must comply with requirements speci-
fied by the manufacturer. Therefore, only ever use
original spare parts or spare parts approved by
the manufacturer. During replacement, remove the
battery and observe the installation instructions
supplied.
• Have repairs carried out exclusively by a qualified
expert or specialist service centre.
Safety notices for the charger
• Keep the charger away from rain and wet con-
ditions. Water ingress into the charger increases
the risk of an electric shock.
• Keep the charger clean. Dirt increases the risk
of an electric shock.
• Before every use, check the charger, cable and
plug. Do not use the charger if you notice any
damage. Do not open the charger yourself but
have it repaired exclusively by qualified spe-
cialists and only with original spare parts.
Damaged chargers, cables and plugs increase
the risk of electric shock. Do not place objects on
the charger and do not put the charger on soft
surfaces. Risk of fire
• Always check if the mains voltage corresponds
with the voltage specified on the rating plate
of the charger.
• Never use the charger if the cable, plug or the
charger itself have been damaged by external
influences. Take the charger to the nearest spe-
cialist service centre
• Do not open the charger under any circum-
stances. In the event of a fault, take it to a spe-
cialist service centre.
Safety notices for Li-Ion batteries
• Do not open the battery. Risk of short-circuiting!
• Protect the battery from heat, e.g. from con-
stant sun exposure, and from fire, water and
humidity. Risk of explosion.
• When the battery has been damaged or it is
being used inappropriately, fumes can be re-
leased. Let fresh air in and consult a doctor if the
fumes cause you any problems. The fumes can
irritate the respiratory tract.
• If used incorrectly, liquid may leak from the bat-
tery. Avoid contact with it. In case of accidental
contact, rinse with water. If the fluid gets in
your eyes, seek additional medical attention.
Leaking battery liquid may cause skin irritation or
burns.
• Only use original batteries with the voltage
specified on the rating plate of your power
tool. If other batteries are used, e.g. imitations,
reconditioned batteries or products from third party
manufacturers, there is a risk of personal injury
as well as property damage based on exploding
batteries.