Additional Safety Warnings - Gardena PowerMax Li-40/41 Betriebsanleitung

Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the machine.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never operate the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Preparation
1. While operating the machine always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that
hanging cords or ties.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to
be used and remove all objects which can be thrown
by the machine.
3. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blade, blade bolt and the blade assembly are not
worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged com-
ponents in set to preserve balance. Replace dam-
aged or unreadable labels.
4. Before use check the supply and extension cord for
signs of damage or aging. If the cord becomes dam-
aged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCON-
NECTING THE SUPPLY. Do not use the machine if
the cord is damaged or worn.
Operation
1. Operate the machine only in daylight or in good
artificial light.
2. Avoid operating the machine in wet grass.
3. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
4. Walk, never run.
5. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
7. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
8. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine towards you.
9. Stop the blade(s) if the machine has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the machine to and
from area to be used.
10. Never operate the machine with defective guards or
shields, or without safety devices, for example deflec-
tors and/or grass collector, in place.
11. Switch on the motor carefully according to instruc-
tions and with feet well away from the blade(s).
12. Do not tilt the machine when switching on the motor,
except if the machine has to be tilted for starting. In
this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary
and lift only the part, which is away from the operator.
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13. Do not start the machine when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
14. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
15. Do not transport the machine while the power source
is running.
16. Stop the machine, and remove the disabling device.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a com-
plete stop
• whenever you leave the machine,
• before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
• before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine,
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the machine;
if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
• inspect for damage,
• replace or repair any damaged parts,
• check for and tighten any loose parts.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
machine is in safe working condition.
2. Check the grass collector frequently for wear or
deterioration.
3. On machines with multi blade, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades rotate.
4. Be careful during adjustment of the machine to pre-
vent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
5. Always allow the machine to cool down before
storing.
6. When servicing the blades be aware that, even
though the power source is switched off, the blades
can still be moved.
7. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only
genuine replacement parts and accessories.

Additional safety warnings

Battery safety
WARNING! Fire risk!
The battery to be charged must be placed on a non-
flammable, heat resistant and non-conductive surface
while charging.
Keep corrosive, flammable and easily combustible objects
clear of the battery charger and the battery. Do not cover
the battery charger and the battery while charging.
Disconnect the battery charger immediately in the event of
smoke formation or fire.
Only use the original GARDENA Charger to charge the
battery. The use of other battery chargers may damage
the batteries irreparably and even cause a fire.
If you notice fire: Extinguish the flames with oxygen reduc-
ing materials.
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