Safety Instructions - Hornbach FQ-ELH 2500 Handbuch

Safety Instructions

WARNING Read
warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
WARNING! When using electric gar-
den tools basic safety precautions,
should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
GENERAL
a) Become familiar with the instruc-
tion manual before attempting to
operate this machine.
b) Do not allow children to operate
this equipment. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the opera-
tor. When not in use store the ma-
chine out of reach of children.
c) This machine is not intended for
use by persons (including chil-
dren) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given su-
pervision or instruction concern-
ing use of the machine by a per-
son responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with
the machine.
d) Before switching on the appliance,
it must be assembled according
to the original instructions.
e) It is recommended to use a Re-
sidual Current Device (RCD) with a
tripping current of not more than
30 mA. Before use, always check
your RCD for function.
f) Only use extension cables that
comply with H07VV-F or H07RN-
F types and which are intended
for outdoor use and are protected
against splashes of water.
all safety g) Do not connect a damaged cord
to the supply or touch a damaged
cord before it is disconnected
from supply. A damaged cord
can lead to be contacted with live
parts.
h) Do not touch the plug or socket
with wet hands.
PREPARATION
a) Do not operate this equipment in
the vicinity of bystanders.
b) Other persons and animals should
remain at a distance of 3 metres or
more when the appliance is being
used. The operator is responsible
for third persons in the working
area.
c) Before
check that all screws, nuts, bolts
and other fasteners are prop-
erly secured and that guards and
screens are in place.
d) Replace damaged or unreadable
warning and operating labels.
e) Avoid wearing loose-fitting cloth-
ing, hanging cords or ties.
f) Only operate the machine in open
space (e.g. not close to a wall or
other fixed object) and on a firm,
level surface.
g) Do not operate the machine on
a paved or gravel surface where
ejected material could cause in-
jury.
h) Check if guards and protective
devices are undamaged and prop-
erly mounted. Before using, carry
out any necessary maintenance
and repairs.
OPERATION
a) Before starting the machine, look
into the intake opening to make
certain that it is empty.
b) Keep your face and body away
from the intake opening.
starting the machine,
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