General Safety Precautions; Electrical Safety; Safety Precautions During Use - Cocraft DB5013 Bedienungsanleitung

General safety precautions

• The snow blower must not be used by anyone (including children) suffering from physical or mental
impairment. This product should not be used by anyone that has not read the instruction manual unless they
have been instructed in its use by someone who will take responsibility for their safety.
• Read carefully through the instructions and inform yourself about all controls and functions and how to
correctly use the snow blower.
• Never let children or others who do not have the adequate knowledge of these instructions use
the snow blower. Local ordinances can have restrictions regarding the user's age.
• Remember that the user/driver is always ultimately responsible for accidents caused by use of the snow blower.
• Be careful not to fall or slip, especially when the snow blower is in reverse.
• Never use the snow blower whilst under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicine. Do not use the product
if you are tired or sick.
• The snow blower must only be repaired by qualified staff and only using original parts.
• Never use accessories not approved for use by the manufacturer or the retailer where the snow blower
was purchased.
Preparations
• Make sure that the area being cleared is free from loose and foreign objects.
• Remove all service tools/keys before switching the snow blower on. A spanner or other tool which has been
left on a rotating part of the blower could result in an injury.
• Make sure that the controls are easily manoeuvrable and that they return to their original position when released.
• Pre-plan the area to be cleared in order to avoid personal or property damage by flying objects.
• Never use the snow blower without proper clothing. Use appropriate footwear with solid traction especially in
slippery conditions.
• Under no circumstances may maintenance and service be performed when the engine is on
(unless otherwise instructed in the instruction manual).
• Always use safety glasses or a visor when operating or carrying out maintenance on the snow blower.
• Let the snow blower adjust to outdoor temperatures before use.

Electrical safety

• If using an extension lead, make sure that it is designed for outdoor use.
• Never modify an extension lead or its plug in any way. Unmodified plugs and suitable wall sockets minimize
the risk of electric shocks.
• Do not abuse the mains lead. Never use the mains lead or extension lead to pull or jerk the plug from the wall
socket. Keep electrical leads away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Never use a damaged
mains or extension lead.
• Never use the snow blower if its on/off switch is damaged or malfunctioning. Make sure that it is repaired by
a qualified electrician before using it.

Safety precautions during use

• Make sure to keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Avoid the discharge chute.
• The snow blower cannot be used for any other purpose than for removing snow.
• Be careful when using on gravel paths, pavement and roads. Be attentive for possible hazards and
nearby traffic. Avoid steep inclines.
• Never point the discharge chute towards public roads or traffic.
• Stop the engine immediately if you have struck a foreign object. Inspect the machine carefully after such
an incident. Do not reuse the snow blower until any possible damage has been repaired.
• If the snow blower begins to vibrate abnormally, turn off the engine immediately and find the cause.
Vibrations are normally a sign of problems.
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