Stiga PARK MIRAGE 5.0 Bedienungsanleitung Seite 13

1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 GENERAL
• Please read through these instructions carefully.
Learn all the controls and the correct use of the
machine.
• Before use, all drivers must apply for and re-
ceive practical training in the operation of the
machine. Particular emphasis should be placed
on the fact that:
a. The use of ride-on lawnmowers requires care
and concentration.
b. On slopes, it is not possible to control a slid-
ing ride-on lawnmower by braking. The main
reasons for losing control are insufficient trac-
tion, excessively high speed, insufficient brak-
ing, the machine not being suited to the task,
lack of attention to the surface or incorrect use
as a towing vehicle.
• Never let children or anyone who is not familiar
with these instructions to use the machine. Lo-
cal regulations may impose restrictions as re-
gards the age of the driver.
• Never use the machine if others, particularly
children or animals, are in the vicinity.
• Remember that the driver is responsible for ac-
cidents that happen to other people or their
property.
• Do not let children or other passengers to ride
with you on the machine. They might fall off
and be seriously injured, or they might prevent
the machine being driven safely.
• Do not use the machine if you are under the in-
fluence of alcohol, drugs or medication. Neither
should you use it when you are tired or feeling
unwell.
1.2 BATTERIES
• Protect the batteries' connections. The metal
components of a battery are always live, never
place tools or other metal objects on the battery.
• Contact with a battery can be lethal.
• In the event of a short circuit very high outputs
and currents can occur. These are dangerous, le-
thal and can cause fires. It is therefore extreme-
ly important that all instructions regarding the
batteries are followed.
• Check the tightening torque of the connection
screws of the battery at least once a month. The
torque should be 11-14 Nm.
• Never touch the battery poles. All work on the
batteries must be carried out by authorised
workshops. Risk of burn injury and fire.
ENGLISH
• Work on the batteries must only be carried out
by authorised workshops.
• The battery contains acid. Acid may leak out in
the event of mechanical damage or overcharg-
ing.
• Never overcharge the batteries. Overcharging
can cause a battery to explode and disperse the
acid in all directions.
• Acid that comes into contact with eyes or skin
causes serious injury. If you come into contact
with acid, immediately rinse with water and
contact a doctor.
• If your eyes have come into contact with acid,
flush the eyes with cold water for at least 20
minutes, contact a doctor immediately and
wash the skin.
• Acid fumes that are inhaled can cause injury to
mucous membranes and other internal organs.
Contact a doctor if acid fumes have been in-
haled.
• Acid causes serious damage to tools, clothing
and other materials. In the event of acid spill-
age, rinse with plenty of water.
• Do not short circuit the battery's terminals.
Sparks occur which can result in fire. Do not
wear metal jewellery that can come into contact
with the battery terminals.
• In the event of damage to the battery, it should
be replaced.
• The battery contains toxic material. Do not
damage the battery casing. If the casing is dam-
aged, avoid contact with the content of the bat-
tery.
• Do not throw out old, defective batteries with
the rubbish. Contact the local authorities for
correct waste management.
1.3 PREPARATIONS
• Wear strong shoes and long trousers when using
the machine. Do not operate the machine bare-
foot or wearing sandals.
• Wear appropriate clothing when using the ma-
chine. Do not wear loose, hanging clothes, jew-
ellery, scarves, ties, etc., which can get caught
in rotating parts. Tie up long hair.
• Carefully check the area that is to be cut. Re-
move all loose stones, sticks, steel wire and oth-
er foreign objects that the machine could throw
out.
• Before use, always check that blades and
mounting devices are not worn or damaged. Re-
place worn or damage parts as a set so that the
correct balance is maintained.
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