Warning - Dangers Caused By Electrical Current - Viking ME 339 Gebrauchsanleitung

VIKING recommends the use of genuine
VIKING tools, genuine accessories and
genuine spare parts. Their properties are
optimally adapted to the machine and the
user's requirements.
Genuine VIKING spare parts can be
recognised by the VIKING spare parts
number, by the VIKING lettering and, if
present, by the VIKING spare parts
symbol. On smaller parts, only the symbol
may be present.
Ensure that all nuts, pins and bolts are
securely tightened, so that the machine is
in a safe operating condition.
Check the grass-catching unit regularly for
wear, damage or for loss of functionality.
If the cutting tool or the lawn mower hits an
obstacle or a foreign object, the motor
must be switched off, the plug
disconnected, and an inspection
performed by a specialist.
Replace danger signs and warnings on the
machine which have become illegible.
Your VIKING dealer has a stock of
replacement stickers.
The power cable should only be repaired
or replaced by authorised electricians.
In order to prevent fire hazards, keep the
area around the air vents between the
motor cover and housing free from
e.g. grass, straw, moss, leaves or
emerging grease.
Components or guards that are removed
for maintenance operations must be
properly reinstalled immediately.
Carefully clean the lawn mower following
use. Never use high-pressure cleaners
and do not clean the lawn mower under
running water (e.g. using a garden hose).
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents.
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These cleaners can damage plastics and
metals, impairing the safe operation of
your VIKING machine.
Check the entire machine for wear or
damage on a regular basis, particularly
before extended periods when the
machine is not in use (over winter).
Replace worn or damaged parts to ensure
that the machine is always in a safe
operating condition.
Store the cooled lawn mower safely in a
dry, locked place that is inaccessible to
children.
4.6 Warning – dangers caused by
electrical current
Caution: Danger of electric
shock! Particularly important for
electrical safety are the mains
cable, plug, on/off switch and
electric cable. Damaged cables,
connectors and plugs, or electric cables
that do not conform to regulations must not
be used, to prevent any risk of electric
shocks. Therefore, check the electric cable
regularly for signs of damage or ageing
(brittleness).
Never use a damaged extension cable.
Replace defective cables with new ones
and never repair extension cables.
Never use the machine if the cables are
damaged or worn.
Danger of electric shock!
Do not connect a damaged cable to the
mains and do not touch a damaged cable
before disconnecting it from the mains.
Danger of electric shock!
Damaged cables, connectors and plugs,
or electric cables which do not conform
with regulations may not be used.
Keep the electric cable away from the
blade when mowing.
Only use extension cables that are
insulated against moisture for outdoor use
which are suitable for use with the
machine ( 11.1).
Although the drive motor is
splashproof, do not use the lawn
mower when it is raining or in wet
environments.
Do not leave the machine unprotected in
the rain.
Detach electric cables at the plug and
socket and not by pulling on the electric
cable.
Only connect the machine to a power
supply that is protected by means of a
residual current-operated protective
device with a release current of a
maximum of 30 mA. Your electrician can
provide further information.
It must be noted that current fluctuations
can damage the lawn mower when the
machine is connected to a power
generator.
Always ensure that the power cables used
are adequately protected by a fuse.
For reasons of electrical safety, the electric
cable must always be correctly installed on
the handlebar ( 7.2).
4.7 Disposal
Ensure that old machines are properly
disposed of. Render the machine
unusable prior to disposal. In order to
prevent accidents, ensure that you remove
the power supply cable or the electric
cable from the on/off switch to the motor.
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