Safety Instructions; Operator; Personal Protective Equipment - AL-KO BC 225 L-S Betriebsanleitung

Safety instructions

3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION!
Danger of hearing dam-
age
The appliance is extremely
loud during operation. This
can cause hearing dam-
age to the operator and to
persons and animals in the
vicinity.
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Only work when wear-
ing hearing protection.
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Maintain a safe distance
to persons or animals,
or switch off the appli-
ance if persons or anim-
als approach.
NOTE
It is essential to familiarise
yourself with the operation
of the appliance. In partic-
ular, learn how the appli-
ance can be immediately
stopped.

3.1 Operator

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Young people under 16 years
of age and people who do not
know the operating instruc-
tions are not allowed to use
the appliance. Heed any
country-specific safety regula-
tions concerning the minimum
age of the user.
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If you are working with such
an appliance for the first time:
Have the salesperson or an-
other expert explain the oper-
ation of the appliance. Or at-
tend a course.
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To operate the appliance, you
must be rested and in good
physical and mental health. If
you must not exert yourself for
health reasons, ask your doc-
tor whether it is possible to
work with this appliance.
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Do not operate the appliance
if you are under the influence
of alcohol, drugs or medica-
tion.
3.2 Personal protective
equipment
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Wear clothing and protective
equipment in accordance with
the regulations in order to
avoid injuries to the head and
limbs, as well as to avoid
hearing impairment.
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The clothing must be appro-
priate (tightly fitting) and must
not restrict movements.
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The personal protective
equipment comprises:
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Hearing protection (e.g. ear
defenders, especially when
working for than 2.5 hours
a day)
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Protective glasses
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