Safety Requirements; Safety Regulations; Preliminary Operations - Stiga T 26 J Gebrauchsanweisung

32. Throttle control
33. Throttle lockout
34. Starter grip
35. Choke
36. Primer
37. Throttle shutter (if provided)
38. Fuel mixture tank cap
The example of the conformity declaration is
found in the penultimate page of the manual.
DESCRIPTION OF EXPLANATORY
SYMBOLS (where applicable)
41. Fuel mixture tank
42. Engine stop switch positions
a = stop
b = running
43. Choke
44. Primer
45. Cutting device rotation direction

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Your machine must be used carefully. Symbols
have therefore been placed on various parts of
the machine to remind you of the main precau-
tions to be taken. Their meaning is explained
below. You are also asked to carefully read the
safety regulations in the specific chapter of this
manual.
Replace damaged or illegible labels.
51. Warning! Danger. The failure to use this ma-
chine correctly can be hazardous for oneself
and others.
52. Read the instruction manual before using
the machine.
53. Anyone operating the machine under nor-
mal conditions for continuous daily use may
be exposed to a noise level equal to or ex-
ceeding 85 dB (A). Wear ear protectors,
safety goggles and a protective helmet.
54. Projectile object hazard! Keep any people
or pets at least 15 m away when using the
machine!
55. Maximum cutting device speed. Only use
suitable cutting devices.
56. Do not use pointed, rigid or metal blades or
circular saw blades.
57. Only one cutting line head can be used on
this machine.
58. Warning! Petrol is flammable. Allow engine
to cool at least 2 minutes before refuelling.
59. Warning! Keep away from hot surfaces.

SAFETY REGULATIONS

to be observed scrupulously
A) TRAINING
1) WARNING! Read these instructions care-
fully before operating the machine.
Become acquainted with the controls and the
proper use of the machine. Learn how to stop the
engine quickly. Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
2) Never allow children or persons unfamil-
iar with these instructions to use the machine.
Local laws can restrict the minimum age of the
operator.
3) Never operate while people, especially chil-
dren, or pets are nearby.
4) Never use the machine if the user is tired or
unwell, or has taken medicine, drugs, alcohol or
any substances which may slow his reflexes and
compromise his judgement.
5) Bear in mind that the operator or user is re-
sponsible for accidents or unexpected events
occurring to other people or their property. It is
the user's responsibility to assess the potential
risk of the area where work is to be carried out,
and to take all the necessary precautions to en-
sure his own safety and that of others, particu-
larly on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable
ground.
6) If the machine is sold or lent to others, make
sure that the operator looks over the user in-
structions contained in this manual.
7) Before tackling a mowing job for the first time
it is advisable to gain the necessary familiar-
ity with the machine and the most suitable cut-
ting techniques, finding out how to wear the har-
nesses correctly, firmly gripping the machine
and maki
ng the movements required by the job.
B) PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
1) Always wear adequate clothing which does
not hamper movements when using the ma-
chine.
– Always wear slim-fitting protective clothes,
anti-vibration gloves, protective goggles, half-
mask respirator, protective earplugs, anti-
shear safety boots with non–slip soles.
– Never wear scarves, shirts, necklaces or any
hanging or flapping accessory that could
catch in the machine.
– Tie your hair back if it is long.
2) Thoroughly inspect the entire work area and
remove anything that could be thrown by the
machine or damage the cutting means (stones,
branches, iron wire, bones, etc.).
3) Before using the machine, check its general
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