Scheppach MP43-40Li Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 24

Safety notices for lawn mowers
General safety notices
• For your safety and the safety of others, read these
operating instructions and the safety notices be-
fore using the product. Safely store the operating
instructions and safety notices for future use and
keep them available for every use.
• Pass along the operating instructions if ownership
of the machine changes.
• Users of the machine must not be under the influ-
ence of intoxicants (e.g. alcohol, drugs or medica-
tion).
• Only ever use the machine in the technical condition
stipulated and supplied by the manufacturer. Unau-
thorised changes to the machine negate the manu-
facturer's liability for damages resulting from this.
• Use the machine in day light only or under good
artificial lighting.
• Use the machine in dry weather conditions only.
Keep it away from rain and wet conditions. Water
ingress into the machine increases the risk of an
electric shock
• Turn the machine off and remove the safety key
under the following conditions:
- when the machine is left unattended;
- before checking, cleaning or other work on the
machine;
- before removing blockages;
- if an obstacle was hit. Check the lawn mower for
damage and take it to a specialist service centre
if it is damaged;
- if the machine starts to vibrate excessively.
• Before use, always visually check whether the cut-
ting tools, fastening bolts and the entire cutting unit
are worn out or damaged. To avoid any imbalance,
worn or damaged cutting blades and fastening bolts
may only be replaced in sets. Worn or damaged
warning labels must be replaced.
Safety notices for Li-Ion batteries
• Do not open the battery. Risk of short-circuiting!
• Protect the battery from heat, e.g. from con-
stant sun exposure, and from fire, water and
humidity. Risk of explosion.
• Protect the battery from heat, e.g. from con-
stant sun exposure, and from fire, water and
humidity. Risk of explosion.
• When the battery has been damaged or it is
being used inappropriately, fumes can be re-
leased. Let fresh air in and consult a doctor if the
fumes cause you any problems. The fumes can
irritate the respiratory tract.
• Only use original batteries with the voltage
specified on the rating plate of your power
tool. If other batteries are used, e.g. imitations,
reconditioned batteries or products from third party
manufacturers, there is a risk of personal injury
as well as property damage based on exploding
batteries.
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• The battery voltage must correspond with the
battery charging voltage of the charger. Oth-
erwise, there is a risk of fire and explosion.
• The battery voltage must correspond with the
battery charging voltage of the charger. Oth-
erwise, there is a risk of fire and explosion.
• Charge the batteries only in chargers that have
been recommended by the manufacturer. There
is a risk of fire if a charger for a particular type of
battery is used for another type of battery.
• The battery can be damaged by sharp objects
such as a nail or screwdriver or by external ap-
plication of force. The battery may short-circuit and
start burning, smoking, exploding or
• Observe the operating manual and the safety
instructions enclosed with the rechargeable
battery or charging unit.
Warning! This electric tool generates an electro-
magnetic field during operation. This field can impair
active or passive medical implants under certain
conditions. In order to prevent the risk of serious or
deadly injuries, we recommend that persons with
medical implants consult with their physician and the
manufacturer of the medical implant prior to operat-
ing the electric tool.
Before use
• Before starting the work, make yourself familiar
with the lawn mower and its functions as well as
its operating elements.
• Check the machine for signs of wear or damage
before use. Never use a lawn mower with damaged
or missing safety devices such as discharge flap
and/or grass box, casing etc. Have these repaired
or, if applicable, replaced by a qualified expert.
• Do not use a machine that has a faulty switch and
cannot be turned on or off.
• When working with the machine, always wear stur-
dy footwear and long trousers. Do not use the lawn
mower when you are bare foot or wearing sandals.
• Check the area where you are using the machine
and remove all stone, sticks, wires, bones and
other objects that can be "snatched" so there is
no danger to bystanders.
During use
• Do not use the machine when there are people (es-
pecially children) or animals close by.
• Stop the work when you notice that people (espe-
cially children) or pets are close by.
• Working on steep slopes can be dangerous.
- Ensure secure footing and mow slowly.
- Always mow across the slope rather than up and
down.
- Be especially careful when changing direction.
Risk of tripping!
- Do not mow steep hillsides.
• Be particularly careful when going backwards whilst
mowing and pulling the mower towards you.
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when turning on the motor.
overheating.