Storage For Prolonged Periods Without Operation; Warning - Dangers Caused By Electrical Current; Disposal - Viking ME 443 Gebrauchsanleitung

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.
Always keep warning and information
stickers clean and readable. Damaged or
missing stickers must be replaced by new,
original plates from your VIKING specialist
dealer. If a component is replaced with a
new component, ensure that the new
component is provided with the same
stickers.
Only perform work on the cutting unit when
wearing thick work gloves and exercising
extreme care.
Ensure that all nuts, pins and screws (in
particular the blade fastening screw) are
securely tightened so that the machine is
in a safe operating condition.
Check the complete machine and the
grass catcher box for wear or damage on
a regular basis, particularly before
extended periods when the machine is not
in use (e.g. over winter). For safety
reasons, worn or damaged parts must be
replaced immediately to ensure that the
machine is always in a safe operating
condition.
Components or guards that are removed
for maintenance operations must be
properly reinstalled immediately.
Regularly check that the mowing blade is
securely fastened and is not damaged or
worn.
4.7 Storage for prolonged periods
without operation
Store the cooled machine in a dry and
locked place.
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Ensure that the machine is protected from
unauthorised use (e.g. by children).
Thoroughly clean the machine before
storage (e.g. winter break).
Store the machine in good operational
condition.
4.8 Warning – dangers caused by
electrical current
Warning:
Risk of electric shock!
Particularly important for
electrical safety are the
power cable, mains 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. Check the power cable
in particular for damage and ageing.
Maintenance and repair work on power
cables must only be performed by
specially qualified technicians.
Danger of electric shock!
Do not connect a damaged cable to the
mains and only touch a damaged cable
once it has been disconnected 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.
Only touch the cutting units (blades) when
the machine is disconnected from the
mains.
Always ensure that the power cables used
are adequately protected by a fuse.
Although the motor is
splashproof, do not use the
machine when it is raining or in
wet environments.
Only use extension cables that are
insulated against moisture for outdoor use
which are suitable for use with the
machine ( 11.1).
Keep the electric cable away from the
blade when mowing.
Detach electric cables at the plug and
socket and not by pulling on the electric
cable.
It must be noted that current fluctuations
can damage the machine when it is
connected to a power generator.
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.
For reasons of electrical safety, the electric
cable must always be correctly installed on
the handlebar.

4.9 Disposal

Ensure that old machines are properly
disposed of. Render the machine
unusable prior to disposal. In order to
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