Transport; Preparations; Mowing Procedure - Viking ME 339 Gebrauchsanleitung

Caution: Danger to health due
to vibrations.
Excessive exposure to vibrations
can result in damage to the
cardiovascular or nervous system,
particularly in persons with cardiovascular
problems. Please consult a physician if
you experience symptoms that may have
been caused by vibrational loads.
Symptoms of this kind principally affect the
fingers, hands or wrists and include
(incomplete list):
– numbness,
– pain,
– muscular weakness,
– skin discolouration,
– unpleasant tingling sensation.

4.2 Transport

Always wear gloves to prevent
injuries from sharp-edged
components.
Switch off the machine prior to transport,
disconnect the power cable and allow the
blade to come to a standstill.
Note the information in the "Transport"
section ( 13.) when lifting the machine.
Take the weight of the machine into
account and use suitable loading aids
(loading ramps, lifters) if necessary.
Avoid contact with the blade when lifting
and carrying the machine.
Only transport the machine once the motor
has cooled down.
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Secure the machine and any machine
components being transported (e.g. grass
catcher box) on the load floor using
adequately-dimensioned fastening
material (belts, ropes etc.).
When transporting the machine, always
observe regional legislation, especially
regarding load security and the transport
of objects on load floors.

4.3 Preparations

Persons who are not familiar with the
instruction manual are not permitted to use
the machine.
Observe the local regulations regarding
permitted operating times for gardening
power tools.
Always wear robust shoes and
long trousers when mowing.
Never mow barefoot or in
sandals.
Carefully inspect the complete area on
which the machine is to be used and
remove any large stones, sticks, wires,
bones or other foreign objects which could
be thrown up by the machine.
Before use, perform a visual check to
ensure that the cutting tool, fastening
screws and entire cutting unit are in good
condition, check particuarly for secure
seating, damage and wear (
Replace all worn or damaged parts before
using the machine. Replace any illegible or
damaged danger signs and warnings on
the machine. Your VIKING dealer has a
stock of replacement stickers.
Never switch the motor on without a
correctly installed blade. Risk of motor
overheating.
Never use the mower with damaged safety
devices, without functioning motor brake
or attached safety devices, e.g. without the
discharge flap or the grass-catching unit.
For safety reasons, always use an
undamaged grass catcher box.
The switch mechanisms installed in the
machine must not be removed or
bypassed (e.g. by tying the motorstop
lever to the handlebar).
Observe the instructions in section
"Warning - dangers caused by electrical
current" ( 4.6).

4.4 Mowing procedure

Keep others, particularly
children, and animals out of the
danger area. Make sure that
others are not endangered.
Do not mow at ambient temperatures
below +5°C (41°F).
Never mow wet grass or mow in the rain.
The risk of accidents is higher if the grass
is wet (increased danger of slipping for
operator).
Only mow during the day or when there is
enough light.
Place the machine on an even surface for
start-up. The machine must not be tilted
when starting the engine.
12.5).
Exercise care when starting the motor.
Observe the instructions in section "Initial
operation of the machine" (
your feet a safe distance from the cutting
tool.
11.). Keep
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