General Safety Information - Scheppach SG1600i Original Bedienungsanleitung

Other general occupational health and safety-related
rules and regulations must be observed.
The liability of the manufacturer and resulting damages
are excluded in the event of modifications of the ma-
chine.
The machine may only be operated with original parts
and original accessories from the manufacturer.
The safety, operating and maintenance specifications
of the manufacturer, as well as the dimensions speci-
fied in the technical data, must be observed.
Please observe that our equipment was not designed
with the intention of use for commercial or industrial
purposes. We assume no guarantee if the equipment
is used in commercial or industrial applications, or for
equivalent work.
The device is intended for use by adults. Children over
the age of 16 may use the tool except under supervi-
sion. The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused
by an improper use or incorrect operation of this de-
vice.

5. General safety information

We have marked points in these operating instruc-
tions that impact your safety with this symbol: m
Furthermore, the operating manual contains other im-
portant text sections that are marked with the word "AT-
TENTION!".
m Attention!
When using equipment, several safety warnings must
be observed to prevent injuries and damage. For this
reason, please carefully read this operating manual /
safety instructions. If the device is handed over to an-
other person, hand over the operating and safety in-
structions with it. We accept no liability for accidents
or damage that occur due to a failure to observe this
manual and the safety instructions.
m DANGER
A failure to observe these instructions poses an ex-
treme danger of death or the risk of life-threatening
injuries.
m WARNING
A failure to observe these instructions poses a danger
of death or the risk of serious injuries.
m CAUTION
A failure to observe these instructions poses a minor to
moderate risk of injury.
m NOTE
A failure to observe these instructions poses a risk of
damage to the engine or other property.
1. It is prohibited to make any modifications to the
power generator.
2. The manufacturer's preset speed must not be
changed. Power generators or connected devices
may be damaged.
3. Danger of poisoning! Exhaust gases, fuel and lu-
bricants are poisonous, exhaust gases may not be
inhaled.
4. Fire risk! Petrol and fuel vapours are highly flam-
mable or explosive.
5. Do not operate the power generator in unventilated
rooms or in highly flammable environments. If the
power generator is to be operated in well-ventilated
rooms, the exhaust gases must be discharged di-
rectly outside via an exhaust gas hose.
6. Toxic exhaust gases can also escape when operat-
ing an exhaust hose. Because of the risk of fire, the
exhaust hose must never be directed at flammable
materials.
7. Never operate the power generator in rooms with
highly flammable substances.
8. Hot surfaces! Danger of burns, do not touch ex-
haust system and drive unit.
9. Do not touch any mechanically moving or hot parts.
Do not remove any protective covers.
10. Protective equipment! Use suitable hearing pro-
tection when you are near the device.
11. Only original parts may be used for maintenance
and accessories.
12. Repair and adjustment work may only be carried
out by authorised specialist personnel.
13. Protect yourself from electrical hazards.
14. Never touch the power generator with wet hands.
15. Only use approved and appropriately identified ex-
tension cables for use outdoors (H07RN).
16. When using extension cables, their total length
must not exceed 60 m for 1.5 mm² and 100 m for
2.5 mm².
17. Never operate the power generator during rain or
snowfall.
18. Always switch off the engine during transport and
refuelling.
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