Safety Instructions - Scheppach XXL900 Bedienungs- Und Sicherheitshinweise Originalbetriebsanleitung

Please note that our products were not designed
with the intention of use for commercial or industrial
purposes. We assume no guarantee if the product is
used in commercial or industrial applications, or for
equivalent work.

5. Safety instructions

General safety instructions
• The user is responsible for accidents and hazards
that cause damage to other people or their prop-
erty.
• Children, persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, or persons unfamiliar with the instruc-
tions for operating the machine are not allowed to
use the machine. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the user.
• Never connect the power supply unit to a socket if
the plug or cable is damaged.
• Worn or damaged cables increase the risk of an
electric shock.
• Only charge the rechargeable batteries in the
charging station supplied. Incorrect use may re-
sult in electric shocks, overheating or leakage of
corrosive liquid from the rechargeable battery.
Rinse with water/neutralising agent in the event of
electrolyte leakage. In the event of contact with the
eyes, please seek immediate medical attention.
• Only use manufacturer's recommended original
rechargeable battery. Product safety can only be
guaranteed when original rechargeable batteries
are used. Do not use batteries that are not re-
chargeable.
• The product must be disconnected from the mains
when removing the rechargeable battery.
Safety instructions - operation
• The product must only be used with the equipment
recommended by the manufacturer. Other types of
use are not permitted. The manufacturer's instruc-
tions regarding operation/maintenance must be
strictly adhered to.
• When using the product in public areas, warning
signs must be placed around the work area. These
signs must bear the following text:
"Warning! Robot mower! Keep your distance!
Children must be supervised!"
• Switch the product off if there is anyone (in par-
ticular children) or any animals within the working
range. It is recommended to program the product to
operate during times when there is no activity in the
area, e.g. at night. Note that certain animals, e.g.
hedgehogs, are nocturnal. They could potentially
be injured by the product.
• Children are not allowed in the working area dur-
ing operation.
• Children are forbidden to play with the product,
both out of and in use
• Always ensure that the product is switched off
when carrying it. Not with arms outstretched but al-
ways against the body. Ensure you have a secure
footing.
• Do not run while transporting the unit. Walk careful-
ly and always make sure you have a secure footing.
• Always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers
when using the product.
• Do not operate the device in bad weather condi-
tions, especially during thunderstorms. There is a
danger of lightning strike.
• Use a residual current circuit breaker with a trigger
current of 30 mA or less. Using a fault-current cir-
cuit breaker reduces the risk of an electric shock.
• ATTENTION: The extension cable as well as the
mains cable must be outside the working area to
ensure that it is not damaged.
• The product may only be operated, maintained and
repaired by persons who are fully familiar with its
characteristics and the safety regulations to be
observed during use. Read the operating manual
carefully and familiarise yourself with the contents
before using the product.
• It is not permitted to change the original design of
the product. All changes in this regard are made at
the user's own risk.
• Make sure that there are no foreign objects such
as stones, branches, tools or toys on the lawn. The
blades can be damaged if they collide with for-
eign objects. Always switch off the product with the
POWER ON/OFF button before removing a block-
age. Check the product for damage before operat-
ing it again.
• If the product starts to vibrate abnormally, always
switch it off with the main switch or POWER ON/
OFF button and check for damage before operat-
ing it again.
• Start the product in accordance with the instruc-
tions. When the product is switched on, make sure
that your hands and feet are not near the rotating
blades. Keep your hands and feet away from the
underside of the product.
• Never touch moving dangerous components, such
as the blade disc, before they have come to a com-
plete stop.
• Do not lift the product or carry it around when it is
switched on.
• Do not let anyone operate the product who does
not know how it works and behaves.
• The product must not collide with persons or oth-
er living creatures. If a person or other living crea-
ture enters the travel path of the product, it must be
stopped immediately.
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