Preliminary Operations - GGP ITALY SBL 2600 Manual Del Usuario

SAFETY WARNINGS
ELECTRIC BLOWER / VACUUM
SAFETY WARNINGS
A) TRAINING
1) Read the instructions carefully. Become
acquainted with the controls and the proper use of the
machine. Learn how to stop the motor quickly.
2) Only use the machine for the purpose for which it
was designed, namely
– the movement and accumulation, by blowing, of
leaves, grass, debris of various limited weight and
modest dimensions.
– Vacuum collection of leaves, grass, various debris of
limited weight and modest dimensions, excluding liq-
uids of any kind.
The machine must not be used for accumulation and
collection of inflammable or explosive products, hot
embers or combustion material without a flame, lit cig-
arettes, pieces of glass, sharp objects, metal objects,
stones and any other object that could be dangerous to
the operator and others.
Any other use may be dangerous and damage the ma-
chine.
3) Never allow children or persons unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the minimum age of the operator.
4) These machines can be used by children from 8
years old on up, and by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or with a lack of experi-
ence and/or awareness, if they are controlled by some-
one or after being educated about how to use the ma-
chine safely and having understood the potential
dangers. Children are forbidden to play with the ma-
chine. User cleaning and maintenance duties cannot be
performed by children.
5) Never use the machine:
– if the user is tired or unwell, or has taken medicine,
drugs, alcohol or any substances which may slow his
reflexes and compromise his judgement.
6) If the machine is sold or lent to others, make sure that
the operator looks over the user instructions contained
in this manual.
7) Bear in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
B) PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
1) Always wear adequate clothing which does not ham-
per movements when using the machine.
– Always wear slim-fitting protective clothes, anti-vi-
bration gloves, protective goggles, half-mask respi-
rator, protective earplugs, anti-shear safety boots
with non–slip soles.
– Never wear scarves, shirts, necklaces or any hanging
or flapping accessory that could catch in the ma-
chine.
– Tie your hair back if it is long.
2) Before using the machine, carry out an accurate in-
spection of the machines efficiency and in particular:
– the motor stop switch must easily move from one po-
sition to the other;
– the machine handgrips and protection devices must
be clean and dry and well fastened to the machine;
– the guards must never be damaged;
– the rotor must never be damaged;
– the bag must never be damaged.
3) Thoroughly inspect the whole work area and re-
move anything that could be projected by the machine
(when used as a blower) or block the vacuum tube
(when used as vacuum collector) or be a hazardous
source (stones, branches, iron wire, bones etc.).
C) OPERATION
1) Do not mount equipment or accessories on the ma-
chine not foreseen or approved by the manufacturer.
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
3) Never use the machine:
– without mounting all the accessories foreseen for
each use (as blower or vacuum collector);
– when people, especially children or pets are nearby;
– in confined spaces, in the presence of fumes, in an
explosive environment or close to inflammable ma-
terials or electrical equipment.
4) Take on a firm and well-balanced position:
– where possible, avoid working on wet, slippery
ground or in any case on uneven or steep ground that
does not guarantee stability for the operator;
– never run, but walk carefully paying attention to the lay
of the ground and any eventual obstacles;
– assess the potential risks of the ground to be mown
and take all necessary precautions to ensure your
own safety, especially on slopes or on bumpy, slip-
pery or unstable ground.
5) Make sure the machine is securely locked when
you start the motor:
– check that there is nobody within at least 15 metres
of the machine's range of action;
6) Do not strain the machine too much and do not use
a small machine for heavy-duty works. If you use the
right machine, you will reduce the risk of hazards and im-
prove the quality of your work.
7) Ensure the machine does not come into contact with
foreign bodies and possible flying debris and dust be-
ing thrown up by the air; do not direct the air jet in the di-
rection of people or animals.
8) Never insert objects into the vaccum inlet (when be-
ing used as vacuum collector) and avoid the intake of
large objects that could damage the rotor.
9) During use keep your hands well away from the in-
take grille and from the air outlet and do not obstruct the
air vents.
10) Stop the motor:
– when mounting or removing accessories for blowing
or collecting:
– whenever you leave the machine unattended;
– during movements between work areas.
11) Stop the motor and unplug the machine from the
mains:
– before cleaning, checking or working on the machine;
– after the intake of a foreign body. Inspect the machine
for any damage and make repairs before restarting it
again;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally;
– when the machine is not in use.
12) To avoid the risk of fire, do not leave the machine
with the motor hot on leaves, dry grass or other inflam-
mable material.
13) – Keep the cable behind and away from the ma-
chine.
– If a cable is damaged during use, immediately dis-
connect it from the network. DO NOT TOUCH THE
CABLE UNTIL IT IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
NETWORK.
– Never blow dirt in other people's direction.
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