ATIKA VT 32 Manual De Instrucciones página 18

Make yourself familiar with the equipment before using it, by
reading and understanding the operating instructions.
Be attentive. Be careful what you do. Behave sensibly when
working. Do not use the device when you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medicaments. One moment of
carelessness when using the device can result in serious
injuries.
Do not use the device for purposes it is not intended for (see
"Intended use").
Familiarize yourself with your environment and pay attention to
possible dangers which you may not be able to hear because of
the motor noise.
Within his area of work the operator is responsible for third
parties.
Do not allow children to play with this machine.
Do not allow children to perform cleaning and maintenance
tasks.
Keep bystanders and animals away from your working area.
Do not allow other persons, especially children, to touch the tool
or cable.
Switch off the machine if persons, in particular children or pets,
are close to you or if you change your working area.
Never leave the device unattended.
Wear protective clothing:
− safety goggles
− ear protection (Sound intensity level at workplace can
exceed 85 dB (A))
Wear suitable work clothes:
− do not wear loose-fitting clothes or jewellery; they can catch
in moving parts.
− no loose clothing or such with hanging bands or drawstrings
− Solid shoes or boots with a nonskid sole
− Trousers to protect the legs
Do not work with the device barfooted or only with thongs on
your feet.
Take into consideration environmental influences:
− Do not use the device in moist or wet ambience.
− Do not expose the device to rain.
− Do not work directly near swimming pools or garden ponds
− Do only work with sufficient visibility conditions. Provide for
good illumination.
− Do not operate the device when the grass is wet, if possible.
Before trimming, remove all foreign objects (e.g. stones,
branches, wires, etc.). While working watch out for further
foreign objects.
If you come across to foreign objects, please power off the
device and remove those foreign objects. However before you
restart the device, check it for possible damages and have it
repaired if necessary.
Do not overload the device! You work better and safer in the
given performance range.
Only operate the machine with complete and correctly attached
safety equipment (impact guard and/or catching bag) and do
not alter anything on the machine that could impair the safety.
Do not alter the motor controller setting, since the rotary speed
controls the safe maximum operating speed, and protects the
motor and all rotating parts against damage due to excess
speed. Contact the customer service in case of problems.
Do not modify the device or parts of the device respectively.
Before turning on the motor, make sure that your feet are at a
safe distance from the cutting tools.
If not absolutely necessary, do not tilt the device when starting
the motor. If it is necessary only tilt the device to the required
extent and only lift the side which is averted to the operator.
Never keep hands or feet close to or under rotating parts. Keep
away from the ejection slot.
Pay attention to sure footing especially when working on slopes
or on wet grass and keep your balance at all times. Guide the
device only a walking speed.
Do not thatch on steep slopes.
When thatching on slopes, always work perpendicular to the
slope and never up and down.
Be especially careful when changing the operating direction on
a slope.
Observe the safety distance given by the handle bar.
Always push the device forward while it is operating. Do not pull
it to yourself or behind you.
While the motor is running, do not
− lift or carry the device about
− lift the impact guard
Caution! The tool runs after. Do not try to slow down the tool by
hand.
Pay attention that the impact guard is closed or
that the grass catching bag (optional accessory, if
applicable) is attached.
Turn off the device and wait until the drum has
stopped when
− tilting the scarifier
− crossing areas not planted with grass
− transporting the device to and from the work area
Switch the machine off and remove the mains plug from the
socket when
− carrying out repair works
− maintenance and cleaning
− Removing malfunctions and blockages
− transport and storage
− Blade replacement
− leaving unattended (even during short interruptions)
− when the scarifier begins to exhibit unusual vibrations
− when you have hit an obstacle with the scarifier.
Do not wash down device with water. (origin of danger electric
current).
Store unused equipment in a dry, locked place out of the reach
of children.
Check the machine for possible damage:
− Before continuing to use the machine, the protective
devices must be inspected to ensure that they work
perfectly and with their intended function. This includes also
the grass catching bag if available.
− Check if parts are damaged or defective. All parts must be
properly mounted and meet all conditions to ensure flawless
operation.
− Damaged guards and parts must be properly repaired or
exchanged by a recognized, specialist workshop; insofar as
nothing else is stated in the instructions for use.
− Damaged or illegible safety warning labels should be
replaced immediately.
Maintain your scarifier / lawn aerator with care:
− Ensure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight.
− Make sure that the ventilation apertures are free.
− Keep handles free of oils and grease.
− Follow the maintenance instructions.
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