Safety Warnings; General Safety Rules - IKRA Gardol GBH-I-650 Manual Original

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SAFETY WARNINGS

General Safety Rules

Read and understand the operating instructions before
using the appliance. Familiarise with the control
elements and how to use the appliance properly.
Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service
manual. Act responsibly toward third parties. The
operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third
parties.
The appliance may only be operated and maintained
by persons familiarised with it and informed about
possible risks.
Persons over 18 years of age can only work on the
appliance. An exception includes youngsters trained
in order to reach knowledge under supervision of the
trainer during occupational education.
Keep children and other persons including animals in
a safe distance when using the appliance.
Despite the observance of the operating instructions
there still may be some hidden residual risks.
DANGER
WARNING! Electric shock! There is a risk of an
injury caused by electric shock!
Keep the device at least 10 m away from overhead
power lines.
WARNING
Wear personal protective equipment.
• Always wear goggles when using the machine.
• Wear ear protectors!
• Wear solid shoes and long trousers.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewels. Hear,
clothing and gloves must be out of reach of
moving parts as they could get caught by the
rotating parts. Do not use the appliance when
barefooted or in open sandals.
• Use protective gloves when handling the blades.
Do not use the appliance if you are tired, ill, under
influence of drugs, alcohol drinks or medicaments.
Turn the appliance on only when in a normal working
position.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
When working, keep the appliance firmly with both
hands and with a distance from your body.
Always ensure that you are standing securely and firmly
when operating the machine, especially if using a
stepladder or ladder.
Provide a safe posture, especially on slopes.
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CAUTION
Be careful when going backwards – risk of
tripping!
Provide adequate lighting or good lighting conditions
when working with the machine. Poor lighting/light
conditions represent a high safety risk.
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not use the appliance in bad weather, especially
when there is a risk of storm.
Walk! Never run!
WARNING
Risk of injury
• All protection covers and safety devices must be
correctly attached to operate the device.
• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter
blade. Do not remove cut material or hold
material to be cut when blades are moving. Make
sure the switch is off when clearing jammed
material.
• Avoid any inadvertent starting of the engine.
Make sure, that the control lever is always in
'Start' position when you pull the starter rope.
• Switch the engine off and remove the socket plug
before any work on the engine. Wait until all rotating
parts have stopped and the appliance has cooled
down.
CAUTION
Check all screw and plug-in connections and
protective equipment if firm and tightened
properly and whether all moving parts are running
smooth whenever the appliance is to be put into
operation.
The protective equipment on the appliance is
strictly prohibited to be disassembled, changed,
used in conflict with the designation and it is
prohibited to attach any protective equipment of
other manufacturers.
The appliance must not be used if damaged or
safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-
out and damaged parts.
WARNING
Risk of injury
• Before mowing, check the area to be mowed for
any undesirable objects.
• Wear safety goggles when working.