Safety Instructions; Safety Of Persons, Animals And Property; Operator; Personal Protective Equipment - AL-KO SOLO GT 4235.2 Manual De Instrucciones

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(b) If the blade binds, or when interrupting a
cut for any reason, switch the machine off
and hold the machine motionless in the mate-
rial until the blade comes to a complete stop.
While the blade is binding, never attempt to
remove the machine from the material or pull
the machine backward while the blade is in
motion, otherwise blade thrust may occur. In-
vestigate and take corrective actions to eliminate
the cause of blade binding.
(c) Do not use blunt or damaged blades. Blunt
or damaged blades increase the risk of jamming
or catching on an object, resulting in blade thrust.
(d) Always maintain good visibility of the ma-
terial being cut. Blade thrust is more likely to oc-
cur in areas where it is difficult to see the material
being cut.
(e) If you are approached by another person
while operating the machine, switch the ma-
chine off. There is an increased risk of injury to
other persons being struck by the moving blade
in the event of blade thrust.

6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION! Danger of hearing damage.
The appliance is extremely loud during operation.
This can cause hearing damage to the operator
and to persons and animals in the vicinity.
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Only work when wearing hearing protection.
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Maintain a safe distance to persons or ani-
mals, or switch off the appliance if persons or
animals approach.
NOTE It is essential to familiarise yourself
with the operation of the appliance. In particular,
learn how the appliance can be immediately
stopped.
6.1

Safety of persons, animals and property

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Note that the user is responsible for acci-
dents and damage that may befall other per-
sons or their property.
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Use the appliance only for the purposes for
which it is intended. Any non-intended use
can lead to injury and property damage.
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Switch on the appliance only when there are
no other persons or animals in the working
area.
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Maintain a safe distance to persons or ani-
mals, or switch off the appliance if persons or
animals approach.
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6.2

Operator

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Young people under 16 years of age and
people who do not know the operating in-
structions are not allowed to use the tool.
Heed any country-specific safety regulations
concerning the minimum age of the user.
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If you are working with such an appliance for
the first time: Have the salesperson or anoth-
er expert explain the operation of the appli-
ance. Or attend a course.
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To operate the appliance, you must be rested
and in good physical and mental health. If
you must not exert yourself for health rea-
sons, ask your doctor whether it is possible to
work with this appliance.
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Do not operate the appliance if you are under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
6.3

Personal protective equipment

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Wear clothing and protective equipment in
accordance with the regulations in order to
avoid injuries to the head and limbs, as well
as to avoid hearing impairment.
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The clothing must be appropriate (tightly fit-
ting) and must not restrict movements.
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The personal protective equipment compris-
es:
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Hearing protection (e.g. ear defenders,
especially when working for than 2.5
hours a day)
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Protective glasses
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Sturdy working gloves, vibration and
shock absorbent
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Safety boots with high-grip sole and steel
toe caps
6.4

Work area safety

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Only operate the appliance out of doors and
never in enclosed spaces.
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Only work during daylight or under very bright
artificial light.
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Before working, Remove any dangerous
products and objects from the working area,
e.g. branches, broken glass, sharp-edged ob-
jects, pieces of metal, stones, before starting
work.
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Make sure you are standing safely. Avoid
wet, slippery ground.
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When working, move cautiously and slowly.
Do not run. Watch out for obstacles.
Safety instructions
GT 4235.2