2. Safety Instructions
V Please observe the notes on safety
on the Electric Aerator.
WARNING !
V Read operator's
manual.
DANGER !
Keep bystanders away.
DANGER ! Electric shock !
Keep supply flexible cord
away from tines.
1. General
This annex presents safe operating practices for
all machine types covered by this standard.
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
2. Safe operating practices for
scarifiers / aerators
2.1 Training
a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the equipment.
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the machine.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the
operator.
c) Keep in mind that the operator or user is respon-
sible for accidents or hazards occurring to other
people or their property.
2.2 Preparation
a) Wear ear protection and safety glasses at all times
while operating the machine.
b) Before use check the supply and extension cord
for signs of damage or aging. If the cord becomes
damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the
supply immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or
worn.
c) While operating the machine always wear substan-
tial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that
has hanging cords or ties.
d) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all objects which can be
thrown by the machine.
e) Operate the machine in a recommended position
and only on a firm, level surface.
f) Do not operate the machine on a paved or gravel
surface where ejected material could cause injury.
WARNING !
Beware of sharp tines, keep
fingers and toes away.
Remove plug from mains before mainte-
nance, adjusting, cleaning or if the cord is
entangled or damaged.
Tines continue to rotate after the motor is
switched off.
g) Before starting the machine, check that all screws,
nuts, bolts, and other fasteners are properly
secured and that guards and screens in place.
Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
h) Never operate the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
2.3 Operation
a) Operate the machine only in daylight or in good
artificial light.
b) Avoid operating the machine in wet grass.
c) Always be sure of your footing at all times,
especially on slopes.
d) Walk, never run.
e) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down.
f) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
g) Do not scarify or aerate excessively steep slopes.
h) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine towards you.
i) Stop the tines if the machine has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the machine to and
from the area to be used.
j) Never operate the machine with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and / or grass collector, in place.
k) Switch on the motor carefully according to instruc-
tions and with feet well away from the tines.
l) Keep supply and extension cord away from tines.
m) Do not tilt machine when switching on the motor,
except if the machine has to be tilted for starting.
In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely nec-
essary and lift only the part which is away from the
operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the
operating position before returning the machine to
the ground.
n) Do not transport the machine while the power
source is running.
o) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
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