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eration. Always be confident when standing on
slopes and walking. Never run. Hold the machine
with both hands.
Do not touch dangerous moving parts until the
machine has been switched off, the battery has
been removed and the dangerous parts have
come to a complete stop.
Only use the machine in daylight or with good
quality artificial lighting. Only use the machine
only in dry and favourable weather. Do not use it
in poor weather conditions, especially if there is
risk of lightning strikes.
Never operate a machine that has damaged
guards or protectors or no guards or protectors
in place.
Make sure that there are no power or extension
cords, water pipes or hoses, gas lines, etc. near
the machine.
Before starting the machine, make sure that the
cutting tools do not touch any hard objects such
as branches or stones.
Do not use the machine to mow at heights. The
maximum height to which the machine can be
raised is waist height. Do not use the machine at
heights. Do not stand on ladders, walls, or other
unstable surfaces when using the machine.
Only start the motor if your hands and feet are far
enough away from the cutting tool.
Keep the ventilation holes clean, remove dirt reg-
ularly and never block them.
Always switch off the machine and remove the
battery:
• whenever the machine is left unattended;
• before removing a blockage;
• before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
• after encountering a foreign object;
• if the machine starts to vibrate excessively;
• if you make adjustments and before replac-
ing accessories and storing;
• whenever you move the machine to another
location.
Be careful not to injure your hands or feet with the
cutting tool.
Wait until the machine reaches maximum speed
before mowing.
Do not throw the machine to the ground. There is
a risk of serious damage. Only throw the machine
down if there is serious danger to the operator or
bystanders.
Do not press on the machine when mowing.
Move it freely.
If the machine jams, first switch it off and remove
the battery. Wait until the moving dangerous
parts have come to a complete stop. Only then
should you remove the blocked material.
To prevent accidental starting after installing the
battery, always first make sure that the safety fuse
is fully functional. Never use the machine if the
safety catch is damaged or disabled. Do not carry
the machine with your finger on the fuse and the
switch.
When lifting the machine off the ground, bend
your knees for more stability.
Do not use the machine near flammable or explo-
sive substances.
We recommend that you rest regularly when us-
ing the machine for at least 10 to 20 minutes after
each hour of operation, in order to avoid a dan-
gerous situation due to operator fatigue.
Use a shoulder belt if the machine is equipped
with one.
Maintenance and storage
Whenever the machine is stopped for repair, in-
spection or storage, or for changing accessories,
it must be switched off, the battery removed, and
all moving parts must have come to a complete
stop. Let the machine cool down before inspect-
ing, adjusting, etc. Handle the machine carefully
and keep it clean.
The machine must only be serviced by a qualified
service technician, who must only use original
spare parts from the manufacturer to avoid dan-
gerous situations or injuries.
The machine does not contain user-serviceable
parts. If the machine needs to be repaired, mod-
ified or adjusted, contact an authorized service
centre.
Follow the instructions in the manual when lubri-
cating and replacing accessories.
Let the machine cool down before storing.
Store the machine in a dry place out of the reach
of children.
For safety reasons, have worn or damaged parts
replaced by an authorized service centre. Always
make sure that the service uses original spare
parts and accessories.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS