Gude ECO WHEELER 464.4 R LI-ES Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 42

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Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all war-
nings and instructions for future reference.
Keep children and other persons including animals in a
safe distance when using the appliance. Minimum safe
distance is 5 m.
Wear personal protective equipment.
Wear suitable protective clothing such as sturdy shoes
with non-slip sole, robust long trousers, gloves, safety
glasses and hearing protection!
Wear protective gloves if necessary.
Use the appliance in broad daylight or in a well-lit en-
vironment.
The appliance must be carefully inspected before use.
Only work with appliances that are in a good condition.
If you notice any defects on the appliance that may
possibly represent a danger for the operator, then you
may only use the appliance after the defect has been
rectified.
Check carefully the terrain where the appliance is being
used and remove any items that could get caught and
be thrown away.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
Never touch under the housing body when the engine
is running. Keep a distance from the ejection opening
at all times.
Avoid any inadvertent starting of the engine. Make sure,
that the control lever is always in 'Start' position when
you pull the starter rope.
Fuel is highly flammable.
Keep the fuel in suitable containers only.
The appliance may only be refuelled outdoors and
not near open fire or burning cigarettes.
Emergency procedure
Make sure the fuel does not overflow. If the fuel
overflows, the engine must not be started. Remove
any dirt from the appliance and prevent any attempt
at ignition until fuel fumes have evaporated.
The engine must be filled with engine oil before the
initial commissioning.
Check the oil level every time before commissioning. Fill
with engine oil if required.
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Risk of poisoning!
Exhaust fumes, fuel and lubricants are toxic substan-
ces. Breathing in exhaust fumes may be fatal!
Use the appliance only outside, never use it in confi-
ned and bad ventilated areas.
Do not operate the unit in closed spaces where dan-
gerours carbon monoxide gases may accumulate.
Always carry out a visual inspection before use, to check
whether the appliance is damaged, in particular the
cutting tools, the fastening components or the entire
cutting unit.
The mower must not be operated without either the
complete grass capture device or the self-closing
removable protection device for the ejection opening
being attached.
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.
Check all start locking mechanisms and
pushbuttons for their correct functioning every time
before starting up.
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.
It is strictly prohibited to alter or manipulate any
of the sealed devices for motor speed.
The appliance must not be used if damaged or
safety equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out
and damaged parts.
Do not start the engine before your feet are in a safe
distance from the cutting tools.
Do not incline the appliance when being started.
Do not start the appliance when you are standing in
front of the ejection opening.
Provide a safe posture, especially on slopes. Do not
work on too steep slopes. Be particularly careful when
changing travelling direction on slopes.
It is dangerous to mow on slopes, ditches, dykes or in
the vicinity of rubbish dumps or similar places.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. 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.
Do not use the appliance in bad weather, especially
when there is a risk of storm.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where
feasible.
Walk! Never run!
Pay maximum attention when turning around and
pulling the appliance to you.