Emergency Procedure; Residual Risks - Gude 400/40 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Specified Conditions Of Use
The scarifier is designed for scarifying and aerating small
to medium lawn areas at homes and allotments.
Aerator - designed for removing thatch (moss, leaves,
weeds, etc.).
Scarifier - designed for treating turf and regenerating
lawn and grass areas.
The scarifier must not be used for any other purposes
as it may present a risk of physical injury to the user and
others.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for
normal use. Not observing general regulations in force
and instructions from this manual does not make the
manufacturer liable for damages.
The scarifier must not be used to trim
bushes, hedges and shrubs, for cutting and
shredding creepers or lawns on greened roofs or
in balcony boxes. In addition, the scarifier must
not be used as a shredder for shredding tree and
hedge cuttings or for levelling uneven surfaces.
Requirements for operating staff
The operating staff must carefully read the Operating In-
structions before using the appliance.
Qualification: Apart from the detailed instructions
by a professional, no special qualification is necessary
for appliance using.
Minimum age: Persons over 18 years of age can only
work on the appliance. An exception includes young-
sters trained in order to reach knowledge under supervi-
sion of the trainer during occupational education.
Local regulations may stipulate the minimum age of
the user.
Training: Using the appliance only requires corre-
sponding training by a professional or the Operating
Instructions. No special training is necessary.

Residual risks

Rotating blades may lead to serious injuries
by cutting or amputating parts of the body.
Never touch under the housing body when the
engine is running. Wear safety goggles when
working. Never remove the collection bag when
the machine is being operated.
Thrown-off stones or soil may lead to
injuries.
Before mowing, check the area to be mowed for
any undesirable objects. Make sure the collection
bag is properly suspended. Wear safety goggles
when working.
Poor lighting/light conditions represent a
high safety risk.
Provide adequate lighting or good lighting
conditions when working with the machine.

Emergency procedure

Danger of injury !
Never put your hands and feet near the rotating
parts. Keep a distance from the ejection opening at
all times.
Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury
and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly as
possible. Protect the injured person from further harm
and calm them down. For the sake of eventual accident,
in accordance with DIN 13164, a workplace has to be
fitted with a first-aid kit. It is essential to replace any
used material in the first-aid kit immediately after it has
been used. If you seek help, state the following pieces
of information:
1. Accident site
2. Accident type
3. Number of injured persons
4. Injury type(s)
Symbols
Warning/caution!
Read the operating instructions to reduce
the risk of injury.
Wear eye protective goggles !
Wear ear protectors!
Wear gloves!
Wear safety cut through resistant shoes
with safety sole and steel toe !
Slow
Warning against thrown-off items
Warning against sharp knives. Knives
keep running for a short time after the
appliance is switched off.
Keep bystanders in safe distance from the
appliance (at least 5 m)
Switch off the engine before any work on it.
Always keep children and unauthorised
persons out of reach of the appliance.
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