Preliminary Procedures; During Operation; Maintenance And Storage - Stiga ST 700 Li 48-Serie Gebrauchsanweisung

• If the machine is sold or lent to others, make sure
that the operator reads the user instructions
contained in this manual.

3.2 PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine
is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds,
boards, wires and other foreign objects.
• Do not operate the machine without wearing
adequate winter garments.
• Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught
in moving parts.
• Wear footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the machine.
• Adjust the collector housing height to clear
gravel or crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the engine (motor) is running (except when
specifically recommended by manufacturer

3.3 DURING OPERATION

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on
or crossing gravel drives or walks. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or operating near public roads.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the machine
and remove the battery . Thoroughly inspect
the snow thrower for any damage, and repair
the damage before restarting and operating the
snow thrower.
• If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the machine and check immediately for
the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave
the operating position, before unclogging the
collector/impeller housing or discharge chute,
and when making any repairs, adjustments or
inspections.
• Do not operate the machine indoors.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on
slopes.
• Never operate the machine without proper
guards and other safety protective devices in
place and working.
• Never direct the discharge toward people or
areas where property damage can occur. Keep
children and others away.
• Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
• Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and
use care when operating in reverse.
• Disengage the battery when the machine is
transported or not in use.
• Use only
approved by the manufacturer of the machine
(such as wheel weights, counterweights or
cabs).
• Never operate the machine without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing,
and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never
run.
• Never touch hot parts of the machine.
3.4 CLEARING A CLOGGED
DISCHARGE CHUTE
a) Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside
the discharge chute is the most common cause of
injury associated with snow throwers. Never use
your hand to clean out the discharge chute.
b) To clear the chute:
1) SHUT THE MACHINE OFF!
2) Wait 10 s to be sure the impeller blades have
stopped rotating.
3) Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

3.5 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• To reduce fire risks, do not leave containers with
debris inside a room.
• Always refer to instruction handbook for
important details if the snow thrower is to be
stored for an extended period.
• Maintain or replace safety labels, as necessary.
• Run the machine a few minutes after throwing
snow to prevent freeze-up of the collector/
impeller.
• When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the snow
thrower, stop the machine and make certain the
collector/impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the battery to prevent
someone from accidentally starting the engine.
3.6 BATTERY / BATTERY CHARGER
IMPORTANT The following safety instructions
are in addition to the safety requirements provided
in the specific battery and battery charger manual
delivered with this machine.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
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