Bosch Indego S+ 500 Original Instructions Manual page 19

Make sure that bystanders are not injured by
foreign objects being thrown away.
Warning: Keep a safe distance to the product
when operating.
Do not ride on the machine.
Battery charger contains a safety transformer.
Do not use a high-pressure washer or a garden
hose to clean the machine.
Carefully check the area where the tool is to be
used for wildlife and pets. Wildlife and pets
may be injured while the machine is in opera-
tion. Thoroughly check the working area and
remove any stones, sticks, wires, bones and foreign objects.
When using the machine, ensure that no wildlife, pets or
small tree stumps are hidden in the dense grass. Avoid using
at dusk or in the dark to reduce the risk of encountering an-
imals.
Operation
Before working on the mower itself (e. g. mainten-
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ance, tool change, etc.) as well as during transport
and storage, switch off the mower by the isolator
switch.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
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play with the machine.
Never allow children, persons with physical, sensory or
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mental limitations or a lack of experience and/or know-
ledge and/or people unfamiliar with these instructruc-
tions to use the product. Local regualtions may restrict
the age of the operator.
Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing
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open sandals, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers.
Operate the machine only when the battery compartment
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is shut with the cover and all the screws in place. This pro-
tects the battery against moisture.
Avoid mowing in bad weather conditions especially when
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there is a risk of lightning.
While operating and as well while approaching the
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mower, take sufficient precaution to keep balance at all
times particularly on slopes and wet grass. Do not stretch
yourself too much forwards. Do not operate the mower in
a rush.
The user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
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to other people or their property.
If any hazard occurs whilst the machine is operating im-
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mediately press the red STOP button.
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Ensure correct installation of the perimeter wire as in-
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structed in the installation guide.
For complete instructions on the Indego in-
stallation, please refer to the Installation Guide
provided with the product.
Periodically inspect the area where the mower is used
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and remove all stones, sticks, wires and other foreign ob-
jects.
Do not run any live mains cables in the working area. If a
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mains cable becomes entangled in the robotic mower it
must be isolated before any attempt to remove it.
Periodically inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts
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and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve bal-
ance.
Never operate the machine with defective guards or
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without safety devices.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
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Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is run-
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ning.
Do not leave the machine to operate unattended if you
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know that there are pets, children or people in the imme-
diate vicinity.
Start the machine according to the instructions standing
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well away from rotating parts.
Do not use the product at the same time as a sprinkler or
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use the schedule to ensure that the two systems never
run simultaneously.
If for any reason the product is submerged, take it away
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from water and turn it off using the isolator switch. Do not
attempt to switch the product on but contact your Bosch
Service Centre.
Do not modify this product. Unauthorized modifications
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may impair the safety of your product and may result in
increased noise and vibration.
Turn off the product using the isolator switch:
– before clearing a blockage,
– before checking, cleaning or working on the machine,
– before storage
– if the machine vibrates abnormally (stop and check imme-
diately),
– after striking a foreign object, inspect the machine for
damage and get advice on necessary repairs from your
Bosch Service Centre.
Maintenance
Always wear gardening gloves when handling or work-
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ing near the sharp blades.
Before working on the mower, turn it off using the
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isolator switch.
Before working on the docking station or power sup-
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ply, remove plug from mains.
Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft
brush and cloth. Do not use water, solvents or polishes.
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