Garland SCAR 322 E Instruction Manual page 22

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switch in the ¨closed¨ position as it can be dangerous
to your security and can cause accidents.
Remove all tools from the working area
before starting the machine. Any tools left
in the working area can be touched by any moving
part of the machine and be hurled causing personal
damages.
Do not overreach. Maintain both feet firmly on the
ground at all times. Do not use this machine on
slopes surpassing 15o. Cutting on small hillocks can
be dangerous. Be vigilant when walking on steep
inclines and with wet grass. Be particularly careful
when changing working direction on an incline.
Be careful when walking on slopes or wet grass. Take
special caution when changing direction on slopes.
Do not scarify backwards or pulling the machine. Be
alert when pulling the machine backwards.
Dress adequately. Do not use the machine barefoot
or wearing sandals. Always use resistant shoes and
long trousers.
Do not place your hands or feet under the
lawnmower. Maintain all parts of the body well away
from the blade when the machine is running. Before
starting the lawnmower, ensure that the blade has
not come into contact with any object.
Hold the scarifier with both hands from the handle
and place your body behind the scarifier.
Maintain all body parts well clear of any moving
parts when the machine is in use. Before starting
the machine, check that the cutting element is not in
contact with any object. One moment of carelessness
and your clothing or any body part could get caught
up in the cutting parts.
If the machine vibrates abnormally, stop the engine
and inspect the machine looking for the possible
cause and repaiir it. If you do not find the motive,
take the machine to your nearest after sales dealer.
Make sure the machine has stopped completely
before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning
work on the machine and the working area.
Store all electric machines well away from children.
2.3. WORKING AREA SECURITY
Maintain the workng area clean and work with good
light. Untidy working areas and dark conditions can
cause accidents.
Inspect the working area and remove all stones,
wood, cables and strange objects that could be
touched and propelled by the moving parts of the
machine.
Do not use the machine in explosive atmospheres
or in the presence of inflammable liquids, gases
and powders. Electric machines can release sparks
that could ignite the inflammable liquids, gases and
powders.
Maintain children, other people and animals well
clear of the machine whilst working. Distractions can
cause the loss of control. Be vigilant and stop any
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