Stiga A 500 Instruction Manual page 11

g. Do not leave the machine in operation unattended in the presence of pets, children or other people
nearby.
Maintenance and storage
a. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws securely for safe operation of the machine.
b. Frequently check the robot lawn mower for wear or deterioration.
c. For safety reasons it is necessary to replace worn out or damaged parts.
d. Make sure that the blades are replaced only with suitable spare parts.
e. Make sure the batteries are recharged using the correct charger recommended by the manufacturer.
Incorrect use can cause electric shock, overheating or leakage of corrosive liquid from the battery.
f. In case of electrolyte leaks, wash with water / neutralizing agent and consult a doctor in case of contact
with eyes, etc.
g. Machine maintenance must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Residual Risks
• Although the product complies with all safety requirements, additional risks may still exist due to im-
proper installation and/or unforeseeable circumstances. Therefore, the area on which the product will
operate must be free of objects, people and animals, and all persons who may have access, even
occasionally, to the work area must be informed of the possible hazards.
• In the event of thunderstorms with risk of lightning and in anticipation of bad weather conditions in
general, it is recommended not to use the product and to disconnect all peripheral devices from the
mains. To use the product, reconnect peripherals to the mains following the manual's instructions.
Battery / battery charger
WARNING:
Lithium-ion batteries can explode or cause fires if disassembled, exposed to
water, fire or high temperatures or in the event of a short circuit. Handle the
battery carefully, do not disassemble it and avoid any type of improper electrical
or mechanical stress. Avoid exposing the battery to direct sunlight.
NOTE: It is recommended to use only original products supplied by the manufacturer. Non-
original or inadequate products can cause damage to the robot lawn mower or can be
dangerous for people, animals and things.
a. The battery should only be installed and / or removed from the robot lawn mower by the retailer or a
service centre.
b. Store the unused battery in a safe place away from sources of heat or objects that can cause short
circuits (pegs, screws, metal objects of various kinds).
c. Use the battery charger away from flammable surfaces or substances, and in preferably dry places.
d. Transport the battery and the battery charger in the original packaging.
Environmental protection
NOTE: Safeguarding the environment must be a relevant and priority aspect of machine use, of
benefit to the community and the environment we live in.
a. Dispose of packaging and damaged parts as required by local regulations in the country of use.
b. Dispose of electrical equipment (robot lawn mower, battery, power supplies, etc.) as per European
Directive 2012/19 / EU and in compliance with the national standards. For further information on the
disposal, contact your retailer or a domestic waste collection service.
c. Separate collection of products and packaging is recommended.
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