Bosch ROTAK 32 ERGOFLEX Original Instructions Manual page 11

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 Do not tilt the machine when starting
or switching on the motor, except if
the machine has to be tilted for start-
ing in long grass. In this case, do not
tilt it more than absolutely necessary
and tilt only the part which is away
from the operator. Always ensure
that both hands are in the operating
position before returning the ma-
chine to the ground.

Switch on the motor according to the
instructions with feet well away from
rotating parts.
 Do not put hands or feet near or un-
der rotating parts.
 Always stand clear of the discharge
zone when operating the machine.

Never pick up or carry the machine
while the motor is running.
 Do not modify this product. Unau-
thorized modifications may impair
the safety of your product and may
result in increased noise and vibra-
tion.
 Regularly inspect the supply cable
and any extension cables. Do not
connect damaged cables to the sup-
ply or touch a damaged cable before
it is disconnected from the supply.
A damaged cable can lead to contact
with live parts. Beware electric shock
hazard.
Remove the plug from the socket:
– Whenever you leave the machine.
– before clearing a blockage,
– before checking, cleaning or working
on the machine,
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect
the machine for damage and make re-
pairs as necessary,
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– if the machine starts to vibrate abnor-
mally (check immediately).
Connecting to the mains

The voltage indicated on the rating
plate must correspond to the voltage
of the power source.

We recommend that this equipment
is only connected into a socket which
is protected by a circuit-breaker that
would be actuated by a 30 mA residu-
al current.
 Only use or replace power supply ca-
bles for this unit which correspond to
the types indicated by the manufac-
turer. See the operating instructions
for the order no. and types.

Never touch the mains plug with wet
hands.
 Do not run over, crush or pull the
power supply cord or extension cord,
otherwise it may be damaged. Pro-
tect the cable from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
 The extension lead must have a cross
section in accordance with the oper-
ating instructions and be protected
against splashed water. The connec-
tion must not be in water.
 Always wear gardening gloves when
handling or working near the sharp
blades.
Electrical Safety
 Warning! Switch off, remove plug
from mains before adjusting,
cleaning or if cable is cut, damaged
or entangled.
 The blades continue to rotate for a
few seconds after the machine is
switched off.
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