Additional Safety Warnings - Gardena POWERMAX 1200/32 Operating Instructions Manual

• before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine,
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the machine;
if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately)
• inspect for damage,
• replace or repair any damaged parts,
• check for and tighten any loose parts.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
machine is in safe working condition.
2. Check the grass collector frequently for wear or
deterioration.
3. On machines with multi blade, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades rotate.
4. Be careful during adjustment of the machine to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
5. Always allow the machine to cool down before storing.
6. When servicing the blades be aware that, even though
the power source is switched off, the blades can still
be moved.
7. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only
genuine replacement parts and accessories.

Additional safety warnings

Electrical safety
WARNING!
• Cardiac arrest!
• This product makes an electromagnetic
field while it operates. This field may under
some conditions interfere with active or
passive medical implants.
• To decrease the risk of conditions that can
possibly injure or kill, we recommend
persons with medical implants to speak
with their physician and the medical
implant manufacturer before you operate
the product.
Before use, examine the cable for signs of damage or
ageing. If the cable is found to be defective, take the
product to an Authorised Service Centre and have the
cable replaced.
Do not use the product if the electric cables are damaged
or worn.
Immediately disconnect from the mains if the cable is cut,
or the insulation is damaged. Do not touch the electric
cable until the cable has been disconnected. Do not repair
a cut or damaged cable. Replace it with a new one.
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The extension cable must be uncoiled. Coiled cables can
overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.
Keep the extension cable away from product, always work
away from the power point mowing up and down, never in
circles.
Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any
plug, cable connector or extension cable.
Stop the engine, disconnect the mains and examine the
cable for damage or ageing before you wind the cable for
storage. Do not repair a damaged cable, replace it with a
new one. Use only genuine replacement cable.
Always wind the cable carefully, avoid kinking.
Do not carry the product by the cable.
Do not pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the
product rating label.
Our products are double insulated to EN60335. Do not
connect an earth to any part of the product.
Check the working area for hidden cables.
Do not use for pond care or close to water.
Personal safety
WARNING!
• Risk of suffocation
• Small parts can be easily swallowed.
There is also a risk that the polybag can
suffocate toddlers.
• Keep toddlers away when you assemble
the product.
Do not use in explosive atmosphere.
Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Do not overload the mower.
Use gloves, wear slip resistant shoes and wear eye
protection.
Do not use under wet conditions.
Do not disassemble the product further than the delivery
status.
Only start the mower with an upright standed handle.
Do not use the start levers alternately.
Use the handles carefully.
Safety Cut-Out
The engine is protected by a Safety Cut-Out which is
activated when the blade becomes jammed or if the
engine is overloaded. When this occurs, stop and
disconnect the product from the mains. The Safety Cut-
Out will only reset when you release the start/stop lever.
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