Scheppach RT450 Translation Of Original Instruction Manual page 22

• Keep the grass trimmer away from other persons,
particularly children and pets. There may be stones
and other objects in the flying cut grass.
• Keep at least 5 m away from other persons and ani-
mals when you are working with the grass trimmer.
• To prevent injury to yourself and damage to the
grass trimmer, never cut against hard objects.
• Use the edge of the guard to keep the grass trim-
mer away from walls, changes of surface and frag-
ile objects.
• Never use the grass trimmer without a guard.
CAUTION! The guard is vital for your safety and
for the safety of others, and it is also essential
for the grass trimmer to work correctly. Failure
to observe this instruction will not only create a
potential hazard, it will also result in the loss of
your rights under the warranty.
• Never try to stop the cutter (nylon line) with your
hands. Wait until it stops by itself.
• It is imperative to use only the original nylon line.
Never use metal wire instead of the nylon line.
• Beware of injuring yourself on the line cutting de-
vice.
• Keep the air vents clear of dirt.
• After use, unplug the machine and check it for
damage.
• Never attempt to cut grass that is not growing on
the ground. For example, do not try to cut grass
growing on walls, rocks, etc.
• Within the working radius of the grass trimmer the
user is responsible for any damage caused to third
persons by use of the trimmer.
• Never cross roads or pebble paths with the grass
trimmer switched on. When you are not using the
grass trimmer, keep it in a dry place out of the
reach of children.
Specific safety information
Please read this safety information and the directions
for use carefully and be sure to follow the instructions
to the letter.
1 Always remove the power plug from the sock-
etoutlet before you perform any work on the grass
trimmer, e.g.
• repairing a damaged cable
• troubleshooting
• cleaning and maintenance or before leaving the
tool unattended.
2 The grass trimmer can cause serious injuries!
Read the directions for use carefully in order to
acquaint yourself with the correct way to handle,
set up, service, start and put down the machine.
Familiarize yourself with all the machine's control
elements and its proper use.
3 Always handle the grass trimmer with both hands.
4 When working with the grass trimmer, wear sturdy
shoes and make sure of your footing.
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5 Never work with the grass trimmer in the rain or
on wet grass and never leave the grass trimmer
outdoors. The grass trimmer must not be used
if it is wet.
6 We recommend that you wear safety goggles and
ear-muffs when working with the grass trimmer.
7 Wear suitable working clothes such as rubber
gloves and non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose
garments.
8 Avoid abnormal postures and make sure of your
footing.
9 Be sure to hold the grass trimmer well away from
your body when it is switched on.
10 Make sure there are no other persons or animals
within your working area (radius of swing).
11 Carry the grass trimmer only by its guide handle.
12 Keep cables clear of where you are cutting.
13 Before you use the grass trimmer, examine the
power cable for signs of damage and aging.
14 Use the grass trimmer only when the power cable
is in good working order.
15 Do not remove the power plug from the socketout-
let by pulling on the cable. Never carry the tool
by its cable. Take care not to damage the cable
in any way.
16 Protect cables from heat, caustic fluids and sharp
edges. Replace damaged cables immediately.
17 Keep the grass trimmer in a dry place out of chil-
dren's reach.
18 Take care not to overload the grass trimmer and
do not use it on jobs for which it is not intended,
i.e. you are allowed to use the grass trimmer only
to cut grass and weed.
19 Use only cables and connectors approved for
outdoor use:
– power cable HO7RN-F 2x1.0 with integral two-
plug plug;
– extension cable HO7RN-F 3G1.5 with rainwa-
ter- protected earthing-pin plug and earthing-
contact coupling.
– The use of a leakage-current or earth-leakage
circuit-breaker is recommended for operating
electric tools. Ask your electrician!
20 The grass trimmer requires regular inspection and
maintenance. Always replace damaged blades
in pairs. If the grass trimmer suffers any damage
from impact (falling on hard ground etc.), have it
checked immediately by a specialist.
21 Look after your grass trimmer carefully. Keep
it clean and sharp to ensure efficient and safe
cutting. Follow the maintenance and cleaning
instructions.
22 The German Farmers Union, for example, prohib-
its the use of electric grass trimmers by persons
aged 17 or less. Persons aged 16 and above may
only use electric grass trimmers if supervised by
an adult.