Elem Garden Technic TDE24V33-LI Translation Of The Original Instruction page 51

Operation
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
When not in use store the machine out of reach
of children.
This machine is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the machine by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the machine.
Never mow while people, especially children
or pets, are nearby.
The operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
Do not operate the machine when barefoot or
wearing open sandals, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the
machine is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones and other
foreign objects.
Before using, always visually inspect to see
that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly
are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged blades and bolts in
sets to preserve balance.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid mowing in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
Avoid operating the machine in wet grass,
where feasible.
Walk, never run.
Never operate the appliance with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices, for
example deflectors and/or grass catchers in
place.
Always wear ear protection.
Working on banks can be dangerous.
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
– Always be sure of your footing on slopes or
wet grass.
– Mow across the face of slopes – never up
and down.
– Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
Use extreme caution when stepping back or
pulling the machine towards you.
Never mow by pulling the mower towards you.
Stop the blades if the machine has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass and when transporting the machine
to and from the area to be mowed.
Do not tilt the machine when starting or
switching on the motor, except if the machine
has to be tilted for starting 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 machine 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 under
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. Unauthorized
modifications may impair the safety of your
product and may result in increased noise and
vibration.
Regularly inspect the supply cable and any
extension cables. Do not connect damaged
cables to the supply 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.
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