Electrical Safety - Nakayama MB1800 Owner's Manual

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People not acquainted with the operating instructions, children, juveniles who have not
yet reached the minimum age for using this appliance, and people under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication are not allowed to use the appliance.
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Only use the appliance for its designed purposes.
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Keep children and pets away. All onlookers should be kept a safe distance away from
the appliance when it is in use.
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Make sure that all the protective devices are fitted and in good condition.
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Do not operate the appliance near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes or
hoses.
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Before inserting the plug in the mains socket, make sure that the socket ratings are
correct and correspond to those indicated on the rating label on the appliance.
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The use of the appliance is only permitted if the safety distance provided by the guide
bar is complied with.
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Do not operate the appliance on a slope that is too steep for safe operation. When on
slopes, slow down and make sure you have good footing.
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Before starting the appliance, make sure tines are not touching foreign objects and must
be completely free to move.
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Grip guide bar firmly with both hands. Never operate the appliance with one hand.
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Be aware that the appliance may unexpectedly bounce upward or jump forward if the
tines should strike extremely hard, packed soil, frozen ground, or buried obstacles such
as large stones, roots or stumps.
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Do not put hands, feet or any body part or clothing in the vicinity of rotating tines.
Caution! Risk of injury!
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Only guide the appliance at walking pace. Do not over reach. Maintain proper footing and
balance at all times.
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Be aware of extension cord while operation. Be careful not to trip over cord. Always
guide the cord away from tines at all times.
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If the appliance strikes a foreign body, examine the appliance for signs of damage and
carry out any necessary repairs before restarting and continuing to work.
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If the appliance should start to vibrate abnormally, switch off the motor and check for the
cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
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Holding the guide bar and lift the appliance to move it from one place to another.
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Always switch off the appliance, disconnect the plug and wait until the appliance stops
before carrying out maintenance or cleaning work. Caution! Tines do not stop
immediately after switching off.
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Use caution when cleaning or performing maintenance on the appliance. DANGER!
Watch your fingers! Wear gloves!
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It is forbidden to move or modify any of the electrical and mechanical safety devices.
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Physically, sensorially or mentally handicapped persons or persons who have no
relevant experience and/or knowledge are not allowed to operate the device, unless a
person responsible for their safety supervises them or instruct them on how to use the
appliance.
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Children must be supervised to make sure that they do not play with the device.

Electrical safety

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The mains voltage must correspond to the one marked on the technical data plate
(230V~50Hz). Do not use other sources of power.
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The use of a safety circuit-breaker is recommended for the power supply line for an
intervention range of 10 to 30 rated mA. Consult a reliable electrician.
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Never pass the appliance over the extension cable that the appliance is working, as this
could cut the cable. Mark sure you always know where the cable is.
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Use the special cable holder for the connection of the extension cable.
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Never use the appliance when it is raining. Try to prevent it from getting wet or being
exposed to humidity. Do not leave it outside overnight. Do not cut damp or wet grass.
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The power supply cable should be checked regularly and before using it each time, make
sure the cable is not damaged or old out. If the cable is not in good condition, do not use
the appliance; take it to an authorized service center instead.
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Only use an extension cable that is suitable for outdoor work. Keep it away from the
cutting area, from damp, wet or oily surfaces or with sharp edges and away from heat
and fuels.
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Design of the connection cable according to IEC 60245 (H 07RN-F) with a core cross-
profile section of at least
2
1.5 mm for cable lengths up to 25 m
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