Special Safety Instructions For This Machine; Safety Instructions For Machines With Combustion Engine; Hazard Warnings; Residual Risks - Zipper Mowers ZI-STE2000IV User Manual

Considering the high mechanical forces, only durable rubber cables (IEC 245) or equivalent
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equipment should be used.
A damaged or tangled cable increases the risk of electric shock. Handle the cable with care.
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Never use the cable to carry, pull or disconnect the power tool. Keep the cable away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
11.5

Special safety instructions for this machine

• Do not use the machine if it is raining, wet or has high humidity. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DANGER OF LIFE!
• Only operate the machine outdoors. Always ensure adequate ventilation and heat dissipation
in the operating area.
Place the machine at least 1m away from buildings and the equipment connected to it.
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• Place the machine in a secure, level position. Do not turn, tip or change the machines position
while it is working.
• Never connect the machine directly to another power supply network (e.g. the mains power
supply, other power generators,..).
11.6

Safety instructions for machines with combustion engine

Never change the motor and machine settings.
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The machine is to be operated only with equipment whose voltage specifications conform to
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the machine's output voltage.
The machine is equipped with a low oil alarm. If oil level is low, it is not possible to restart the
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engine.
Danger of burns! During the operation flow of hot exhaust gases and engine parts such as the
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muffler and engine become hot.
After the operation, the machine must cool down. Otherwise there is an imminent risk of burns.
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Never place a hot machine in dry grass or other easily flammable materials.
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Never cover the running machine.
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• Always keep the area around the muffler free of foreign substances such as leaves, paper,
cardboard, etc. A hot muffler could ignite these substances and cause a fire.
Do not touch the spark plug connector when the engine is running (electric shock!).
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WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable!
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• Stop the engine before refuelling.
• Smoking and open flames are prohibited during refuelling.
• Do not open the fuel filler cap while the appliance is running or hot. Fuel and escaping fuel
vapours can ignite on hot parts of the unit.
• Do not refuel when the engine and carburettor are still very hot.
• Refuel only outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
Avoid contact with skin and clothes (fire hazard).
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Check after refuelling fuel filler cap and check for leaks.
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Start the engine at least 3 meters from the tank location.
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Spilled fuel is wiped up immediately.
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Make sure the fuel does not overflow. If the fuel overflows, the engine must not be started.
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Remove any dirt from the appliance and prevent any attempt at ignition until fuel fumes have
evaporated.
Damaged fuel tank or other fuel filler cap must be replaced immediately.
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Check the fuel line and tank regularly for leaks and cracks. Do not operate the machine if there
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are known leaks in the fuel system.
Keep the fuel in suitable containers only.
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Danger of Intoxication! Only use outdoors and far from open windows and vents!
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Exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon monoxide. The exposure can cause unconsciousness and
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death.
No other person, children or pets shall remain within 5m!
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11.7

Hazard warnings

11.7.1

Residual risks

Despite intended use, certain residual risk factors remain.
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