Safety Notes - Westfalia GM EMT 500 T Original Instructions Manual

Please note the included General Safety Notes and the
following safety notes to avoid malfunctions, damage
or physical injury.
▪
Please note all warning symbols. The symbols indicate instructions which are
important for safety reasons. Always observe these instructions as failure to do so
could result in serious injury!
▪
Keep the manual always ready to hand when working with the electric garden
tool.
▪
Children and persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental abilities are not
allowed to use the garden tool. The electric garden tool may only be operated by
briefed persons.
▪
Keep bystanders and animals out of the work area. Bystanders should keep a
minimum distance of 15 m when you start or operate the garden tool.
▪
Do not use the unit when your reactivity is affected by alcohol consumption,
medication, drugs, illness or when you are tired. One moment of inattention when
operating the unit can cause severe injuries.
▪
Do not use the garden tool as a lever for lifting, moving or splitting objects.
▪
Observe all accident prevention regulations.
▪
Cutting with the electric garden tool when standing on a ladder, in a tree or in any
other instable places in not allowed. Always make sure you stand on a firm base
and cannot loose balance when using the electric garden tool.
▪
Always inspect the electric garden tool before each use for worn, loose, or
damaged parts. Never operate a garden tool that is damaged, improperly
adjusted, or is not completely and securely assembled.
▪
While clearing the area around the tree, arrange a good foothold and a secure
retreat path from falling branches and limbs.
▪
Make sure that the attachment stops moving when the switch is released. First
shut off the garden tool and then set it down.
▪
The garden tool may only be used by one person at a time. Make sure bystanders
or animals are not in the garden tool's area of swing.
▪
Make sure the garden tool is not touching anything and moving free when starting
the engine. Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachments while
the engine is running. Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil.

SAFETY NOTES

17