Safety Information - Parkside Pbv 4200 A1 Instructions De Fonctionnement Et De Sécurité

m Warning! Due to physical hazards to the user, the scari-
fier must not be used as a shredder for shredding tree and
hedge cuttings. Furthermore, the scarifier must not be used
as a motor hoe and for levelling ground elevations, such as
molehills.
For safety reasons, the scarifier must not be used as a drive
unit for other work tools and tool sets of any kind except those
explicitly approved by the manufacturer.
The machine may only be operated with original parts and
original accessories from the manufacturer. The safety, oper-
ating and maintenance specifications of the manufacturer, as
well as the dimensions specified in the technical data, must
be observed.
Please observe that our equipment was not designed with the
intention of use for commercial or industrial purposes. We as-
sume no guarantee if the equipment is used in commercial or
industrial applications, or for equivalent work.

6. Safety information

• Familiarise yourself with the area of application, as well as
limitations of the machine, and particular sources of danger.
• Make sure that you know all the controls and their function
exactly.
• Do not attempt to use the machine without knowing the ex-
act method of operation and the maintenance requirements
of the engine and how to avoid accidents resulting in per-
sonal injury and/or property damage.
• Only use the device when in a technically perfect condition
• Never disable the safety devices and guards
• Wear safety goggles and hearing protection
• Wear long trousers and firm footwear
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit
• Keep third parties away from the danger zone, remove for-
eign bodies in the work area
• When leaving the device:
- Shut off engine
- Wait until the cutting unit is at a standstill
- Remove the spark plug connector
• Do not leave the device unattended
• Do not allow children or other persons who do not know the
operating manual to use the device
General safety regulations
Before working with the device, read the operating manual
carefully and familiarise yourself with all control parts.
This device can cause serious injuries in the event of misuse.
Store this operating manual in a safe place so that the informa-
tion is available at any time.
Do not operate the device until you have a thorough under-
standing of how to operate and maintain the engine and how
to avoid accidental injury and/or damage to property.
Safety at the workplace
Never start or run the motor indoors. The exhaust gases are
dangerous and contain carbon monoxide, an odourless and
poisonous gas. Only operate this unit in a well-ventilated out-
door area.
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Never operate the device if there is inadequate visibility or
light. Never operate the device on steep inclines. Always work
in a horizontal line to the ground, never from top to bottom.
Do not work with the device during rain, thunderstorms and
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
Personal safety
1. Never operate the machine when under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or other medicines which may affect your
ability to use the machine properly.
2. Wear appropriate clothing. Wear long trousers, boots
and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, shorts or any
type of jewellery. Tie long hair up at shoulder length.
Always keep hair, clothing and gloves away from mov-
ing parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair may be-
come entangled in moving parts.
3. Wear protective equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion.
4. Protective equipment, such as dust protection masks,
safety helmets or hearing protection, which are used in
relevant conditions, reduce personal injury.
5. Check the machine prior to starting it. Do not remove
separating protective devices and keep them in good
condition. Ensure that all nuts, bolts, etc. are tight.
6. Never operate the machine if it requires repair or if its
mechanics are damaged.
7. Replace damaged, missing or non-functional parts prior
to using the machine. Check leak-tightness. Maintain
safe working conditions for the machine.
8. Under no circumstances should protective devices be
tampered with. Regularly check their functionality.
9. The machine must not be used if it cannot be switched
on or off using the motor switch. Machines running on
petrol that cannot be controlled using the motor switch
are hazardous and must be replaced.
10. Regularly check that spanners or screw keys have been
removed from the machine before starting. Personal in-
jury can result from a spanner or screw key left on a
rotating part.
11. Keep alert and use common sense when operating the
machine.
12. Do not bend too far when working. Do not operate the
machine barefoot or with sandals or similar light footwear.
Wear safety shoes that protect your feet and improve your
grip on slippery surfaces.
13. Always maintain a firm stance and balance. This allows
the machine to be more easily controlled in unexpected
situations.
14. Avoid unintentional start-up. Ensure that the motor is
switched off prior to transporting the machine or car-
rying out maintenance or servicing work on the unit.
Transporting the machine or carrying out maintenance
or servicing work on the machine while the motor is run-
ning can lead to accidents.
Safe handling of operating materials
1. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapours can explode if
ignited. Take appropriate measures when using fuel so
as to reduce the risk of serious personal injury.