Scheppach PTS400 Traduction Du Manuel D’instructions Original page 34

• The device must not be operated indoors or in oth-
er poorly ventilated areas. There is a danger of suf-
focation due to the toxic exhaust gases / lubricating
oil vapours.
• Work must be stopped immediately in event of nau-
sea, headaches or visual disturbances as well as diz-
ziness. These symptoms can be caused, among oth-
er things, by excessive exhaust gas concentrations.
Particulate matter such as dust, vapour and smoke
can also arise during the work. Good ventilation must
be ensured and a dust protection mask must be worn.
• Only carry out work in daylight.
• Also, do not work in adverse weather conditions,
such as rain, snow or wind. There is an increased
risk of accidents here.
• Keep your work area clean and tidy.
• Keep bystanders (in particular children and ani-
mals) at least 15m away from the work area while
using the device. Distractions may cause you to
lose control of the device.
• Before starting work, make sure that there are no
persons, animals or property in the danger zone.
• Have fire extinguishers ready when working in
highly flammable environments such as dry grass,
etc. There is a risk of fire!
• Clear the work area, watch out for obstacles, pits
and holes.
5.5 Refill with fuel
• Petrol is very easily flammable. Keep away from
naked flames when refuelling and do not smoke
while doing so. There is a risk of fire!
• Be careful not to spill petrol. Ensure that no petrol
gets into the soil. Use suitable sheeting or similar to
help with this.
• Refuel only in well-ventilated areas. Petrol vapours
can easily ignite or explode.
• Switch off the engine before refuelling and allow the de-
vice to cool down. If petrol has been spilled, clean the
affected areas immediately. Also, do not let any fuel get
on your clothes, otherwise change immediately.
• Also avoid skin and eye contact with petrol or lubri-
cants (oil).
• Do not breathe in fuel vapours/lubricating oil va-
pours.
• Watch out for leaks. If petrol is leaking, do not start
the engine. There is a danger from burns.
• Carefully open the fuel cap so that any overpres-
sure can slowly escape and no petrol sprays out.
• Refuel at least 3 m away from the position where
the device is next started.
5.6 Before commissioning
m WARNING
Always carry out checks before use and with the en-
gine switched off.
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Check the device before each use and after it has
fallen to the ground to ensure that it is in safe operat-
ing condition.
Check that all moving parts are working properly. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Have damaged parts repaired by qualified specialist
personnel.
Only use the device and accessories in accordance
with these instructions. Take into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Using pow-
er tools for operations other than those intended can
lead to hazardous situations.
• Watch out for leaks. If petrol is leaking, do not start
the engine. There is a danger from burns.
• Check that the throttle and the throttle interlock
move easily. The throttle lever must spring back to
the starting position.
• Check that the on/off switch functions properly.
• Check the spark plug connector; if the connector is
loose, sparks may be generated which could ignite
escaping fuel. Risk of fire.
• Check that there is enough fuel in the tank.
• Check that the handles are clean, dry and free from
oil and dirt.
• Check the abrasive cutting wheel for damage, a
tight fit and the direction of rotation.
• Check the guard for tight fit.
5.7 During operation
• Switch off the device immediately if you notice any
noticeable changes in the device's behaviour.
• In the event of imminent danger or in an emergen-
cy, switch off the engine immediately - set the stop
switch to STOP or 0.
• Do not drop the device or hit it against obstacles.
If the device has been subjected to improper use,
always check that it is in a safe operating condition.
• Ensure that the engine is idling properly. The abra-
sive cutting wheel shall not rotate when the engine
is at idle. If the abrasive cutting wheel rotates with
the engine at idle, have the device repaired by a
specialist dealer.
• Only use the device when standing on firm, safe
and level ground. Avoid abnormal postures. Slip-
pery ground or unstable standing surfaces (e.g.
on a ladder) can cause loss of balance or loss of
control of the device. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of the
device in unexpected situations.
• Do not work above shoulder height.
• Never carry out the work alone. In an emergency,
someone must be nearby.
• Always hold the device with your right hand on the
rear handle and your left hand on the front handle
(see Fig. 9). Even if you are left-handed! Holding
using the opposite grip increases the risk of injuries
and must be avoided.
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