Viking GE 345 Manuel D'utilisation page 19

• Switch off the motor and disconnect the
electrical supply before leaving the appli-
ance unattended.
• Only attach or detach the mulcher contai-
ner with the motor switched off. Never
use a garden mulcher with damaged
safety appliances.
• The safety appliances installed by the
manufacturer must not be
removed or circumvented.
All moving parts must come to a comple-
te standstill:
- before clearing obstructions or
blockages in the ejector channel,
- before inspecting, cleaning, or
working on the mulcher or
opening the tube,
- before leaving the mulcher
unattended.
- before the machine is transported.
• If the mulcher starts making unusual noi-
ses or severe vibrations, the machine
must be inspected immediately
• Note that the cutting tool will run on for a
few seconds after the motor is switched
off.
• Avoid switching the appliance on repea-
tedly within a short period of time, parti-
cularly by "playing" with the on/off switch.
• Owing to the voltage fluctuations caused
by this appliance during the run-up peri-
od, other devices connected to the same
circuit may be subject to interference in
the case of unsuitable power supply con-
ditions.
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In this case, appropriate steps should be
taken (e.g. connection to a different cir-
cuit than the one used by the affected
device, or operation of the appliance
using a circuit with a lower impedance).
Maintenance and repairs
Remove the plug from the power socket
before all work on the appliance.
Only perform the maintenance which are
described in the Owner's Manual.
All other procedures should be carried out by
a specialist dealer.
VIKING recommends that you have
maintenance operations and repairs
performed exclusively by a VIKING specialist
dealer.
VIKING recommends the use of original
VIKING tools, accessories and spare parts.
Their properties are optimally adapted to the
appliance and the user's requirements.
When replacing the cutting tool, make sure
you install the correct type of cutting tool.The
electrical connection lead may only be
repaired or re-newed by an approved
electrician.
• If components or protective devices are
removed as a result of mainte-nance
work, they must be immedia-tely re-fitted
(as per the regulations). To avoid injury,
protective gloves must be worn when
working on the cutting assembly.
• Re-new safety and warning notices on
the appliance if they become illegible.
Your VIKING supplier stocks
replacement stickers.
Warning – electrical hazards
• The power supply wiring, the power sup-
ply socket, the on/off switch and the
connection lead are critically important
items for electrical safety. To avoid expo-
sure to the danger of electrical shock;
damaged cable, couplings, and plugs or
connection leads prohibited by the regu-
lations must not be used.
• Keep the power source clean of debris and
other accumulations to prevent damage to
the power source or
possible fire.
• For the above reason, regularly inspect
the connection lead for signs of damage
or ageing (brittleness).
• When working outside, only use extensi-
on cables which are protec-ted against
the ingress of moisture (see chapter:
Commissioning)
• Although the drive motor is splash proof,
the garden mulcher must not be used in
the rain or in wet
conditions.
• Do not leave the appliance
unprotected in the rain.
• Disconnect the electrical power
supply by removing the plug from the
power socket, do not simply tug on the
connection lead.
• When operating the mulcher in the open,
the power socket should be fitted with a
residual current breaker (r.c.b), or should
be connected to an adapter with a similar
appliance (obligatory in Switzerland).
More precise information can be obtai-
ned from your electrician.
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