Safety Regulations; General Safety Instructions; When Transporting The Equipment - AL-KO solo 137 Mode D'emploi

These safety instructions are specific to properties and components of the installed engine nd are in
addition to the information in the operating manual for the entire device.

3.1 General safety instructions

Read the operating instructions and the operating manual for the entire device carefully before
placing in service and keep them in a safe place. Use this power tool with particular caution.
Non-observance of safety instructions can lead to a risk to life. Also observe any regulations from your
professional body. These operating instructions and the operating manual for the entire device must
always be available at the place of work. All individuals instructed to work with the equipment (including
maintenance, care and repair), should read these instructions and the operating manual for the entire
device.
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Never alter, change or modify any safety equipment or functional assemblies on this machine.
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Only use this machine if it is in good, safe condition. Always check the machine prior to use. Risk of
accident!
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The reliability and safe operation of your machine depend on the quality of parts used with the
machine. Only use original spare parts. Original spare parts are identical with genuine production parts
and guarantee best quality in material, dimensions, function and safety. Original parts and accessories
are available from your specialist dealer. Your dealer has been supplied with appropriate
documentation to determine the correct parts. Your dealer is frequently supplied with updates about
improvements to the equipment. Please note that the use of non-original parts will void your warranty.
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Always store the machine in a safe place and in such a way that it will not pose any danger. Stop the
engine when the machine is not used.
Persons who disregard safety instructions, operating or maintenance instructions may be liable for any
damage or consequential losses.
3.2 Fuelling
Petrol is very light and highly flammable. Keep away from open flames and never spill fuel. Do
not smoke at the operating site or at and near the refuelling site!
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Stop the engine prior to refuelling.
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Let the engine cool down before refuelling - fire risk!
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Open the tank lid slowly to allow any excess pressure in the tank to be reduced without the risk of
petrol spraying out.
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Fuel may contain substances similar to solvents. Prevent products made from mineral oil coming into
contact with skin and eyes. Wear protective gloves during filling with fuel. Frequently change and clean
protective clothing.
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Avoid breathing in fuel vapour.
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The refuelling site should be well ventilated.
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Avoid any soil spillage of fuel or oil (protection of the environment). Use a suitable mat.
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Immediately clean any spilled fuel on the machine. Change contaminated clothing without delay.
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Firmly tighten all tank lids. This will reduce the risk of spillage from lids, which have become loose from
engine vibrations.
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Check for petrol leaks. Do not start the machine or work with the machine if there is a petrol leak. Life
threatening risk from burns!
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Store fuel and oil in approved and correctly labelled containers.

3.3 When transporting the equipment

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Always turn off the engine when transporting the machine.
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To prevent fuel running out and associated damages, secure the equipment against tipping over
during vehicle transportation. Check the tank for leaks. It is advisable to drain the tank before
transportation.
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Drain the tank before despatching the equipment.

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