IKRA Mogatec GM-ES 1000 Gartenmeister Mode D'emploi page 24

(50 ft) away from your own position.
B. Operational Precautions
14. Only use your lawn trimmerfor cutting
grass and weeds next to walls, under
fences, around trees and posts, on
steps, garden paths and patios, under
bushes and hedges, on steep slopes, in
gaps between paving stones, etc.
C. Instructions regarding to safe handling
15. A power circuit breaker must be in-
stalled in the power outlet to which
the tool is connected or on the electric
cord to the tool. Contact an electrician
for further information. For a safe op-
eration, it is recommended to supply
the machine over a fault current safety
breaker (RCD) with a fault current not
over 30 mA.
16. Before starting work check that your
electric tool is in good condition and
that it is operating properly. Pay special
attention to the power supply cord, ex-
tension cord, power outlet, switch and
cutting head.
17. Before using the machine, the line and
extension cords have to be checked for
signs of damage or ageing. Do not use
the tool when the cords are damaged or
worn.
18. If the cord is damaged during utilisa-
tion, it must be disconnected immedi-
ately from the mains. DO NOT TOUCH
THE CORD BEFORE IT IS DISCON-
NECTED FROM THE MAINS.
19. Attention! Danger. The cutting head
continues to rotate after switch-off (fly-
wheel effect). Keep your fingers and
feet well clear to avoid injury.
20. The domestic mains voltage must
match the information relating to mains
voltage in the technical data; do not
use any other supply voltage
21. Only use extension cables that are
intended for outdoor use – minimum
cross section 1.5 mm2. Always reel in
cable drums fully.
22. Secure the extension cable in the cable
strain relief.
23. Do not use damaged power supply
cords, extension cords, couplings,
plugs or cutting heads.
24. Do not switch on the unit when hands
or feet are near the cutting elements.
25. Any device that is used for cutting off
the line represents a danger of injury.
26. In spite of technical and additional
protective measures, there is always
a residual risk when working with the
machine.
27. Keep handles dry and clean.
28. Remove foreign bodies from the work-
ing area.
29. Do not leave the machine unsuper-
vised.
30. Comply with the accident prevention
regulations.
31. Wear goggles or properly fitted safety
glasses, sturdy closed shoes with non-
slip soles, snug-fitting work clothes,
gloves and ear protectors (ear plugs or
ear mufflers).
32. Careless use can cause injuries to hand
and feet by the rotating cutting ele-
ments.
33. Always hold the unit firmly with both
hands on the handles. Make sure you
always have good balance and secure
footing.
34. Work calmly and stay alert. Operate the
tool under good visibility and daylight
conditions only.
35. Arrange the extension cord so that
it cannot be damaged and does not
cause a hindrance.
36. Be careful not to chafe the extension
cord on corners, pointed or sharp ob-
jects. Do not squeeze extension cord,
e.g. through narrow gaps in doors or
windows.
37. Make sure the open side of the protec-
tion guard is pointing away from your-
self before you switch on the tool.
38. Never tug the extension cord to discon-
nect the plug. Always grip the plug.
39. Use particular caution while working in
dense growth areas where your view of
the ground is obscured.
40. Never leave your tool outdoors in rain.
41. Do not cut wet grass or other growth.
Never use in rain.
42. Hold the extension cord so that it is al-
ways away from the rotating nylon line.
43. Transporting the electric tool, e.g. carry-
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