Scheppach 5810701904, Translation From The Original Instruction Manual

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GB

The operating instructions as supplied by the manu-

facturer must be obeyed to ensure that the equip-

ment is used properly. Any use which is not express-

ly permitted in the manual may result in damage to 

the equipment and place the user in serious danger. 

Be sure to observe the restrictions in the safety in-

structions.

Please note that our equipment has not been de-

signed for use in commercial, trade or industri-

al applications. Our warranty will be voided if the 

equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial 

businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Important. Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the 

user, the petrol power scythe must not be used to 

carry out the following work: to clean dirt and debris 

off walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. 

Similarly, the petrol power scythe must not be used 

to level out high areas such as molehills. For safety 

reasons, the petrol power scythe must not be used as 

a drive unit for other work tools or toolkits of any kind.

The equipment is allowed to be used only for its pre-

scribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a 

case of misuse. The user/operator and not the man-

ufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of 

any kind resulting from such misuse.

Non-permitted users:

Persons who are not familiar with the operating man-

ual, children, young people under the age of 16 as 

well as persons under the influence of alcohol, drugs 

or medication, tired or sick must not operate the unit.

Working hours for gasoline brush cutter

While it is permitted to use a brush cutter at any time, 

operators should always show due consideration to 

others living nearby.

5. Important information

Safety instructions

This appliance is not intended for use by persons 

(including children) with reduced physical, senso-

ry or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and 

knowledge, unless they have been given supervision 

or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a 

person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they 

do not play with the appliance.

1.  Training

•  Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the 

controls and the proper use of the appliance.

•  Never mow while people, especially children, or 

pets are nearby.

•  The operator or user is responsible for accidents of 

hazards occurring to other people or their property.

•  Avoid running the engine indoors. The exhaust 

gases contain harmful carbon monoxide.

2.  Preparation

•  While cutting, always wear substantial footwear 

and long trousers.

•  Do not operate the appliance when barefoot or 

wearing open sandals.

•  Thoroughly inspect the area where the appliance 

is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, 

bones, and other foreign objects.

•  Before using, always visually inspect to see that 

the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are 

not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged 

blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

•  On multi-bladed appliances, take care as rotating 

one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

3.  Operation

• 

Operate only in daylight or in good artificial light.

•  Avoid operating the appliance in wet grass, where 

feasible.

•  Always be sure of your footing on slopes.

•  Walk, never run.

•  Exercise extreme caution when changing direc-

tion on slopes.

•  Do not cutting excessively steep slopes.

•  Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the 

appliance towards you.

•  Never operate the appliance with defective guards 

or shields, or without safety devices.

•  Switch on the motor according to instructions and 

with feet well away from the blade(s).

•  Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating 

parts. 

•  Never pick up or carry an appliance while the mo-

tor is running.

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Pull the spark from the socket:

–

whenever you leave the machine;

–

before clearing a blockage;

–

before checking, cleaning or working on the ap-

pliance;

–

after striking a foreign object. Inspect the appliance 

for damage and make repairs as necessary;

–

if the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally (check 

immediately).

4.  Maintenance and storage

•  Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the 

appliance is in safe working condition.

•  Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

•  For rotary mowers, ensure that only replacement 

cutting means of the right type are used.

•  Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank 

inside a building where fumes can reach an open 

flame or spark;

•  Allow the engine to cool before storing in any en-

closure;

• 

To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silenc

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er, battery compartment and petrol storage area 

free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease;

•  If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be 

done outdoors.