Persons who operate and maintain the product must be
familiar with the manual and must be informed about
potential dangers.
The liability of the manufacturer and resulting damages
are excluded in the event of modifications of the prod-
uct.
The product may only be operated with original parts
and original accessories from the manufacturer.
The safety, operating and maintenance specifications
of the manufacturer, as well as the dimensions speci-
fied in the technical data, must be observed.
Please note that our products were not designed with
the intention of use for commercial or industrial purpos-
es. We assume no guarantee if the product is used in
commercial or industrial applications, or for equivalent
work.
WARNING
For your own safety, please thoroughly read this
manual and the general safety instructions before
turning the product on. If you give the product to third
parties, always include these usage instructions.
5 Safety instructions
ATTENTION
Attention!
When using products, several safety warnings must
be observed to prevent injuries and damage. For this
reason, please carefully read this operating manual /
safety instructions. If you hand the product over to
another person, please hand over this operating man-
ual / safety instructions as well. We accept no liability
for accidents or damage that occur due to a failure to
observe this manual and the safety instructions.
DANGER
A failure to observe these instructions poses an ex-
treme danger of death or the risk of life-threatening
injuries.
WARNING
A failure to observe these instructions poses a dan-
ger of death or the risk of serious injuries.
CAUTION
A failure to observe these instructions poses a minor
to moderate danger of injury.
NOTE
A failure to observe these instructions poses a risk of
damage to the engine or other property.
Who is not permitted to use the product:
• Children and other people who do are not familiar
with the usage instructions (local stipulations may
specify a minimum age for users).
• People under the influence of alcohol, drugs and
medication, as well as those who are tired or ill.
Safety instructions for hand-operated lawnmowers
• Read the usage instructions with due care. Familiar-
ise yourself with the settings and proper operation
of the machine.
• Never allow children or other persons who are unfa-
miliar with the usage instructions to use the lawn-
mower. Contact your local governmental agency for
information regarding minimum age requirements
for operating the lawnmower.
• Never mow while people, especially children or ani-
mals are nearby. Always keep in mind that the oper-
ator is responsible for accidents involving other per-
sons and/or their property.
• Only mow when visibility is good. It is necessary to
keep third parties away.
• If you give the device to any other person, give
them this operating manual as well.
• Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long
trousers when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in
sandals.
• Check the terrain on which the machine will be used
and remove all objects that could be caught up and
violently flung out of the chute (like stones, toys,
sticks and wires etc.).
• Switch off the engine, wait for it to stop and discon-
nect the spark plug connector if
– You are leaving the device.
– You are removing blockages or obstructions.
– The product has been in contact with foreign ob-
jects.
– Malfunctions and unusual vibrations occur on
the device.
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable:
• Only store fuel in containers (canisters) designed
for this purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuel-
ling.
• Fuel must be filled before starting the engine. While
the engine is running or immediately after switching
off the product, do not open the fuel filler cap or add
fuel.
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