15. Prolonged use of the machine may lead to disorders of blood circulation in hands
caused by vibration. These effects can be worsened by low ambient tempera-
tures and/or by gripping the handgrips excessively tightly. Period of use you can
extend with appropriate gloves or regular breaks. Take frequent work breaks.
Vibration may cause the following symptoms to occur in the fingers, hands or
wrists: "Falling asleep" (numbness), tingling, pain, stabbing sensation, alteration
of skin colour or of the skin. If any of these symptoms occur, see a physician.
3.5
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the machine is in safe working
condition.
2.
Check the grass collector frequently for wear or deterioration.
3.
Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent entrapment of the fin-
gers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
4.
Always allow the machine to cool down before storage.
5.
When servicing the blade, be aware that, even though the power source is
switched off, the blades can still be moved.
6.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only genuine replacement parts
and accessories.
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