Safety Warnings; General Instructions; Personal Protective Equipment - Makita UV3600 Manual De Instrucciones

• Risk of electrical shock.
• Keep the cord away from the cutting tools
or wheels.
• Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment
together with household waste material!
In observance of the European Directive,
on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment
and its implementation in accordance with
national law, electric equipment that have
reached the end of their life must be col-
lected separately and returned to an envi-
ronmentally compatible recycling facility.

SAFETY WARNINGS

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP INSTRUCTION
REFERENCE
Do not start to operate the machine until you
have read these operating instructions. Observe all the
instructions given, and install the machine as described.
Intended use of the machine
• This machine is intended for scarifying or raking in
gardens.
• The scarifier is intended for private use only, and not for
commercial use. Do not use it in public places either.

General Instructions

• Read this instruction manual to become familiar with
handling of the machine. Handling the machine by the
users insufficiently informed increases the risk of fire,
electric shock, or personal injury to themselves as well
as the others.
• Do not lend the machine to people who have unproven
to be experienced.
• When lending the machine, always attach this
instruction manual.
• The machine is not intended for use by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge. Young children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the machine.
• Operate only if you are in good physical condition.
Perform all work calmly and carefully. The user is
responsible for all safety of persons and damages
around the operating area.
• Never use this machine after consumption of alcohol or
drugs, or if feeling tired or ill.
• Take a rest to prevent loss of control caused by fatigue.
We recommend taking a 10 to 20-minute rest every
hour.
• Use the machine in accordance with these instructions,
considering the working conditions and the application.
Unintended use of the machine could result in a
hazardous situation.
• National or local regulation can restrict the handling of
the machine.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate machine when you are tired.
MANUAL FOR FUTURE

Personal protective equipment

• Dress Properly. The clothing worn should be functional
and appropriate, i.e. it should be tight-fitting but not
cause hindrance. Do not wear either jewelry or clothing
which could become entangled in to machine. Wear
protecting hair covering to contain long hair.
• Always wear ear protections to avoid hearing loss.
• Wear protective glasses or goggles to protect eyes from
flying objects and debris.
• Wear protective gloves to prevent injury to fingers.
• Wear dust mask to reduce the risk of injury.
• When using the machine, always wear sturdy shoes
with a non-slip sole. This protects against injuries and
ensures a good footing.
• While operating the machine, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the machine
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Work area safety
• Keep children and bystanders, including animals, away
while operating the machine.
• Check the work area whether there are no stones,
wires, glass, or other foreign objects. Foreign object
may be caught up or flung by the machine, result in
damage or injury.
• Operate the machine under good visibility and daylight
conditions only. Do not operate the machine in darkness
or fog.
• Do not operate machine in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. The machine creates sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• Do not expose the machine to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering the machine may increase the risk of
electric shock.
Starting up the machine
• Before connect the plug or switch on the machine:
– Check the plug and cord and confirm that they
are good condition.
– Check all the screws, nuts and other fasteners
are properly secured.
– Check cutting tools are in place and good working
condition.
– Check guards and safe devices, such as
deflectors or grass catcher, function well.
– Check the air vents are not covered by dust or
other foreign materials. Clean them with a soft
brush or cloth if they are blocked.
– Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
– Check all the parts of the machine carefully to
determine if it operates properly and performs
its intended function. Especially, never use the
machine if the switch does not work normally.
– Make sure the switch is off side to prevent
unintentional start.
– Check all tools for maintenance, such as
adjusting wrench or spanner are removed.
• If the supply cord is damaged, ask Makita authorized
service center to replace it, always use genuine
replacement parts.
• Never use the machine if safety device, such as deflector
guard or grass catcher, is damaged or missing.