ALDI GPMXSZ461, User Manual

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46CM Petrol Lawnmower 46CM Petrol Lawnmower
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Safety Safety
children) with reduced physical, sensory 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.
− Do not touch the rotating blade.
− While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals;
− Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all objects which can be thrown up by the
machine;
− Petrol is highly flammable: store fuel in containers
specifically designed for this purpose;
• refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling;
• add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the
cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot;
• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours
have dissipated;
• replace all fuel tank and container caps securely;
− Replace faulty silencers;
− Prior to use, visually inspect to see that the blade, blade bolts
and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve
balance;
− Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in a safe working condition;
− Never store the equipment with petrol remaining in the tank
inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or
spark;
− Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure;
− To reduce the risk of a fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease;
− Check the grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration;
− Replace worn or damaged parts for continued safety;
− If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
− Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect;
− Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light;
− Where possible avoid operating the equipment on wet grass;
− Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
− Walk, never run;
− Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down;
− Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
− Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
− Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
lawnmower towards you;
− Stop the blade if the lawnmower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and
when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be
mowed;
− Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or
without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass
catchers, in place;
− Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed
the engine;
− Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with
feet well away from the blade;
− Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine;
− Do not start the engine without the grass collector located;
− Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times;
− Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is
running;