Baroness SP05A, Owner'S Operating Manual

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If fuel 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 tanks and container caps
securely.
Check that operator's presence controls,
safety switches and shields are attached and
functioning properly.
Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
If the brake operation is faulty, be sure to
adjust or repair them before operating the
machine.
Replace faulty mufflers.
Operation
Do not operate the engine in a confined
space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
Only operate in good light, keeping away
from holes and hidden hazards.
Before attempting to start the engine,
disengage all attachments, shift into neutral,
and engage the parking brake.
Only start engine from the operator's
position.
Use seat belts if provided.
Remember there is no such thing as a safe
slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care.
To guard against overturning:
Do not stop or start suddenly when going
up or downhill.
Engage clutch slowly, always keep
machine in gear, especially when traveling
downhill.
Machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during tight turns.
Stay alert for humps and hollows and
other hidden hazards.
Never operate across the face of the
slope, unless the machine is designed for
this purpose.
Never drive the machine on a slope with
an angle of gradient that is greater than
that specified or in a place where there is
a danger of the machine slipping.
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Use extra care while operating machine with
a grass catcher or other attachments.
They can affect the stability of the machine.
Never operate the machine with damaged
guards, shields, or without safety protective
devices in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted
and functioning properly.
Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine.
Operating the engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
Do the following before leaving the
operator
’ s position.
Stop on level ground.
Change into neutral and set the parking
brake.
Stop the engine and remove the key.
Stop the engine, and remove the ignition key
in the following conditions.
Before refueling.
Before making height adjustment unless
adjustment can be made from the
operator's position.
Before checking, cleaning or working the
machine.
After striking a foreign object or if an
abnormal vibration occurs.
Inspect the machine for damage and
make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
Do not carry passengers.
Never operate while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
Slow down and use caution when making
turns and crossing roads and sidewalks.
Do not operate the machine under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
Take care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or a truck.
Load or unload the machine in a flat and
safe place.
Before loading or unloading, set the parking
brake on the truck or trailer, stop the engine,
and chock the wheels.
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