Engine Model:
Briggs & Stratton
Classic,
450 and 500 Series
Page
2 of 32 B&S Classic, 450 and 500 Series Selfhelp
Guide 2011, Issue 1.0
1 Safety Precautions
Your lawnmower should be used with due care and attention. Symbols have
therefore been placed on various parts of the machine to remind you of the
main precautions to be taken. Their meaning is explained below. You are also
asked to read the safety precautions listed below.
1.
Warning:
Read the
instruction manual
before using the
machine.
2.
Beware of thrown
objects:
Keep other
people at a safe
distance whilst working.
3.
Warning:
Disconnect
the spark plug cap
before carrying out any
repairs or
maintenance.
4.
Beware of cutting:
Moving blades. Do not
put hands or feet near
the blades.
The following safety precautions must be observed at all times. Please read
them very carefully.
TRAINING:
1.
Read the instructions carefully.
Get familiar with the controls and proper use
of the equipment. Learn how to stop the engine quickly.
2.
Only use the lawnmower for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e. for
cutting and collecting grass.
Any other use can be hazardous, causing
damage to the machine. Examples of improper use may include, but are not
limited to:
•
Transport of people, children or animals on the machine;
•
Being transported by the machine;
•
Using the machine to tow or push loads;
•
Using the machine for leaf or debris collection;
•
Using the machine to trim hedges, or for cutting vegetation other than
grass;
•
Use of the machine by more than one person;
•
Using the blade on surfaces other than grass.
3. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
4. Never use the lawnmower:
•
When people, especially children, or pets are nearby;
•
If the operator has taken medicine or substances that can affect his ability
to react and concentrate.
5. Remember that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
6. Never put your hands, feet or any implement under the cutter deck or inside the
rear discharge chute. The cutter blade will continue to rotate for some time after
