Original Instructions
Safety instructions.
Training
9.
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment;
10. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator;
11. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby;
12. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
Preparation
13. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals;
14. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which can bethrown by the machine;
15. Warning-petrol is highly flammable.
-Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose;
- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling;
-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;
16. Replace faulty silencers;
17. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly
are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve
balance;
18. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
Operation
45. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes
can collect;
46. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light;
47. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible;
48. Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
49.
Walk, never run;
50. For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down;
51. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
52. Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
53. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you;
54. Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing
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