C
ongraTULaTions
You are now the proud owner of an Etesia mower.
This extremely reliable and tough machine has been specially
designed to give many years of service.
In order to prolong the life of your mower and keep it in excellent
working order, read this manual carefully and always follow the
safety recommendations and maintenance instructions.
Store this booklet in a safe place for any later need. This mower is
only done to mow lawn. Any use out of lawn is to avoid.
As part of our commitment to excellence, we are constantly seeking
new ways of improving our products. For this reason, your model
may differ slightly from the description in this manual. Up-to-date
technical information can be obtained from your dealer who will be
happy to resolve any queries you may have.
Before Using yoUr Mower
• Prior to use, check that safety labels are present on the mower as
indicated in the manual. If any safety labels are missing, inform
your dealer immediately.
• The mower is required by law to carry the safety labels.
• Before using your mower, make sure that you are completely
familiar with the controls and operating instructions so that you are
able to stop the machine quickly.
• Before mowing, always clear the lawn of stones, pieces of wood or
metal, wire, bones, plastic, branches and other debris liable to be
thrown out by the mower.
Low branches liable to cause injury to the user should also be
removed.
• Before mowing each time, ensure that the cutting blade is in good
condition and tight and that the handlebar is locked.
• Loose clothing and short trousers should not be worn when using
the mower. Always wear stout and closed shoes. Never use the
mower barefoot or wearing sandals. Wear ear defenders.
1• YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS
• Always follow these instructions when using your mower.
• Children under the age of 16 years, and people not familiar with the
mower must not be allowed to use the machine.
• Never allow anyone who is not familiar with the operating manual
to use your mower.
• Never drive your mower too close to embankments or ditches, on
soft ground, or where there is a risk of overturning.
• Never operate the machine when feeling tired or unwell, or after
consuming alcohol or taking medicine.
• The user is responsible for ensuring the safety of others within the
area where the mower is being used. Whilst mowing, take care to
avoid injury to others caused by flying stones and other objects.
• Keep a safe distance from people and animals when the engine is
running. Never start the machine when they are close by.
• Never remove warning labels or safety instructions.
• The mower must have its collection bag and/or its safety shield/
deflector. Frequently check that the collection bag shows no signs
of wear or deterioration. Never use the mower if the protection is
defective.
• Never place hands or feet under the cutting deck.
• Keep your hands and legs clear of rotating or moving parts. Always
keep clear of the ejection opening.
• Before removing the grassbox or change the cutting height
adjustment, stop the engine or the blade rotation.
• The hydraulic transmission of your mower uses pressurized oil.
Never start the mower without the hydraulic transmission cowling:
pressurized hydraulic fluid that could escape could have sufficient
force to penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries in which case
medical help would be needed right away.
• Avoid obstacles such as mole hills, concrete pedestals, tree stumps
and edging, which cannot be cut by the blade and which could
damage the cutting mechanism specially the blade.
• Change the blade after any shock.
• Operate the mower only in broad daylight or with good artificial
lighting.
• Whenever possible, do not mow wet grass.
• Respect the minimum safety distance given by the handlebars.
When using the mower on slopes, it is necessary to be particularly
careful and to exercise a great deal of caution when changing
direction. Mow at right angles to the slope, never up or down.
• It should not be used on slopes that are too steep
(see picture 1 -
page 8).
• Never run but advance steadily and minding your step especially on
slopes.
• Be very careful if you reverse the mower or pull it back towards
yourself.
• Do not change the motor speed regulation settings or use the motor
at too high a speed.
• warning:
NEVER ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RUN IN
CONFINED AREAS.EXHAUST GASES CONTAIN MONXIDE,
WHICH IS ODOURLESS AND CAN KILL.
• Never leave the engine running unsupervised.
• Stop the engine for any maintenance on the mower.
• The drive and blade clutch levers never have to be locked in
working position.
• If the mower has to be lifted or transported, stop the engine and
remove the spark plug cap.
• If you drive the mower out of the lawn, stop the engine and the
blade rotation.
• Be sure also to comply with any legal requirements relating to the
use of machines with thermal engines.
• These precautions are indispensable for your safety. The
recommendations given are not exhaustive however. Use your
mower judiciously at all times.
• By loading and unloading the machine it is recommended to use
ramps or to ask help for the loading operation.
MainTenanCe and sTorage
• Always maintain the machine and accessories in perfect working
conditions.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for greater safety.