Etesia PRO51 D, Original User Manual

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1• YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS
• These precautions are vital to your safety.
However, the recommendations given are not exhaustive and due
care should always be exercised when using your mower.
• By loading and unloading of the machine it is recommanded to use
ramps or to ask help for the loading operation.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Always maintain the machine and accessories in perfect working
condition.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for greater safety.
• Cleaning or servicing the mower should not be started before having
stopped the engine and disconnected the spark plug.
• It is highly unadvisable to use a high pressure cleaner which could
damage some of the parts.
• Always use recently purchased petrol. Old petrol could leave gum
deposits in the carburettor, leading to leaks or make the engine
difficult to start. Only buy unleaded petrol and store for maximum
one month. Store the petrol in a clean container not used for other
purposes.
•
WARNING:
fuel is highly flammable.
• NEVER STORE, POUR OR USE PETROL NEAR A NAKED
FLAME or near devices such as stoves, water-heaters with pilot
lights or any other device liable to produce sparks.
• Always fill in the fuel tank outside a building in an open space. Do
not smoke during this operation.
• Add fuel before starting the engine.
• Never remove the fuel cap whilst the engine is running or hot.
Allow the engine to cool for few minutes before filling.
• Ensure that the fuel tank and fuel can caps are replaced correctly.
• Do not attempt to start the engine when any petrol has been spilt,
when you can smell petrol or when other explosive conditions
are present. Remove the mower from the spillage area and avoid
causing any source of ignition until the petrol vapours have
dispersed.
• Do not carry the mower with petrol in the tank or with the feed tap
open.
• Do not modify the regulator springs, rods or other parts to increase
the engine speed. Operate the engine at the recommended speed.
• Do not check the spark by removing the spark plug. Use an
approved checking system.
• Do not pull the starter when the spark plug is out. If the engine is
flooded, bring the gas lever to the MAXI position and pull until the
engine starts.
• Do not knock the engine wheel with a hammer or hard object.
Otherwise, the wheel may break during operation. Have all major
servicing operations performed by an authorised ETESIA repairer
who has the appropriate tools.
• Do not use the engine without the silencer. Check the silencer
regularly and have it replaced if it is damaged or leaking.
• Do not touch the exhaust pipe, cylinder or fins when hot. Otherwise,
you may get burnt.
• Do not use the mower in wooded areas, brush or on fallow or grassy
ground if the exhaust pipe is not fitted with a spark arrester (the
owner or user is responsible for ensuring that the spark arrester is in
good condition).
• Do not start the engine when the air filter or air filter cover is
removed.
• To prevent the engine from starting accidentally, remove the spark
plug cap during servicing operations.
• Clean the cylinder fins and regulator mechanism of any dirt, grass
residues and other materials which could alter the engine speed.
• Pull the starter cord slowly till you feel resistance. Then pull it
energetically to prevent recoiling and hurting your hand or arm.
• Check the fuel piping and connections for cracks and leaks and
have them changed if necessary.
• The spare blades must only be fitted on machines for which they are
designed, in accordance with the instructions.
• The use of counterfeit parts or poor maintenance can alter the
performance of your product, or present a danger to you and
other people. Use only original parts and follow the maintenance
schedule.
RESPONSIBILITY
• No responsibility will be accepted by the manufacturer in the event
of failure to comply with this manual or with current regulations.
Do not dump your grass clippings in unauthorized areas.
• Never attempt to adjust your mower without the prior approval of
the manufacturer.
• Any modification not authorised by ETESIA could render the machine
dangerous and lead to serious injury during use. ETESIA shall accept
no responsibility if these instructions are not followed.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE MOWER
• The serial number off your mower is on the identification label on
your mower.
• Always give this number to your dealer for all servicing on your
mower.
• You will only be ready to use this mower after you read the safety
instructions. Read completely this manual for the using and the
servicing of the mower.