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SAFETY RULES
8) The Mower is equipped with a series of safety micro-switches and devices which must never be removed,
altered or tampered with. Removing these devices invalidates the warranty and the manufacture declines
any responsibility.
B)
PREPARATION
1)
While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2)
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine (stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)
3)
Before using/always carry out a visual inspection, particularly of the blades, seeing that the screws and
cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and screws in sets to
preserve balance.
4)
Take care as the rotation of one blade can cause the other blade to turn.
C)
OPERATION
1)
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
2)
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
3)
Please consult machine operator’s manual for details on operation on slopes
4)
Remember there is no such thing as a "safe" slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against overturning:
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It is advisable to use a front counterweight (supplied on request);
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Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill;
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Always keep the machine in gear, especially when travelling downhill;
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Machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns;
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Stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards;
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Never mow across the face of the slope.
5)
Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other than grass. When moving the Mower away from
the lawn disengages the blades and put the cutting plate into the highest position.
6)
Never operate the Mower as a lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
7)
Before leaving the operator's position:
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Disengage the blades and lower the Mower.
8)
Disengage blades, stop the engine and remove key:
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Before carrying out any work beneath the cutting deck or unclogging the chute;
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Before checking, cleaning or working on Mower;
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After striking a foreign object. Inspect the Mower for damage and make repairs before restarting
and operating the Mower;
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If the Mower starts to vibrate abnormally (immediately check and remove the cause of the vibration)
