Fieldmann FZR 2004-E, Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC LAWNMOWER
EN Principles of working safety
Preparation for operation
While mowing, always wear appropriate footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
lawnmower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Prior to commencement of the work, thoroughly inspect the working area and remove all
objects which can be thrown by the machine.
ATTENTION!
Before each use of the equipment, make sure that the cutting blade, blade
bolts or generally the whole construction of the lawnmower are not damaged or excessively
worn out. If you wish to replace any damaged or worn-out part which is not a solitary part of
the equipment, always replace the whole set of parts to avoid unbalance.
Operation
Use the equipment only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid mowing in wet grass, where feasible.
Always be sure of your footing and posture while mowing.
Walk at normal pace while mowing, never run.
The following general rules apply to mowing: When mowing on slopes, never mow up and
dow but always across slopes, i.e. horizontally, perpendicularly to slope inclination.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slope.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Use extreme caution when pulling the lawnmower toward you or reversing the lawnmower.
Always stop the blades when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed
and/or when crossing surfaces other than grass.
Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards or shields, or without, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
Always start the engine as described in the operating manual; in doing so, always keep your
feet well away from the blades.
Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine except if the lawnmower has to be tilted to
start. In such case, lift only the part of the lawnmower which is further away from you.
Never put your hands or feet under the lawnmower, especially not under the rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
Never carry the lawnmower while the engine is running.
Always stop the engine first and unplug the plug of the supply cable from the socket; •
only then you can begin to remedy defects or empty the grass catcher box.
Follow the same procedure each time you check, clean or repair the lawnmower.
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Or possibly if you strike a foreign object while mowing inspect the lawnmower for •
damage and make repairs before restarting the engine.
Or if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately!)
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Always stop the engine whenever you leave the lawnmower.