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4.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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On the machine and in this manual there are warnings and indications
accompanied by this symbol:
it indicates the presence of a potential hazard for which particular caution
should be taken for your own safety and for the safety of others who may
be within the operating range of the machine.
All accident prevention rules in this manual are important and must be
observed. Always keep the manual handy and read it carefully to learn
how to use the machine safely. Do not allow anyone to use the machine
without having received comprehensive instructions.
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Risk of injury
Before doing any maintenance, disconnect the spark plug and read the
instruction manual.
Danger of bursting
Rim separation or tyre bursting can cause serious injury or even death. Be
sure to maintain tyre pressure at the level recommended in this manual,
excessive pressure can cause the tyre to burst.
If a tyre is damaged or cut, do not use it, it could burst. To replace or repair
it, contact a specialised centre.
Danger of burns
Take particular care not to come into contact with hot engine parts.
Danger of gas inhalation
Exhaust fumes can cause serious damage to health or death.
If it is necessary to start the engine in an enclosed space, use an
extension piece to the exhaust pipe to blow out the smoke. Work in a well
ventilated area.
Danger of fire
Handle fuel with care as it is highly flammable; do not refuel while smoking,
near open flames or sparks, when the engine is running.
Danger of injury from sharp knives
Do not put hands or feet under the all purpose flail mower when the
engine is running.
Danger of thrown objects, keep a safe distance
Do not work with the all purpose flail mower on gravel or foreign bodies
that can be thrown at a distance and be very dangerous.
Keep people at least 15 m away when the machine is running.
Risk of injury caused by transmission parts
When the engine is running, never touch pulleys or belts, do not carry out
maintenance and keep hands away from the indicated area.
