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Warning! The lawnmower exhaust gas contains toxic
substances, Do not start or run engine indoors or in
an enclosed area, even if windows and doors are
open.
Conforms to relevant safety standards
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check your local authority or retailer for recycling advice.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Training
1.Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the equipment;
2.Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
lawnmower. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator;
3.Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby;
4.Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
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 can be thrown by the machine;
3.Warning - petrol is highly
fl
ammable.
-Store fuel in containers speci
fi
cally designed for this purpose;
-Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling;
-Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or
add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot;
-If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine
away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until
petrol vapour have dissipated;
-Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely;
4.Replace faulty silencers;
5.Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and
cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades
and bolts in sets to preserve balance;
6.On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other
blades to rotate.
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Operation
1. Do not operate the engine in a con
fi
ned space where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect;
2. Move only in daylight or in good arti
fi
cial light;
3. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible;
4. Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
5. Walk, never run;
6. For wheeled rotary machines, move across the face of slopes, never up and
down;
7. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
8. Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
9. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you;
10.Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when
crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawnmower to
and from the area to be mowed;
11.Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety
devices, for example de
fl
ectors and/or grass catchers, in place;
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine;
13.Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine;
14.Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blade(s);
15.Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine or switching on the motor,
except if the lawnmower has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it
more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the
operator;
16.Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute;
17.Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times;
18.Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running;
19.Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire , make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete stop and, where a key is
fi
tted remove
the key:
-Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
-Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;
-After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower;
-If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately);
-Whenever you leave thelawnmower;
-Before refueling;
21.Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if the engine is
provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing;
22.Go slow when using a trailing seat.
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