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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the con-
trols and the proper use of the equipment.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these in-
structions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may
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 acci-
dents 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 euipment is to be
used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the
machine.
3. WARNING - Petrol is higly flammable.
- Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this pur-
pose.
- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.
- Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the
cap of thefuel tank or add petrol while the engine is run-
ning 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 vapours
have dissipated.
- Replace all fuel tanks 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 pre-
serve balance.
Operation
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dan-
gerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial 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, mow across the face of
slopes, never up an 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 lawn-
mower 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 exaple deflectors and/or catch-
ers, in place.
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine.
13. Disengage transmission 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 dis-
charge 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:
- 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 imme-
diately).
20. Stop the engine whenever you leave the lawnmower and
before refuelling.
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.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure equipment
is in safe working condition.
2. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
3. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
4. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, bat-
tery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass,
leaves or excessive grease.
5. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deteriora-
tion.
6. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
7. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done out-
doors.
BEFORE OPERATING
Filling the crankcase with oil (fig. 2)
The engine is supplied without oil in the crankcase. Therefore,
before starting the engine:
1. Place the machine on a flat surface.
2. Pull the dipstick out, unscrewing cap counterclockwise.
3. Slowly pour about 0,60 l of SAE 30 (SE,SF, SG) oil in the
sump.
4. Let the oil settle for a couple of minutes.
5. Clean the dipstick with a rag and replace it turning the cap
in a clockwise direction.
6. Pull the dipstick out again and check oil level is just below
the “FULL” or “MAX” notch.
ATTENTION:
1. Do not fill beyond level as this may damage the engine.
2. To keep your engine in good working order, change the
oil after the first 2 hours of use and then every 25 working
hours.
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