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GB | Operating Instructions
General safety information for power tools
Warning! Read all safety-related infor-
mation and safety instructions!
Failure to observe the safety information and
instructions may result in electric shock, burns
and/or severe injury.
Keep the safety information and instructions
for future reference.
If not used properly this lawn mower can be
dangerous! This lawn mower can cause seri-
ous injury to the operator and other, the war-
ning and safety instruction must be followed
to ensure reasonable safety and effi ciency
in using this lawn mower. The operator is re-
sponsible for following the warning and safe-
ty instruction in this manual and on the lawn
mower. Never use the mover unless the grass
box or guards are correctly positioned.
Training
a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment;
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawn mower.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the
operator;
c) Never mow while people, especially children,
or pets are nearby;
d) Keep in mind that the operator or user is re-
sponsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
Preparation
a) While mowing, always wear substantial foot-
wear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals;
b) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equip-
ment is to be used and remove all objects
which can be thrown by the machine;
c) WARNING: Before using, always visually in-
spect 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;
Operation
a) Move only in daylight or in artifi cial light;
b) Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,
where feasible;
c) Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
d) Walk, never run;
e) For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the
face of slopes, never up and down;
f) Exercise extreme caution when changing di-
rection on slopes;
g) Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
h) Use extreme caution when reversing or
pulling the lawn mower towards you;
i) Stop the blade(s) if the lawn mower has to
be tilted for transportation when crossing sur-
faces other than grass, and when transporting
the lawn mower to and from the area to be
mowed.
j) Never operate the lawn mower with defective
guards, or without safety devices, for example
defectors and/or grass catchers, in place;
k) Switch on the motor carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade(s);
l) Do not tilt the lawn mower when switching on
the motor, except if the lawn mower has to be
tilted for starting in the case, do not tilt more
than absolutely necessary and lift only the
part which is away from the operator;
m) Do not put hands or feet near or under rota-
ting parts. Keep clear of the discharge ope-
ning at all times;
n) Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the
engine is running;
o) Stop the engine before clearing blockages or
unclogging chute;
-before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawn mower;
-after striking a foreign object, inspect the
lawn mower for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the lawn
mower;
-If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately);
p) Stop the engine
-Whenever you leave the lawn mower.
Maintenance and storage
a) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition;
b) Check the grass catcher frequently for wear
or deterioration;
c) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Safety warnings for the lawn mower:
a) Not to use the lawn mower if the cords are
damaged or worn.