Iseki SBC550X, Operation Manual

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I. FOR SAFE OPERATION
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2. BEFORE STARTING THE LAWN MOWER
2.1. Set up an operation plan with sufficient time al-
lowance. A tight plan may result in unexpected
accidents. Especially when operating the lawn
mower under extremely hot, cold, or humid cir-
cumstances, set up an operation schedule or
method which will ensure operational safety.
2.2. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Mow-
ing in the dark may cause unexpected accidents.
2.3. Thoroughly inspect the mowing area and remove
all objects from the mowing area that the lawn
mower can throw, such as stones, toys, sticks,
and wires, which may lead to serious accidents.
2.4. Ensure that there are no people or pets in the
area where you will mow. Keep children out of the
mowing area and under the watchful care of a re-
sponsible adult.
2.5. Do not operate the lawn mower unless the op-
erator’s presence controls, safety switches, and
guards are attached and functioning properly.
2.6. Start the engine from the operating or designated
starting position.
2.7. Before starting the engine, make sure that every-
thing is safe around the lawn mower and put the
traction drive in neutral, apply the parking brake
or parking lock, and disengage the cutting unit(s).
Otherwise, unexpected accidents may occur.
2.8. Start the engine with the starter switch only.
Never attempt to start the engine by shorting the
terminals, or the lawn mower may move abruptly,
and result in unexpected accidents.
2.9. Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
Sufficient ventilation should be provided when
starting the engine in an enclosed area.
2.10. Make sure of safety around the lawn mower and
move slowly when starting. Abrupt starting may
cause unexpected accidents.
2.11. Become familiar with the operation, particularly,
the stopping of the lawn mower. You should be
skilful enough to be able to stop the lawn mower
at will.
2.12. Use only attachments and accessories approved
by the manufacturer and install and operate them
as directed.
FIG. 4