Petrol is highly flammable !!
Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose ;
Refuel outdoors only with the engine stopped 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 ; allow the engine at least 2 minutes to cool before refuelling.
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. Clean up
before starting the engine. Do not overfill !
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely before staring the engine ;
Replace faulty silencers;
Before each use, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are
not worn or damaged., but secure and that the machine is in a safe working condition. Replace worn
or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance;
Before each use inspect the cutting blade for any bends, cracks or worn and replace when required
with a replacement blade that needs the original specification as listed in this manual
Grass collector parts are subject to wear, damage or deterioration this could expose moving parts and
allow foreign objects to be thrown from the machine. For safety, check all components frequently and
replace worn or damaged parts where necessary
USE ORIGINAL SPARE PART. Parts not produced by manufacturer may cause poor fit and possible injury
Do not change the engine governor setting or the speed of the engine, as excessive engine speeds are
dangerous. Do not adjust the throttle while the engine is running.
Do not smoke near the machine. All cigarettes and other sources of ignition must be removed
from the area
OPERATION
WARNING ! DANGER !
Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
Do not operate the lawnmower whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Do not hold self drive in position while starting the engine. This must not be completed until the
engine is running
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light ;
Always be sure of your footing on slopes as a slip and fall can cause serious personal injury ;
If you feel you are losing your footing always release the OPC/Operators Presence Control handle
immediately and the blade with stop rotating within a few seconds ;
The Operators Presence Control (OPC) handle is a safety device. NEVER attempt to bypassy its
operation as this makes the safety device inoperative and can result in injuries through contact with the
cutting blade. The OPC handle must operate freely in both directions and release automatically to the
disengaged position when let go.
Walk, never run. Hold the handles firmly
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where possible
Do not operate the lawnmower whilst under the influence of Drugs or alcohol
Do not hold self drive in position while starting the engine. This must not be completed until the
engine is running
When using wheeled or rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. A slope
gauge must be used and if the slope is greater than 20 degrees you must not operate the lawnmower on
the area or it may result in serious injury
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you;
Stop the blade(s) if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than
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