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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 bypass 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 feasible
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 must be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed;
Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors
and/or grass catchers, in place;
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine;
Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s);
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine;
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute;
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Do not touch rotating blade.
always Keep clear of the discharge opening;
Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running;
If the machine should start vibrating abnormally, stop the engine and visually inspect the cutting
mechanism to ensure it is in good condition. Vibration is usually a warning sign for trouble.
A damaged cutting blade must be replaced immediately with a new replacement blade
The engine and exhaust of the lawnmower become hot while running and can cause a burn. Ensure these
are not touched.
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 fitted remove the key:
- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower;
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the lawn mower;
- If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately);
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have
