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• Carefully inspect the area where the machine
is to be used and remove any stones, wires,
bones or other foreign objects.
• Always check the machine before use to
make sure that the blades, blade screws
and cutter unit are not worn or damaged.
If the blades or screws are worn or
damaged, always replace the complete
set to avoid imbalance.
• Always check the machine before using it
for loose parts, fuel leakage and damage
etc. Damaged parts must be replaced
before the machine is used.
Use
• Only use the machine in daylight, or in
good artificial lighting.
• If possible, avoid using the machine when
the grass is wet.
• Make sure you always have a good footing
on sloping ground.
• Always maintain a firm footing and good
balance. This is especially important on
sloping surfaces.
• Do not overreach – this can cause you to
lose your balance or touch hot parts of
the machine.
• Never run with the machine.
• Be very careful when changing direction
on slopes.
• Do not work on very steep slopes.
• Be very careful when going backwards or
pulling the machine towards you.
• Never use the machine if the guards or
covers are dismantled or damaged.
• Start the engine according to the instructions.
Keep your feet away from the blades.
• If the machine must be tilted, do not tilt it
more than is absolutely necessary. Lift up
the end furthest away from the user.
Always keep both hands in operating
mode before lowering the machine to the
ground.
• Keep your hands and feet away from
moving parts.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The machine is not intended to be used by
persons (children or adults) with any form
of functional disorders, or by persons who
do not have sufficient experience or
knowledge on how to use it, unless they
have received instructions concerning the
use of the machine from someone who is
responsible for their safety.
• Children must be supervised to ensure
they do not play with the machine.
Training
• Read these instructions carefully.
Familiarise yourself with the controls on
the machine and how to use them.
• Never use the machine for anything other
than the purpose it was designed for.
• Never allow children, or anyone who is
unfamiliar with the machine and these
instructions, to use it. There may be local
regulations for the minimum age of
persons allowed to use the machine.
Keep children under supervision to make
sure they do not play with the machine.
• The user is responsible for any accidents
or risks to other persons or property.
• Never start the engine indoors or in an
enclosed area – risk of carbon monoxide
poisoning.
Preparations
• Check that there are no people, animals
or other obstacles in the work area. Keep
people and animals at least 15 metres
away from the work area.
• The distance to overhead obstacles, e.g.
electric cables, must not be less than 10 cm.
• Remove any objects that can fasten in, or
be thrown out, by the machine.
Always wear heavy-duty shoes and long
trousers when using the machine.
• Do not use the machine if you are
barefoot or wearing open shoes.