Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining
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Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining
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Customer Helpline
0845 034 2279
www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk
Customer Helpline
0845 034 2279
www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk
WARNING!
Keep this operating and maintenance manual in a safe place for reference at a later
date.
WARNING!
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
WARNING!
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
WARNING!
Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. Keep in mind that the
operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
WARNING!
This appliance is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
WARNING!
Do not touch rotating blade.
General Safety
Safety Information
a) Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect;
b) Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light;
c) Avoid operating the equipment on wet grass, where feasible;
d) Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
e) Walk, never run;
f) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down;
g) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
h) Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
i) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you;
j) Stop the blade if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other
than grass, and when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed;
k) Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place;
l) Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine;
m) Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade;
n) Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine;
o) Do not start the engine without the grass collector located;
p) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times;
q) Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running;
r) Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable, making sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop:
- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;
- After striking a foreign object, inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the lawnmower;
- If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally, check immediately;
s) Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have come to
a complete stop before refueling;
Operation
Safety Information
Preparation
a) While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals;
b) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which
can be thrown by the machine;
c)
WARNING!
Petrol is highly flammable: store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose;
- refuel outdoors only 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;
- 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;
- replace all fuel tank and container caps securely;
d) Replace faulty silencers;
e) Prior to use, visually inspect to see that the blade, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn
or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance;
