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1. SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Instructions
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Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment.
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Never allow children to use this mower. If the mower is given to an other people, also give this manual.
Also make sure that this person uses this device only after receiving the necessary instructions. Local
laws may restrict the age of the user.
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Never mow while people, especially children, or animals are nearby.
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or risks that may occur to other
persons or their properties.
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If necessary, have training with an experienced person in order to use in a safe way this tool.
Preparation
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During mowing, always wear safety shoes and long pants. Do not use the equipment barefoot or wearing
sandals open.
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Wear personal protective equipment including at least: clothes of protection, gloves, foot protection, mask,
ocular and hearing protection
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Carefully inspect the area where equipment is being used by removing all objects that may be affected by
the machine.
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WARNING - Gasoline is extremely flammable.
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Add fuel before starting. Do not remove the fuel tank cap while the machine is running or when it is
hot.
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If the fuel has spilled or leaked, do not attempt to start the machine but move the machine away from
the leakage area and avoid creating a source of ignition until the gasoline vapors has dissipated.
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Refuel only outside and do not smoke during refueling.
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Store fuel in tanks specifically designated for this purpose.
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Replace the fuel tank or the defective gasoline plug securely.
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Replace defective mufflers.
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Before use, always inspect visually that the blades, blade assembly and blade lock are not worn or
damaged. Replace blades and blade assemblies that are not in good condition to maintain balance.
Contact the manufacturer or your dealer in order to have a list of recommended blades. Non-
recommended blades can give a risk of malfunctions, injuries and accidents.
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The blades must be balanced to ensure proper operation and to be able to work safely.
Operation
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Do not use the machine in a confined space or hazardous carbon monoxide emissions can be collected.
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Mow only under daylight or under good artificial light.
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Avoid using the equipment on greasy grass, where possible.
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Always be sure of your walking on the slopes.
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Walk,
never
run.
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For lawn mowers, mow across slopes, never from top to bottom.
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Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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Stop the blades if the mower is to be tilted during transport when crossing surfaces other than grass, and
when transporting the mower due to the area to be mowed.
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Do not mow on steep slopes.
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Use extreme caution when tipping or pulling the mower towards you.
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Never use the mower with defective guards, or without safety devices such as baffles and or collection
bins, which are not in place.
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Do not change the motor configuration or increase the speed.
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For starting, disengage all blades, the gears must be in neutral, the traction control lever must be released.
Set foot well away from the blades.
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Before starting the engine or starting the engine, carefully read and understand all instructions.
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Do not tilt the mower when starting the machine or turn on the engine, unless the mower needs to be tilted
for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part that is furthest
away from the user.
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Do not start the machine by standing in front of the ejection
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Do not place hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clean the mouth of the grass extractor.
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Never take or carry the mower while the machine is running.
