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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ges you to be careful when carrying out certain operations.
Indicates a strong possibility of serious physical injury, even death, if
the instructions are not followed.
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Indicates a possibility of physical injury or damage to the equipment if the ins-
tructions are not followed.
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ay particular attention to information preceded by the following
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NOTE :
Provides useful information.
In case of problems arising or for any questions regarding the accessory, plea-
se contact your distributor.
This mac
hine is designed to ensure a safe and reliable service, if the
machine is used in accordance with the instructions. Before using your
machine, please read and make sure you understand the contents of
this manual. If you do not do this, you run the risk of causing injury and
the equipment can be damaged.
1.
Familiarise yourself with how the machine works and how to operate it
before using it for the first time. Make sure you know how to quickly
stop the blade assembly and the engine. You should also know what
happens with the machine when you perform all the different opera-
tions.
2. Only use the machine for the purpose for which it is intended – soil cul-
tivation. All other usage can prove to be dangerous or lead to damage
to the machine.
3. Your machine is designed in accordance with the applicable European
safety standards: EN 709-ANSI OPEI B 71.8-1996-07/97. For your
own safety, we recommend that you do not modify the characteristics
of your machine.
4. Always be vigilant. Look what you are doing and show good judge-
ment. Do not use the machine when you are tired.
5. Always dress appropriately. Do not wear jewellery or baggy clothing
since these can be trapped by moving parts. Wear tight-fitting clothes,
and sturdy, gripped shoes, which completely cover the foot. Use resi-
lient gloves. Gloves reduce the transmission of vibrations to your
hands.
6.
Never allow children or persons not familiar with the instructions to use
the machine. National regulations may set a minimum age limit of the
user
7.
Do not use the machine:
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When persons, especially children, or animals are in close proximity.
- After having taken medicine or other substances that can have a
negative effect on reflexes and vigilance.
- Without the central protection of the rotating blade assembly or the
left and right protective covers included in the optional lawn dethatcher
accessory.
8.
It is the user’s responsibility to evaluate the potential risks that may
arise in the area to be cultivated. It is also the user’s responsibility to
take all the necessary precautions to ensure his/her safety, in particu-
lar in slopes, and on land that has varying characteristics, is slippery or
which is littered with objects.
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In cases where you are cultivating on slopes, keep the petrol tank no
more than half full to reduce the amount of spilled petrol. Always pay
attention when changing direction on a slope. Do not use the walking
tractor on a gradient of more than 10° (17 %).
10. Bear it in mind that the owner or the user is responsible for accidents
or damage suffered by third parties or their property.
11. Inspect the condition of the machine before using it. As such, you can
avoid an accident or damaging the machine.
12. Ensure that all the fastening points are fully tightened.
13.
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ANGER !
Petrol is highly inflammable.
- Store the fuel in containers specially intended for this purpose
- Only fill the machine with petrol outdoors and before starting the engi-
ne. Do not smoke during this operation or on any other occasion
when you are handling petrol.
- Never remove the fuel tank cap or fill with petrol when the engine is
running or whilst it is still hot.
- Do not start the engine if petrol has been spilt: take the machine away
from the area where the fuel was spilt and do not cause any sparks,
etc. until the fuel has fully evaporated and the fumes have dispersed.
- Ensure that the tank and the container are properly closed by repla-
cing the caps firmly.
14. Start the engine with caution, respecting the operating instructions and
by keeping your feet a safe distance from the rotating blades.
15. To start, always pull the start cord gently until you feel some resistan-
ce. Then pull the cord quickly to avoid jerks and to prevent injuries to
the arm or hand.
16. Do not start the engine in an enclosed space where the exhaust emis-
sions, which contain carbon monoxide, can accumulate and lead to
unconsciousness and even death. Ensure that there is good ventila-
tion.
19.
Stop the engine in the following cases:
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Every time the machine has to be left unattended.
- Before filling with fuel.
20.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable in the follo-
wing cases:
- Before attending to the rotating blade assembly
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- Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing the machine.
- As soon as you notice an excessive stuffing of vegetation around the
blade assembly.
- After having run into a foreign object. Inspect the machine to check if
it is damaged. Carry out all necessary repairs before using the machi-
ne again. If necessary, contact your nearest after-sales.
- If the machine starts to vibrate in an abnormal way, immediately try to
locate the cause of the vibration and carry out the necessary repair
work at your nearest after-sales.
21. Make sure you have a firm foothold when working on slopes. Work
transversely on slopes, never ascending or descending.
22. When you engage the rotating blade assembly, make sure that nobo-
dy is in front of or close to the machine. Take a firm grip of the handle-
bars; they have a tendency to lift up as the blade assembly are enga-
ged.
23 Whilst working, maintain a safe distance as regards the rotating blade
assembly. This distance is provided by the length of the handlebars.
24. Remove all stones, wires, glass, bulky objects and metal objects, etc.
from the work surface.
26. Never modify the engine settings or put the engine on overboost.
27.
The rotating blade assembly is sharp and turns at a very high
speed. They can cause very serious injury.
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Keep hands and feet well clear of the rotating blade assembly while
the engine is running.
- Stop the engine before inspecting or maintaining the rotating blade
assembly.
- Disconnect the spark plug cover to prevent accidental starting of the
engine. Wear strong gloves to protect your hands during cleaning,
inspecting or replacing blades.
- In case of emergency, make sure you know how to quickly stop the
engine and the blade assembly.
28. Only work during daylight or with good quality artificial lighting.
29. Do not use the machine with damaged or worn parts. Parts must be
replaced, not repaired. Only use original spare parts. Non-original
spare parts can damage the machine and jeopardise your safety.
Replace a defective exhaust silencer.
30. To avoid all risk of fire, allow the engine to cool down before storing the
machine.
31. Before storing the machine, clear it, in particular the engine when it has
cooled, of all vegetation. To reduce the risk of fire, keep the silencer
and the petrol storage area free from vegetation or excess grease.
32. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors and when the engi-
ne has cooled down.
33 Store the machine in a dry place. Never store the machine with fuel in
the tank in an area where the fumes can cause a flame, a spark or a
strong heat source.
34. Stop the engine when you transport the machine. When transporting
the machine in your car, it is necessary beforehand to cool down the
engine and empty the fuel tank. Protect your hands with strong gloves
and ensure that the machine is correctly balanced upright.
35. Keep all nuts and screws tightened to ensure safe operating conditions.
Regular maintenance is essential for safety reasons and for maintai-
ning a high performance level. Only use blades or accessories recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
36. When operating the machine on slopes, the user must ensure that
nobody is located within a radius of 20 metres from the machine. The
user must be in complete control of the machine.
37. The machine can be used equipped with certain accessories. It is the
owner’s responsibility to ensure that these tools conform to applicable
European safety regulations. Using non-certified accessories can jeo-
pardise your safety.
38 Do not use the machine as a means of traction for non-adapted acces-
sories (e.g. towing). See the maintenance advice in the engine manual
and the machine’s user manual.
39. Before each use, always read carefully the assembly manual and ope-
rating manual that accompany the machine or the accessories.
40. Always walk, don't run with the machine
41. Change direction very carefully on sloping ground
42. Take great care when reversing direction or pulling the machine
towards
