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Villager
VTR 690B / VTR 695B (GB)
- Engage the drive slowly and always keep the machine in gear, especially when
travelling downhill.
- Machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns.
- Stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards.
-
Never mow across the face of the slope.
6) Stop the blade from rotating before crossing surfaces other than grass.
7)
Never use the machine with damaged guards, or without the safety protective
devices in place.
8) Before leaving the driving seat:
- Disengage the blades and lower the attachments.
- Go into neutral and apply the parking brake.
- Stop the engine and remove the ignition key (
in the electric start models
).
10)
Disengage the blade, stop the engine and remove the ignition key (
in the
electric start models
):
- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chutes.
- Before cleaning, checking or working on the machine.
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for any damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the equipment.
- If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (inspect it immediately).
11) Disengage the blade when transporting or whenever it is not in use.
12)
Stop the engine and disengage the blade:
- Before removing the grass-catcher
13) Reduce the throttle setting before stopping the engine.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
2) Check the grass-catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.
3)
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety purposes.
4) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.
5) When the machine is to be stored or left unattended, lower the cutting deck.
1.3 SAFETY LABELS
Your machine must be used with care. Therefore, labels have been placed on the
machine to remind you pictorially of the main precautions to take during use.
These labels are to be considered an integral part of the machine.
Warning:
Read the Operator’s Manual before operating this
machine.
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