Webb 193867003, Original Instructions Manual

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Instruction Manual
STAY ALERT
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could affect
your ability to use it properly. Do not use this machine when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.
Be aware of what you are doing at all times. Use common sense.
AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS
Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
Keep your work area clean with sufficient light. Keep area around the machine clear of obstructions, stones,
sticks, wires and other debris or foreign bodies which could cause damage to the machine.
DO NOT SMOKE, whilst using the machine.
INSPECT YOUR MACHINE
Check all bolts, nuts, and screws for tightness before each use, especially those securing guards and drive
mechanisms. Vibration during use may cause these to loosen. Replace damaged, missing or failed parts before
using. Warning labels carry important information. Replace any missing or damaged warning labels.
DRESS PROPERLY
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, scarfs, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches), which can be caught in
moving parts.
ALWAYS wear protective eye and ear wear. Appropriate gardening gloves are also recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair, preventing it from getting caught in machinery.
DO NOT use whilst barefoot or wearing open toed footwear. Non-slip heavy duty footwear recommended.
KEEP BYSTANDERS AND CHILDREN AWAY
Keep unauthorised persons or animals a minimum distance of 15 metres away from the mower. Do not allow
children to handle, use, or climb on the machine. If approached, turn off machine immediately.
DO NOT OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times, particularly if using on slopes. The machine should not be used
on steep slopes and always be sure of footing.
AVOID INJURY FROM UNEXPECTED ACCIDENT
Keep hands out of the way of moving parts, particularly the engine and rotating cutting tool.
DO NOT FORCE TOOL
Always work within the rated capacity. Do not use the machine for a purpose for which it was not
intended. Always use the correct handles and shoulder straps provided with the machine.
MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE WITH CARE
Clean the machine immediately after use. Keep the machine clean to ensure it operates to its full and safest
performance. When maintaining this machine, only the manufacturer’s original replacement parts should be
used. The use of non-original manufacturer parts may invalidate your warranty.
STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT
When not in use, the machine should be stored in a dry location. Keep the machine away from children and
others not qualified to use it. DO NOT STORE FUEL IN THE MACHINE, fuel over 30 days old can become stale
and if used, damage the carburetor, which is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the machine. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards. Retain these instructions for future reference. The
operator is responsible for following the warnings & instructions in this manual and on the product.
Read & understand operator’s
manual before using the
machine. Failure to follow
instructions could result in death
or serious injury.
This graphic and when
accompanied by
WARNING or
DANGER, calls attention to
actions which could lead to
SERIOUS INJURY
Always wear eye and ear
protection
WARNING
Never modify a machine in any
way.
Incorrect use of a machine can
cause SERIOUS OR FATAL
PERSONAL INJURY
Always wear gloves to protect
your hands.
SHARP ROTATING BLADES
It is advisable to wear a face
mask to stop debris from
entering your body.
Always TURN OFF THE ENGINE,
ensuring the cutting tool has
stopped, before cleaning,
removing or adjusting the
machine tubes.
15m
Keep all bystanders & animals at
least 15 metres away from the
machine during operation.
If approached, stop the machine
immediately.
No smoking
Risk of Carbon Monoxide
Poisoning.
Ensure working area is correctly
ventilated.
Do not use near a flame, or
sparks
Fire Risk
Fire and its vapors are extremely
flammable & explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause
severe burns or death.
Moving Parts
Rotating parts can contact or
entangle hands, feet, hair,
clothing or accessories.
Traumatic amputation or severe
laceration can result.
Hot Surface.
Running engines produce heat.
Engine parts, especially the
exhaust, become extremely hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur
on contact.
Safety alert symbol. Used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.