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■ Read the Owner's operating manual and other training material carefully. Be familiar
with the controls, safety signs, and the proper use of the equipment.
■ If the operator or mechanic can not read English it is the owner's responsibility to
explain this material to them.
■ All operators and mechanics should seek and obtain professional and practical
instruction. The owner is responsible for training the users.
■ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use or service the
machin. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operate.
■ The owner/user san prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people, or proprtty.
■ Keep in mind that the owner, operator, and mechanic are? responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their propetty.
■ Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
■ Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
■ Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade attachments, shift into
neutral, and engage the parking brake.
■ Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with
feet well away from the blade(s).
■ Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
■ Always be sure of your footing on slores.
■ Walk never run.
■ Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path.
■ Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel on grass slopes requires
particular care. To guard against overturning.
● Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
● Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill.
● Engage clutch slowly, always keep machine in gear, especially when traveling
downhill;
● Machine speed should be kept low on slopes and during turns.
■ Never operate the machine with damaged guards, shields, or without safety
protective devices in place. Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and
functioning property.
■ Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. Operating the
engine at excessive speeds may increase the hazard of personal injury.
■ Do the following before leaving the operator's position:
●stop on level groundl;
●disengage the cutting unit and traction drive;
●set the parking brake;
●stop the engine;
Safe Operating Practices
1.Training
3.Operation
2.Preparation
■ Evaluate the terrain to determaine what accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
■ While operating, always wear substantial footwear, long trousers, hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing, or jewelry may get tangled in
moving parts. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
■ Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as
rocks, toys and wire which can be thrown by the machine.
■ Warning - Fuel is highly flammable. Take the following precautions:
● Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
● Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add
fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
● Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling.
● If fuel 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;
● Refuel all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
■ Check that operator's presence controls, safety switches, and shields are attached
and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly.
■ If the brake operation is faulty or the parking brake lever has noticeable play, be sure
to adjust or repair them before operating the machine.
■ Replace faulty mufflers.
The following instructions include the ones from the CEN standard EN 836:1997,ISO
standard 5395:1990, and ANSI B71.4-2004.
