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●Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
●The operators must receive proper training in the use, adjustment and operation of the machine, including prohibited
operations.
Preparation
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While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals.
●Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects, such as stones, toys, sticks and wires,
which can be thrown by the machine;
●WARNING- Petrol is highly flammable.
- store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
- refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling.
- add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the
engine is hot.
- if petrol 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 vapors have dissipated.
- replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
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Replace faulty silencers.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Operation
●Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
●Warning! Do not use the lawnmower when there is a risk for lighting.
●It is recommended to limit the duration of operation, in order to minimize the risks from noise and vibration.
●Be careful when using the lawnmower on slopes and near drop-offs, ditches or embankments.
●Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
●Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
●Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
●Walk, never run.
●For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
●Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
●Do not mow excessively on steep slopes.
●Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you.
●Stop the blade(s) if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when
transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.
●Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in
place.
●Caution: The lawnmower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or self-closing discharge opening guard in
place.
●Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine.
●Do not alter or tamper with any sealed adjustment for the engine speed control.
●The lawnmower safety systems or features shall not be tampered with or disabled.
●Disengage all blades and drive clutches before starting the engine.
●Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).
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Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine.
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Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times;
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Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.