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Page 7 December 2018 OWNERS MANUAL FOR MODEL A20318L
Preparation
While operating, always wear
substantial footwear (not open sandals)
and long trousers.
Thoroughly inspect the area where
the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects which can be thrown
by the machine.
WARNING – Petrol is highly
flammable:
i) Store fuel in containers specifically
designed for this purpose;
ii) Refuel outdoors only;
iii) Do not smoke while refuelling;
iv) Add fuel before starting the engine;
v) Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank or add petrol while the engine
is running or when the engine is
hot;
vi) 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
vapours have dissipated;
vii) Replace all fuel tank caps and
container caps securely.
Replace faulty Mufflers.
Before using, always visually inspect
to see that the cutter assembly, blades,
and blade bolts are not worn or
damaged.
Replace worn or damaged blades
and bolts
in sets to preserve balance.
Take care rotating one blade by hand
as this can cause other blades to rotate.
Operation
Do not operate the engine in a
confined space where dangerous
carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
Operate the machine only in daylight
or in good artificial light.
Before attempting to start the
engine
, disengage the power take off
switch and depress heel switch.
There is no such thing as a safe
slope.
Do not use on slopes of more than
15 degrees (1 in 3.75 or 27%).
Travel on grass slopes requires
particular care.
To guard against overturning:
i) Do not stop or start suddenly when
going up or downhill;
ii) Apply reverse drive gently to
control speed, when travelling
downhill;
iii) Machine speeds should be kept
low on slopes and during tight
turns;
iv) Stay alert for humps and hollows
and other hidden hazards;
v) Never mow across the face of
the slope.
Use care when pulling loads or using
heavy equipment:
i) Use only approved hitch points;
ii) Limit loads to those you can safely
control;
iii) Do not turn sharply;
iv) Use care when reversing;
Watch out for traffic when crossing or
near roadways.
Stop the blades rotating before
crossing surfaces other than grass.
When using the mowing attachment,
never direct discharge of material
towards bystanders nor allow anyone
else near the machine while it is
operating.
Never operate the machine with
defective guards,
or without all safety
devices in place and operating
correctly.
Do not change the engine governor
settings or over speed the engine as
excessive engine speed can increase
the risk of personal injury.
Before leaving the operators
position:
i) Disengage the power take off clutch:
ii) Set the parking brake in the locked
position.
Disengage drive to attachments
when transporting, emptying the
catcher, or not in use.
Disengage drive to attachments and
stop engine before refuelling.
Disengage drive to attachments,
stop engine, and remove the ignition
key:
i) Before leaving the machine
unattended;
ii) Before clearing blockages or
unclogging the chute;
iii) After striking a foreign object.
(Inspect the machine for damage
and make repairs before restarting
or operating the damaged
equipment);
iv) If the machine starts to vibrate
abnormally. (Check immediately).
Disengage drive to attachments,
stop engine, remove the ignition key,
and disconnect the spark plug wires
and battery positive lead before
working on, maintaining, or servicing
the machine.
Secure the mowing attachment in the
full up position:
i) Before clearing blockages or
unclogging the chute;
ii) Before replacing the blades, or
adjusting the tension o f t h e
blade bolts;
iii) Before placing any tools or any
part of your person under the
mowing attachment.
Turn the fuel off using the fuel shut
off valve
at the conclusion of operation.
Maintenance and
Storage
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight
to ensure the equipment is in safe
working order.
Replace worn or damaged parts for
safety.
Reduce the fire hazard , by keeping
the engine, muffler, drive system,
battery compartment, and petrol
storage area clear of grass, leaves, or
excessive oil and grease.
Also ensure the mowing attachment
drive belt can not come into contact
with grass, sticks, and leaves built up
on the top surface of the mowing
attachment.
If the fuel tank has to be drained this
should be done outdoors.
Never store the machine with petrol
in the tank
inside a building where
fumes can reach an open flame or
spark.
Allow the engine to cool before
storing the Ride-on Mower in any
enclosure.
When the machine is to be parked,
stored or left unattended
raise the
mowing attachment and secure it in the
full up position.