Operation Safety Instructions
WARNING: Stop the engine and unplug the spark plug before any
repairs or maintenance operations.
• Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are well tightened before every use.
• Before mowing ensure that the blade and the blade fixing screw are
securely fastened. When the blade edges require re-sharpening, this
must be done evenly on both sides to prevent any imbalance. If the
blades are damaged, it must be replaced.
• When mowing always wear long trousers and strong, covered footwear.
• Do not run the engine in an enclosed and/or poorly ventilated area.
The gas of the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is dangerous to
your health.
• Work only when there is sufficient light.
• Do not use the lawn mower when it is raining or when the grass is wet.
• Caution must be taken while mowing on slopes. Mow across the face of
slopes, never down or up.
• Turn off the engine if you must leave the lawn mower unattended.
• Never lift the rear of the mower while starting the engine and never place
your hands and feet underneath the deck while the engine is running.
• If working on high grass, adjust the mowing height to reduce the friction
and prevent over loading. The optimal mowing height should be 1/3 the
height of the grass. It would affect the work efficiency of lawn mower if
too much higher or lower.
• Never change the rated speed of the engine in any way .
• Never lift or carry the mower while the engine is running.
• Stop the engine and remove the spark plug cover in these cases:
- Before any operation under the deck.
- Before any maintenance, repairing or checking operations.
- Before carrying, lifting or removing the mower.
- If you leave the mower unattended or change the cutting height.
- After hitting a foreign object, stop the engine and check thoroughly the
mower in order to see if it is damaged. Take the mower to an authorised
service centre to carry out any repairs if necessary.
- If the mower vibrates in an abnormal way, take the mower to an
authorised service centre.
- Check the bolts and nuts regularly. Bolts and nuts may vibrate loose
over time.
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WARNING:
Fuel is highly flammable.
• Store fuel in a cool place in a container specifically designed for the
purpose. In general, plastic containers are unsuitable.
• Fill the fuel tank with a funnel and outside. Do not smoke or use a mobile
phone during this process.
• Fill with fuel and oil before starting the engine. Never open the cap of
the fuel tank to add fuel while the engine is running or still hot.
• Do not start the engine if there is spilt fuel on the mower or in the area
surrounding. Take the mower away from the zone where fuel has been
split and avoid any contact from a hot source as long as the split fuel is
completely evaporated.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap and fuel can cap tightly.
Additional Safety Warnings for Petrol Lawn Mowers
• Never allow young children to operate power tools or equipment.
• Make sure children and pets stay indoors while you’re working.
• Before starting up the lawn mower, walk the area. Relocate toys, hoses,
rocks and sticks. Debris such as stones, wood chips and pieces of aged
blades can be propelled at high speeds, which can cause a fatal accident.
• Check lawn mower blades regularly. Look for damage, bends and
dullness. Blades should be replaced every year or two, depending on
usage.
• Slow down and take care when mowing around corners, trees,
shrubbery or other obstacles.
• Leave the mower deflector chute in the manufacturer-set position.
• Don’t modify equipment – it may affect your warranty as well as make
the product unsafe.
• When operating any power tools or equipment (no matter the size),
wear closed-toe, slip-resistant shoes, safety glasses, strong gloves, a hat
and ear protection. Cover your skin as much as possible.
• Never underestimate the power of handheld equipment, especially
chainsaws. Use the same amount of caution as you do for larger
equipment.
• Wait until the equipment has cooled completely before filling with fuel
or attempting any repair or maintenance.