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DANGER of accidents by rotation of the cardan joint
Do not touch the cardan shaft while it is rotating, this can cause seri-
ous personal injury. Do not carry out maintenance while the engine is
running.
DANGER of accidents caused by transmission parts
When the engine is running, never touch pulleys or belts, do not carry
out maintenance and keep hands away from the designated area.
DANGER of machine rollover
Do not use the mower on slippery or sloping ground
greater than 18° (32%).
RISK of explosion.
A burst which separates the tyre from the rim parts can cause serious
injury or death. Make sure to maintain tyre pressures at the levels
recommended in this manual, excessive pressure may cause the
tyre to explode. If a tyre is damaged or cut, do not use it as it may
explode; refer to an expert mechanic for replacement or repair
DANGER of burns
Take particular care not to come into contact with hot engine parts.
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GENERAl SAFETY RUlES
SAFETY RUlES
On the machine and in this manual there are warnings and indications
along with this symbol:
it indicates the presence of a potential hazard, so particular attention
should be paid for operator safety and the safety of others who may be
within the operating range of the machine.
This machine is manufactured in compliance with European standards
and is CE marked.
All accident prevention regulations in this manual are important and
must be observed. Always keep the manual at hand and read it
carefully to learn how to use the machine safely. Do not allow any-
one to use the machine without having received full instructions.
EXPLANATION OF WARNING DECALS
DANGER of accidents caused by sharp blades and objects
thrown by the rotation of the blades
Do not put your hands or feet under or into the mower when the engine
is running. Do not work with the mower on gravel or foreign bodies which
can be sucked up and thrown away by the blades, making them very
dangerous.
Keep people at least 15 m away when the machine is running.
DANGER of moving parts
The grass-catcher can be raised and tilted.
Keep a safe distance from the operating machine.
